Vedanta Aluminium’s (VAML) Coal Mines division has successfully distributed curriculum-aligned reference books to over 1,180 students in Odisha under its flagship education initiative, Project Vidya.
Aimed at bolstering learning outcomes and aiding board examination preparation, the drive targeted students in Classes IX, X, and XII across government schools in Kuraloi, Jamkhani, and Ghogharpalli.
During the current academic year, the initiative has directly benefited 551 students from seven government schools in the Hemgir and Lakhanpur blocks of Sundargarh and Jharsuguda districts. The provided reference materials are specifically designed to enhance analytical skills, foster self-learning, and improve overall academic preparedness for upcoming subjective and objective exams.
Amares Kumar, CEO of Vedanta Aluminium Coal Mines, highlighted the company’s vision: “Through Project Vidya, we are committed to strengthening access to quality education. With over 41,000 students benefiting from the programme so far, we are proud to contribute to academic excellence.”
Educators have warmly welcomed the corporate support. Nabnita Naik, Principal of Govt. Higher Secondary School, Luabahal, noted that these resources will build student confidence and encourage consistent learning ahead of crucial board examinations.
Since its inception, Project Vidya has positively impacted tens of thousands of children through various interventions, including additional teacher deployment, career guidance, and science fairs. This initiative perfectly aligns with VAML Coal Mines’ broader community development mission, which has uplifted over 200,000 residents across 26 villages in the region through focused investments in education, healthcare, and livelihood support.
