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29th March 2024

Hindustan Zinc amongst Top 3 companies with a score in the ‘600+ Band Barrier’ on a CII Assessment

  • The company has been recognized for ‘Leadership in HR Excellence’ at 14th CII National HR Awards

Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta Group company has been conferred with the prestigious “Leadership in HR Excellence” Award at the 14th CII National HR Excellence Awards 2023-24. This recognition places Hindustan Zinc among the top 3 organizations in the nation for its outstanding human resource practices.

The CII HR Excellence Award is a coveted honor in the Indian HR industry, acknowledging organizations for their innovative and strategic HR initiatives that align with business goals.  Hindustan Zinc surpassed the rigorous CII Assessment, achieving a score within the elite ‘600+ Band Barrier.’

This accomplishment underscores Hindustan Zinc’s dedication to cultivating a best-in-class work environment for its employees.  The company prioritizes superior HR policies and fosters a culture that champions the holistic well-being and development of its workforce and stakeholders.

On receiving the recognition, CEO-Hindustan Zinc, Arun Misra said “We are honored to receive the ‘Leadership in HR Excellence’ award from the CII. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to building a world-class workforce through industry-leading HR policies.  Our people are our greatest asset, and that’s why we’ve implemented programs that go beyond just diversity and inclusion. Our comprehensive parenthood leave, ‘No Questions Asked’ leave for women employees, and industry-best maternity benefits demonstrate our commitment to employee well-being and creating a work environment that fosters innovation, creativity, and excellence.”

Hindustan Zinc, India’s only and the world’s leading integrated zinc-lead-silver producer is a leader in diversity and inclusion, boasting a 19.5% gender diversity ratio and aiming for 30% by 2030. Women play a vital role across all levels, from operating heavy machinery to leading plants and holding leadership positions (21% of the Executive Committee and 5 out of 9 board members). The company established the industry’s first all-women’s rescue team and offers comprehensive support for transgender employees.

About Hindustan Zinc Limited

Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 and NSE: HINDZINC), a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and the third-largest silver producer. The company supplies to more than 40 countries and holds a market share of about 75% of the primary zinc market in India. Hindustan Zinc has been recognized as the world’s most sustainable company in the metals and mining category for the second consecutive year by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024, reflecting its operational excellence, innovation, and leading ESG practices. The company also launched EcoZen, Asia’s first low carbon ‘green’ zinc brand. Produced using renewable energy, EcoZen has a carbon footprint of less than 1 tonne of carbon equivalent per tonne of zinc produced, about 75% lower than the global average. Hindustan Zinc is also a certified 2.41 times Water-Positive company and is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. Transforming the lives of 1.9 million people through its focused social welfare initiatives, Hindustan Zinc is among the Top 10 CSR companies in India. As an energy transition metals company, Hindustan Zinc is pivotal in providing critical metals essential for a sustainable future.

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