Hindustan Zinc’s Third Consecutive Win at 53rd All India Mine Rescue Competition

 The company’s men team clinch top spot in overall metal mines category, seces a total of 11 accolades across various categories Udaipur, 27 th December 2024: Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC), India’s largest and the world’s second-largest integrated zinc producer, emerged victorious with 11 prestigious accolades at the 53rd All India Mine Rescue Competition, held at Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), Dhanbad. Organized by the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS), the event witnessed participation from 32 teams across India and was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Mr. Shyam Mishra, Director of Mines Safety (DMRS), and Mr. Alex, Secretary of the International Mine Rescue Body. The men’s team from Hindustan Zinc’s Rampura Agucha mine secured the top position in the overall metal mines category, marking the company’s third consecutive victory at this competition. The event emphasized emergency preparedness through real-life scenarios, reinforcing Hindustan Zinc’s leadership in mine rescue operations. Hindustan Zinc fielded four teams, including two pioneering women’s teams and two men’s teams from the Rampura Agucha cluster, Rajpura Dariba Complex, and Zawar Group of Mines. Following in the footsteps of India’s and the company’s first all-women underground mine rescue team, Hindustan Zinc’s second all-women rescue team from the Rampura Agucha cluster achieved an impressive second-place finish in the women’s category. Previously, the first all-women team clinched the top spot at the 52nd edition of the competition. Additionally, Hindustan Zinc claimed first-place honours across multiple categories, including Best in First Aid, Best Fresh Air Base, Best in Theory, and Best in Statutory Tasks. Participants were tested on a range of challenging tasks, including theoretical assessments, first aid, statutory procedures, and simulated mine rescue and recovery operations. Hindustan Zinc’s teams demonstrated resilience, technical expertise, and ingenuity, earning high praise from DGMS officials and industry veterans for their exceptional performance. Hindustan Zinc’s success is underpinned by its robust safety protocols, real-time monitoring systems, automated safety procedures, and comprehensive training programs, reflecting the company’s unwavering commitment to a safety-first culture. By adhering to international safety standards and incorporating cutting-edge technologies, Hindustan Zinc has augmented its Safety Management System with a strong focus on behaviour-based safety. The company’s groundbreaking safety initiatives include establishing India’s first underground first-aid station with an ambulance and forming the country’s first all-women underground mine rescue team. Earlier this year, Hindustan Zinc’s all-women rescue team secured second place in the women’s taskforce category at the International Mines Rescue Competition in Columbia, marking India’s debut on this prestigious global platform. Hindustan Zinc continues to set benchmarks in promoting safety and gender inclusivity within the mining industry, striving toward a safer, more equitable future. Powered by advanced technologies such as Industry 4.0, digitalization, robotics, and automation, the company is revolutionizing safety standards across its operations. Innovations such as tele-remote drilling, Sensitivity: Public (C4) which reduces man-machine interaction by allowing operators to control equipment from the surface, and artificial intelligence, used to monitor underground movements and optimize safety training, are transforming workplace safety. Simulator training for remote drilling and loading further underscores Hindustan Zinc’s commitment to safety excellence. Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s second-largest integrated zinc producer and the third-largest silver producer. Recognized as the world’s most sustainable company in the metals and mining category by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023, Hindustan Zinc exemplifies operational excellence, innovation, and leading ESG practices. The company’s groundbreaking EcoZen, Asia’s first low carbon ‘green’ zinc brand, boasts a carbon footprint of less than one tonne of carbon equivalent per tonne of zinc produced. As a certified 2.41 times Water-Positive company committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 or sooner, Hindustan Zinc plays a pivotal role in providing critical metals essential for the global energy transition towards a sustainable future. About Hindustan Zinc Limited Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 and NSE: HINDZINC), a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s second-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 by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023, 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 over 2 million people through its focused social welfare initiatives, Hindustan Zinc is among the Top 10 CSR companies in India. As a world leader in the metals and mining industry, Hindustan Zinc is pivotal in providing critical metals essential for the global energy transition for a sustainable future. For more information, please visit – https://www.hzlindia.com/home/ and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for more updates. For any media queries, please contact: Sonal Choithani Chief Brand & Communications Officer Hindustan Zinc Limited Sonal.Choithani@vedanta.co.in