Project AAROGYA is based on a hub-and-scope model, implemented with the partnership of Citizens Foundation and in convergence with the District Health Department. The Dhandabar Health Care Centre, is a unique model of convergence where the Government has provided their premises to operate primary health centre, providing lab tests and medical amenities. This project caters all the 27 operational areas through the Mobile Health Unit which delivers preventive and curative health care facilities at their door-step. To spread awareness in the community, numerous awareness camps are conducted on Anaemia, TB, STI, HIV, Malaria, and other specialized diseases. This project also includes activities like Menstrual Hygiene awareness sessions, Mega Health camps, etc.

WOMEN EMPOWERMENT- PROJECT JIVIKA

Project Jivika aimed at empowering women from 27 villages of Chas and Chandankiyari blocks in Bokaro district, Jharkhand. The project seeks to create sustainable economic and livelihood opportunities for women beneficiaries, bringing self-reliance and increasing household income. It will involve training, capacity building, and market linkages, ultimately aiming to uplift the socio-economic status of women in the region.

Project Jivika ensures socio-economic empowerment of women. At the end of FY 25, This project seeks to strengthen 262 SHGs/ 1703 women through various interventions that would assure multilevel livelihood impact on beneficiaries and their families in the trade of textile, mushroom, phenyl production, bamboo craft and other interventions ensuring an average increase in monthly income by 30% and the project is focused on empowering 2,784 women across 27 villages.

Project Shiksha, ESL’s educational initiative in partnership with the American India Foundation, focuses on bridging learning gaps and promoting holistic education for rural children, initiated on FY 25-26. Through Learning Resource Centres (LRCs), the project provides Early Childhood Education, Foundational Literacy & Numeracy, STEM, computer learning, and spoken English under one roof. Additionally, it supports 12 Nandghars, enhancing access to quality education.

Project Vedanta AAS Vidyalaya has completed two years from its inception. We currently have 4 education cafes set up at Bijulia, Chandankiyari, Yogidih & Madhunia Schools. This project is a digital learning initiative which is aimed towards bridging the schooling gap by bringing school in the pockets of students from classes 6th to 10th through their app EduChamp. The students can access the entire course curriculum & other engagement content from their phone and can also access the same through our education cafes which have laptops installed for their use.

We are running this project with Avileen Education Foundation's as our partner implementing agency. The project has received immense support & appreciation from the community and the students.

VEDANTA ESL SKILL SCHOOL, a Multi-trade residential training Centre of Excellence, is an ESL CSR initiative in partnership with SEEDS to reach out to youths over a course with an aim to provide them training & 70 % employment assuredly. The project aims to impart training through a short duration vocational program to the unemployed youth. The training program will equip the youths with necessary skills in accordance with industry standards, thereby engaging them in sustainable employment in an organized sector. The students are provided training in various trades namely, Solar PV Installer, Field Technicians and Other Home Appliances Services, Food & Beverages Services and Sewing Machine Operator. It is an NSDC Certified course that ensures a minimum salary ranging from Rs. 15000-17000 per month. Additionally, students are given basic knowledge about computer and soft skills training.

Project WADI works towards the development of orchard and restoration of denuded land through ecological intervention and soil conservation measures to ensure that the livelihood and food security of tribal households, bereft of necessities, are sustainably improved. The idea of WADI is to promote a more efficient, equitable, self-managed, and sustainable use of natural resources through on farm and off farm enterprise development and reduce the grievances of poverty-stricken tribal community members.

The Community Livelihood and Agriculture Program (CLAP) is a comprehensive initiative designed to enhance rural resilience through sustainable agriculture and community empowerment, initiated on FY 25-26. The program focuses on transforming farming practices by promoting natural farming and building local capacity, diversifying and intensifying crop production, regenerating soil health and conserving water across varied landscapes. It also strengthens community institutions to support bio-inputs and nursery development, while integrating nutrition-sensitive agriculture through homestead gardens to improve household food security and well-being.

With a vision to identify and develop young athletes from rural and tribal-dominated areas, the academy provides a structured training environment that supports growth from grassroots to elite levels. Currently training young archers across various age groups, the academy offers professional coaching in both Indian and Recurve bow categories, focusing on technical precision, physical endurance, and mental resilience. Archers received customized equipment, including bows, arrows, sports kits, and jerseys, along with a dedicated fitness regime to ensure holistic development. The academy also provides high-quality coaching, essential gear, a nutritious diet, regular participation in state and national tournaments, and financial and logistical support for competition travel. Additionally, it collaborates with sports bodies such as the Bokaro District Archery Association to further enhance training and exposure opportunities.

WATER AND SANITATION- PROJECT SWAJAL

Access to clean water is still one of the significant reasons behind unsafe drinking water in rural areas. Project Swajal was initiated to cater to this issue which is designed to address the problem faced by the community of our operational villages through various interventions, including handpumps repairing, solar-operated drinking water facilities, transporting water on numerous social occasions and installing water tap connections. The initiative also runs cleanliness campaigns intending to encourage safer hygienic practices in the community.

COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT- PROJECT NIRMAAN

Infrastructure is one of the major areas through which it helps meet the community's needs and provides better facilities and connectivity to the people residing in rural areas. Project NIRMAN focuses on various infrastructure development interventions such as road repair, Pond Excavation, construction of ghat and changing Rooms, renovation of existing buildings etc. It is a demand-based project that caters to all infrastructural requirements of the community. Apart from that, the government Aanganwadis are also being renovated under the Project.

EMPLOYEE VOLUNTEERING

V FOR SOCIETY is an Employee Volunteering initiative of ESL CSR, is basically a work-place based initiative that provide employees with support and encouragement, so that they can volunteer to the community as an individual or as a group. This acts as a great way to empower employees to help the society, as they are engaged in charitable as well as community-improving initiatives.

In FY 2024–25, a total of 26 volunteering events were organized, including plantation drives, safety trainings, motivational and teaching sessions, special seminars, day celebrations, and a dedicated Employee Volunteering Week. These initiatives collectively saw our employees contribute over 400+ man-hours, reflecting their strong commitment to social responsibility and community development.