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SUSTAINABILITY REPORT FY 2023 COMMUNITIES THE PLANET THE WORKPLACE

Sports and Culture Microenterprises

Promoting Archery for Student Development in Lanjigarh Economic Prosperity through Microenterprises

Sports play a vital role in the growth and c) Equipment and Uniform Support The transformational narrative of economic Operating under the nurturing umbrella of
development of students, contributing to Vedanta has facilitated the progress of empowerment has unfolded with the launch the 'Heart with Fingers' (HWF), known as WIP,
their mental well-being and physical 30 archery students by providing them of DAICHI brand, spearheaded by Ms. Priya the initiative witnessed a remarkable surge.
fitness. Vedanta recognises the Agarwal, the Chairperson of HZL as a The Dairy Processing Unit exemplified this
importance of sports and has been with essential equipment and uniform commitment to fostering economic growth growth, recording a staggering 6-fold
actively supporting archery in Lanjigarh to kits. This support ensures that they have and innovation. increase in milk intake within a mere 8
enhance the performance of students in access to the necessary resources for months, surging to 600 liters per day. The
this discipline. Archery is deeply rooted in their training and participation in The venture commenced with the cumulative yearly results were equally
tribal culture and acts as a motivator for competitions. establishment of the Sakhi Pickle Unit at impressive as 1,42,941+ liters of milk were
youths to engage in the training Rudrapur and the Sakhi Namkeen Unit at procured, yielding 35,495 liters of butter milk
programme. As a part of this initiative, Zawar. This visionary move led to the and 489 liters of ghee annually.
Vedanta provides extensive assistance to creation of 12 exciting snack variants and 5
talented students, offering equipment, diverse pickle options. These culinary The DAICHI initiative also extended
uniform kits, and certified trainers to offerings not only delighted palates but also partnerships, contributing to INR
develop their skills so that these students symbolized a commitment to diversity and 15,100,000 in convergence through
can excel in archery. culinary excellence. collaborations with PNB Housing, NABARD,
and Capri Global. The DAICHI story serves

These efforts have yielded significant Expanding its reach beyond traditional as a beacon of hope, illustrating how
results. The project's achievements markets, DAICHI introduced a novel economic prosperity is not just a concept,
include: 'Store-in-Store' concept at Udaipur's but a tangible reality. Rooted in commitment,
Celebration & Paras Mall. showcasing innovation, and community, the journey
a) National Level Performances DAICHI products in a setting that seamlessly embodies the potential of microenterprises
blends tradition with modernity. The success to elevate lives and reshape destinies.
Of the 100 students trained, 18 of this concept has led to the establishment
students from Lanjigarh have of 10 additional 'Store-in-Store' outlets and
successfully qualified and participated Sakhi Haat, fusing innovation with 290
in various archery championships at the accessibility. Women Engaged
national level.
This accomplishment showcases their A pivotal facet of DAICHI's journey is the 12
dedication and the effectiveness of the 'Business Sakhi' initiative, where economic
training provided. landscapes transformed as sales reached Microenterprises
an impressive INR 4,373,000 in FY 23. This
b) State Level Competitions milestone, however, represents more than
just numbers – it reflects the collective INR 33.1 million
The supported students have excelled dedication of Sakhis, whose efforts Business Turnover
in state-level competitions, securing a contributed to a total income of INR
remarkable 85 medals; 26 gold, 25 3,337,000. With three distinct brands –
silver, and 42 bronze, highlighting their Upaya for apparels, Daichi for food, and 200+
exceptional performance and the Guaum for dairy – a vibrant ecosystem Products Range
impact of Vedanta's support. emerged, weaving dreams of prosperity. (Textile, Food & Animal Feed)

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