Hindustan Zinc
Hindustan Zinc is India's largest zinc producer and controls 75% market share while ranking 3rd in global silver output, with facilities in Rajasthan and Uttarakhand.
About
Hindustan Zinc is India’s largest and world’s second largest integrated zinc producer. With more than 50 years of operational experience, we give high Read more est priority to safety of our people and conservation of scarce natural resources through technology and innovation. With a total R&R base of 456.3 million tonnes and an average zinc-lead grade of 6.8%, our mine life is over 25 years. Our fully integrated zinc operations currently hold around 75% market share in India’s primary zinc industry. We are the 3rd largest silver producers globally with an annual capacity of 800 MT. We are a subsidiary of Vedanta Limited which owns 64.9% stake in the Company while the Government of India retains a 29.5% stake. We are listed on the NSE and BSE. Hindustan Zinc’s operations comprise lead-zinc mines, hydrometallurgical zinc smelters, lead smelters, pyro metallurgical lead-zinc smelter as well as sulphuric acid and captive power plants in northwest India. Total metal production capacity is 1.123 Mt. We have facilities located in 5 districts of Rajasthan which includes Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Bhilwara, Rajsamand and Ajmer along with 1 district of Uttarakhand. The facilities include Zawar Group of Mines, Rajpura Dariba Mine, Sindesar Khurd Mine, Rampura Agucha Mine and Kayad Mine along with zinc-lead processing facilities which include a smelter at Debari, Chanderiya and Dariba and a silver refinery at Pantnagar in Uttarakhand.
Action
Enhance stakeholder value through exploration, innovation, operational excellence, safety and sustainability. Be a globally lowest cost producer & maintain market leadership and customer delight
Grant Value
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2022
Grant ValueRs. 1,733,800,000CSR BudgetRs. 1,691,400,000 -
2023
Grant ValueRs. 2,609,100,000CSR BudgetRs. 2,101,400,000 -
2024
Grant ValueRs. 2,184,900,000CSR BudgetRs. 2,139,300,000
Organisations Supported
Geographical Coverage
Impact
Leadership Team
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Anupam Nidhi
Head - Group CSR -
Ruchika Chawla
Deputy Manager - CSR, Lead Governance & Sustainability
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Sushma Sharma
Head - CSR
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Dr V S Agarwal
Deputy Head - CSR
Vision & Mission
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Vision
Be the world’s largest and most admired Zinc-Lead & Silver Company
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Mission
Enhance stakeholder value through exploration, innovation, operational excellence, safety and sustainability. Be a globally lowest cost producer & maintain market leadership and customer delight
Programs
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Sustainable Livelihoods
DescriptionHindustan Zinc is involved in sustainable livelihood initiatives aimed at rural development. It implements agriculture and livestock development projects in these areas to enhance productivity through Samadhan. The organisation also runs the Zinc Kaushal Programme, which offers vocational, technical, and professional training to youths, helping them prepare for various career paths. Additionally, it promotes the establishment of Sakhi Production Centres, which support micro-enterprises and empower local communities.
CauseStatesImpactFarmer Families 30,000Youth impacted 1,831 -
Women Empowerment
DescriptionHindustan Zinc is committed to women's empowerment through its Sakhi initiative, which focuses on microfinance and enhancing the capabilities of its members. The organisation also provides skill-building opportunities for rural women in various trades, helping them achieve economic independence and improve their livelihoods.
CauseImpactWomen 24,130Self Help Groups 2,043Villages 196Microenterprises 12Supported NGOsPartners for Women Empowerment -
Health, Water & Sanitation
DescriptionHindustan Zinc is committed to enhancing health, water, and sanitation in the communities it serves. Through its Swasthya Sewa initiative, the organisation provides healthcare services via mobile health vehicles, camps, and telemedicine. It also supports, builds, and improves hospitals and other health-related initiatives. The organisation focuses on improving sanitation and access to clean drinking water in rural areas. Additionally, it actively works to reduce malnutrition by promoting better nutrition practices. Hindustan Zinc also operates its own hospitals to deliver healthcare services directly to the community.
CauseStatesImpactPatients treated 128,700Benefeciaries of water initiatives 63,000Supported NGOsPartners for Health, Water & Sanitation -
Sports & Culture
DescriptionHindustan Zinc is dedicated to promoting sports and cultural heritage in the communities it serves. Through its Vedanta Zinc Football & Sports Foundation, the organisation supports football initiatives and other sports activities in local communities, using a cluster-based approach to encourage widespread participation. In addition to sports, it actively promotes and preserves cultural traditions, with a particular focus on tribal heritage and cultural diversity.
CauseStatesImpactYouth impacted 26,100Supported NGOsPartners for Sports & Culture -
Education
DescriptionHindustan Zinc engages in various educational initiatives, focusing on early childhood development and academic support. It runs the Nand Ghar Programme, a childcare project, and similar initiatives to establish model Anganwadis/Nand Ghars. The organisation supports education in selected schools through the Shiksha Sambal Project and offers scholarships and financial assistance to deserving students. Its Unchi Udaan Programme prepares students for engineering college entrance exams. Additionally, the organisation runs the Jeevan Tarang initiative, which supports differently-abled individuals, and also operates its own schools.
CauseStatesImpactWomen & Children impacted 250,000Children impacted 8,000Specially Abled children 850Students selected as Government teachers 3Supported NGOs -
Environment & Safety
DescriptionHindustan Zinc is dedicated to advancing environmental sustainability and ensuring public safety. It initiates water enhancement efforts, including waste and water purification, in specific regions. The organisation also prioritises ecological improvement by carrying out initiatives such as lake and urban beautification, including the establishment of sewage processing plants through the Zinc India Foundation. Furthermore, it actively participates in tree planting and reforestation to foster greener environments. Hindustan Zinc also implements various safety measures aimed at safeguarding and supporting the communities under its care.
CauseImpactPeople benefited 340,043Supported NGOsPartners for Environment & Safety -
Community Development
DescriptionHindustan Zinc is focused on uplifting rural communities through its model village development projects. It undertakes various rural development activities aimed at creating essential community assets such as roads, bridges, drainage systems, rural electrification, and water infrastructure. The organisation also contributes to building community centres, along with educational, health, and water facilities to improve the quality of life in these areas. Additionally, Hindustan Zinc supports animal welfare initiatives, demonstrating its commitment to the well-being of both the community and its environment.
CauseStatesImpactPeople benefited 251,000Community halls constructed 18Villages reached 20
Annual Reports
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2024
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2023
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2022
In the News
Awards & Recognitions
1. Reached 9th Rank (from 20th rank last year) in CSR & Sustainability ratings done by IIM – Udaipur. : 2019
2. Commendation for Significant Achievement Award in Corporate Social Responsibility by CII-ITC Sustainability Awards. : 2019
3. Hindustan Zinc won CMRU-India CSR award in the category of ‘Best CSR Collective Action-Leadership’. : 2019
4. “Khushi Anganwadi Program” was awarded with “Skoch Order of Merit” by Skoch CSR Awards. : 2019
5. Rajpura Dariba Complex awarded Responsible Business Award in “Best CSR Practices” category at World CSR Day. : 2019
6. HZL’s moved to 7th rank in DJSI (Dow Jones Sustainability Index) Social Section ratings, against 14th rank of last year. : 2019
7. Football Delhi Awards for Best Grassroot Football Project of the year : 2020
8. ASSOCHAM Award for Sakhi Project under Best Women’s Empowerment Project category : 2020
9. CSR Journal Excellence Awards to Samadhan & Sakhi Project : 2020
10. CSR Health Impact Award for Khushi Project by IWH Council : 2020
11. State Level Bhamashah Award to 5 Locations for Education Projects : 2020
12. 26th Bhamashah Award for our 5 units of HZL i.e. CLZS, RDC, ZM, RAM & KM, for exceptional contribution in the field of Education. : 2021
13. CSR Health Impact Award by Integrated Health & Wellbeing Council for our exceptional response towards the mitigation of COVID pandemic. : 2021
14. Identified as ‘Responsible business of the Year’ for exemplary work in Community Development & awarded with Grant Thornton SABERA Award : 2021
15. Hindustan Zinc, only Indian company to be recognized at the S&P Global Platts Metal Award : 2022
16. Hindustan Zinc bestowed with National CSR Award under Category Heritage, Art, and Culture for its CSR project Ajmer Dargah-A Swachh Iconic place under the aegis of Swachh Bharat Mission : 2022
17. 7 awards to Hindustan Zinc in the 26th Bhamashah Award for contribution in the field of education : 2022
18. Zinc Kaushal Kendra’s first batch of 13 deaf and mute students graduate with 100% placement: Received Chairman’s award under Innovation category : 2022
19. Hindustan Zinc’s Khushi Anganwadi Nandghar program was recognized & awarded in the 6th CSR Health impact awards 2022 under the category CSR Health Campaign for its remarkable work in the field of improving health status amongst the children below 6 years of age and women : 2022
20. Reached 9th Rank (from 20th rank last year) in CSR & Sustainability ratings done by IIM – Udaipur : 2019
21. Commendation for Significant Achievement Award in Corporate Social Responsibility by CII-ITC Sustainability Awards : 2019
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Contact
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Email ID
hzl.secretarial@vedanta.co.in
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Phone Number
0294-6604083
Point of Contact
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Name
Kritika Mehta
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Email ID
Hzl.ir@vedanta.co.in