Jharsuguda, swa news : Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, observed National Cancer Awareness Day (November 7)by organizing a community outreach awareness session at Women’s College, Jharsuguda as part of its continued commitment to strengthening public health and wellbeing in the region. The session focused on equipping young women with essential knowledge of early detection, healthy lifestyles and support services.
Cancer remains one of the leading health challenges globally and in India, withmany patients reaching advanced stages due to delayed diagnosis and lack of awareness. The disease affects individuals and families not only physically, but also emotionally and financially. However, researchers indicate that early detection greatly increases the chances of successful treatment. Awareness, timely screening, and understanding early symptoms play a crucial role in saving lives. As such, grassroots educationremains one of the most effective ways to combat the disease.
The session featured medical experts who interacted closely with the students, discussing a range of important topics which included discussions on common risk factors such as tobacco use, unhealthy diets, prolonged stress and genetic predisposition. It sought to helpparticipants recognize the early signs of commonly occurring cancers and the importance of regular health check-ups. The students participated actively, asking questions, sharing their own personal experiences and reflecting on the need to prioritize health.
Speaking about the initiative,Mr. C Chandru, CEO – Vedanta Jharsuguda, said, “At Vedanta, we believe that community development begins with well-informed and empowered individuals. Increased health awarenesscan make a tangible difference in the lives of entire families. Therefore, through such initiatives, we aim to nurture informed, healthy and resilient communities that make health-conscious choices and encourage preventive care.”
Ansu Kumari Rai, a student of Women’s College, Jharsuguda,said, “This session helped us move beyond fear and stigma and understand the significance of cancer in all key aspects. This empowered uswith greater clarity and reassurance, transforming what is often perceived as anuncertain topic into one grounded in knowledge, confidence, and proactive wellbeing.”
Vedanta Jharsuguda’s community interventions have consistently focused on sustainable community development through initiatives in healthcare, education, women empowerment, livelihood development, and social infrastructure improvement. The company works closely with government bodies, health institutions, and grassroots organizations to ensure holistic and inclusive outreach, which have led to tangible health outcomes for rural communities.
Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest producer of aluminium, manufacturing more than half of India’s aluminium i.e., 2.42 million tonnes in FY25. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2nd in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (DJSI) 2024 world rankings for aluminium industry, a reflection of its 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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