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SUSTAINABILITY REPORT FY 2023 COMMUNITIES THE PLANET THE WORKPLACE

Employee Benefits

Workplace flexibility and Part time work: As of FY23, the widespread remote work potential to assume CXO roles within 8-10
The emergence of Covid-19 compelled initiative was phased out. Acknowledging years. This initiative not only offers rapid
companies to reevaluate and adapt their the significance of workplace flexibility, we advancement but also fosters mentorship
workplace strategies to safeguard the have a policy on workplace flexibility and from senior leaders, cross-functional
well-being of their workforce. This led to the part time work wherein employees are now learning opportunities, and tailored career
introduction of measures like health offered the opportunity to work from home progression pathways.
screenings, social distancing protocols, and under special circumstances, subject to
remote work, which became standard agreement with their respective managers. In addition to these overarching Group
across all our locations. This approach ensures the preservation of initiatives, individual Business Units devise
However, considering Vedanta's position in operational efficiency while upholding the their own Career Development Initiatives
catering to their specific talent pools. The
the manufacturing sector where on-site well-being of our staff. "Star of the Business" program identifies
presence is essential, as the Covid-19 high-potential employees from both
threat receded, it became evident that the Work Integrated Learning Programme enabling and technical functions,
practices adopted during the pandemic Vedanta enlists bright and dynamic culminating in personalized career
could be adjusted to prioritize our individuals from prestigious universities development plans for each year.
employees' health without compromising it. worldwide, nurturing their potential through
strategic role assignments, well-defined Lactation and creche facilities
career paths, cross-functional projects, The Business Units offer childcare
mentoring, and top-tier benefits. To ensure amenities, including crèche facilities,
a constant infusion of adept knowledge, catering to both Vedanta staff and Business
skills, and attitudes, Vedanta concentrates Partners. Notably, Cairn, one of our
on enhancing employees' competencies. Business Units, has established a
This focus caters to both present and collaboration with the reputable Play
future business needs through robust School and Day Care Chain, Footprints.
talent development programs, with multiple This partnership ensures the provision of
interventions aimed at talent retention. crèche services to all female employees
Vedanta spearheads an array of throughout the Delhi-NCR region.
Group-Wide Talent Development Initiatives,
including Vedanta Leadership Development
Program (VLDP).

VLDP, initiated in 2017, is a meticulously
structured leadership development
pathway for early-career professionals. This
program recruits top talent from premier
B-Schools and Engineering Campuses
across India, molding them into future
leaders within Vedanta. Presently, over 150
VLDP members are affiliated with the
Group. VLDP participants experience
accelerated career growth, enabling lateral
movement across Business Units, with the

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