BALCO Strengthens Bonds of Trust with Raksha Bandhan Celebration

Korba (Balconagar) 28 August 2026: Bharat Aluminium Company Limited, a unit of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Limited, celebrated Raksha Bandhan as a reflection of trust, solidarity and community spirit. The celebrations brought together employees, security personnel, healthcare professionals and community members, reinforcing BALCO’s commitment to a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace and meaningful community engagement.

As part of the celebrations, around 150 employees from various departments tied rakhis on the wrists of women, men, transgender and other security personnel at BALCO. The initiative recognised their contribution towards safeguarding employees and maintaining a secure workplace. The Rakhi symbolised mutual trust, responsibility and a shared commitment to safety.

Women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs) associated with BALCO’s Project Unnatti also participated in the celebrations by presenting and tying handcrafted rakhis on the wrists of senior BALCO officials, including Rajesh Kumar Singh, CEO & Whole-time Director, BALCO. The initiative showcased the skills, confidence and entrepreneurial spirit developed through Project Unnatti, which focuses on creating sustainable livelihood opportunities and promoting women’s economic empowerment.

At BALCO Hospital, SHG women tied rakhis on the wrists of doctors and medical staff as a gesture of gratitude for their dedication and service.

The festival was also celebrated with children at Nand Ghar, who prepared rakhis and tied them on each other’s wrists, sharing messages of love, care and togetherness. The activity encouraged creativity while familiarising children with the cultural significance of Indian festivals and values of family and mutual care. Nand Ghar is a key Vedanta Group community development initiative focused on the holistic development of children and women. BALCO continues to support communities in its operational areas through programmes across education, healthcare, nutrition and women empowerment.

The Raksha Bandhan celebrations brought BALCO’s people and communities together, reaffirming the values of care, respect, safety and shared progress.