ArdorComm Media News Network
March 10, 2026
Vedanta Ltd is aiming to raise women’s representation across all levels of its organisation to 35%, up from the current 23%, as part of its broader push toward workplace diversity.
The company has also launched a nationwide campaign titled #HerAtTheCore along with a LinkedIn-driven hiring initiative to encourage women to pursue careers in sectors such as mining, metals, oil and gas, power, and technology.
Citing data from the Annual Survey of Industries, Vedanta noted that women accounted for around 18% of direct employment across industries in 2023–24. However, in core sectors like mining and metals, women make up only about 6% of the workforce.
Through the campaign, the company aims to highlight India’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, driven by the global energy transition, the growth of EV supply chains, and advances in manufacturing and technology. According to Vedanta, sectors such as metals, minerals, oil and gas, and power will play a critical role in this transformation.
Despite their importance, these industries continue to have low female participation. Vedanta said greater inclusion is essential for India to fully harness its talent pool and achieve its economic growth ambitions.
Commenting on the initiative, Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Non-Executive Director at Vedanta Ltd and Chairperson of Hindustan Zinc Limited, said the company plans not only to increase representation but also to redesign workplace systems and provide support frameworks that help women thrive in core industries.
She added that the #HerAtTheCore initiative is both a celebration of women in the workforce and a call for greater participation in sectors shaping India’s industrial future.
Source: PTI