Jharsuguda, swa news : Subhalaxmi Cooperative, one of Odisha’s largest women-led cooperatives supported by Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, showcased its diverse range of products at the Dulduli Exhibition 2025, held to commemorate Jharsuguda’s foundation day. The stall was inaugurated by Mr. Yuvraj Sahu, CEO of ORMAS (Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society), Government of Odisha.
The stall highlighted the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Subhalaxmi Cooperative members, featuring self-help group (SHG) products such as the newly-launchedVedamrit honey, snack foods, phenyl, scented candles, and other handcrafted goods. These products captivated over 10,000 visitors during the six-day exhibition, reaffirming Vedanta Aluminium’s commitment to empowering communities and promoting sustainability through inclusive initiatives.
Speaking about this initiative, Sunil Gupta, COO – Vedanta Aluminium, said, “The Subhalaxmi Cooperative exemplifies our belief in the transformative power of women-led entrepreneurship. By providing a platform to these talented artisans, we aim to foster economic independence and drive holistic community development.”
Pankajini Oram, President – Subhalaxmi Cooperative said,“Participating in the exhibition was a proud moment for us. It gave us a platform to showcase our skills and connect with people who value handmade products. We feel empowered and inspired to achieve more.”
Tankadhar Tripathy, MLA, Jharsuguda ,“Initiatives like the Subhalaxmi Cooperative not only empower women but also strengthen rural economies. I am particularly impressed by the Matruvan plantation, where 1,00,000 trees have been planted, creating a green legacy for future generations and reaffirming Vedanta’s commitment to environmental stewardship.”
Through initiatives like the Subhalaxmi Cooperative, the Matruvan afforestation project, and other community-focused programs, Vedanta Aluminium continues to drive sustainable development, empower rural communities, and contribute to environmental conservation. Vedanta’s social interventions in the domains of education, healthcare, livelihood, skill development, grassroots sports, art & culture, with a focus on women and child development, reach out to nearly 80 villages in Jharsuguda and nearby areas, benefiting over 3 lakh people in a year. It empowers almost5,000 women from over 350 SHGs, provides doorstep healthcare services to about 50,000 people annually, gives educational support to more than 13,000 students, has planted almost 1.50 lakh trees in partnership with locals at the community level.
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.37 million tonnes in FY23. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2ndin the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024world rankings for the aluminium industry, a reflection of its leading sustainable development practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging applications of aluminium as the ‘Metal of the Future’ for a greener tomorrow.
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