Vedanta Strengthens Transgender Inclusion with 75 Employees Across

Businesses

• 75 transgender employees hired across Aluminium, Hindustan Zinc, Sesa Goa, FACOR and

Cairn Oil & Gas

• Inclusive policies including gender affirmation support, housing and buddy program in place
• Transgender employees engaged across operations, corporate and technical roles
  New Delhi, 31 st March 2026: Ahead of International Transgender Day of Visibility, Vedanta
  Limited, (NSE: VEDL), India’s leading metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power, and technology
  conglomerate, reaffirmed its commitment to building an inclusive and equitable workplace, with
  75 transgender employees currently working across its businesses. The company has steadily
  expanded representation and inclusion across operations, corporate and technical roles,
  supported by structured policies and workplace enablement initiatives.
  Vedanta’s transgender workforce spans across multiple business units, including Vedanta
  Aluminium, Hindustan Zinc, Sesa Goa, FACOR and Cairn Oil & Gas. Since initiating focused
  hiring efforts in 2022, the company has onboarded employees from the transgender community,
  reflecting a sustained effort to create equitable opportunities across locations.
  Transgender employees at Vedanta are engaged in mainstream functions including operations,
  finance, commercial, logistics, CSR, HR, healthcare services and security. The organisation
  also enables internal mobility based on role requirements, ensuring equitable career
  progression and integration within business teams.
  To create a supportive ecosystem, Vedanta has introduced multiple inclusive policies such as
  Equal Opportunity, Anti-harassment and Anti-discrimination, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion
  frameworks. Dedicated provisions for transgender employees include a gender affirmation
  policy with financial assistance of up to ₹2 lakh and 30 days of leave, housing support, financial
  assistance for higher education of up to ₹1 lakh, and a structured buddy programme to support
  onboarding and workplace integration.
  The company has also taken steps to address structural challenges often faced by transgender
  individuals. Gender-neutral washrooms have been introduced across locations, and housing
  policies have been expanded to include accommodation within company townships. These
  measures were implemented after recognising challenges faced by transgender employees in
  securing rental housing due to social stigma.
  Vedanta has further supported employees in navigating documentation and identity-related
  challenges through partnerships with external organisations and NGOs. The company has
  collaborated with groups such as Periferry, the National Network for Transgender Persons
  (NNTP), and other local organisations for sensitisation, awareness and talent outreach.
  In addition, sensitisation programmes are conducted for employees, business partners and local
  communities to build awareness and foster acceptance on an ongoing basis. Initiatives such as
  ZINCLUSION – Embracing Differences by Hindustan Zinc have played a key role in driving
  organisation-wide understanding, with members of the transgender community sharing their
  journeys and experiences.

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The company also conducts regular town halls, leadership interactions and mentorship
initiatives to support inclusion and ensure continuous engagement with transgender employees.
“I was initially apprehensive about being accepted, but the culture here is truly inclusive. From
gender-sensitive policies to mental wellness sessions and unbiased hiring practices, I’ve
consistently felt seen, respected, and empowered. My colleagues recognize me as an equal
contributor, and this is a place where both my identity and expertise are genuinely valued.
Hindustan Zinc’s support has not only helped me thrive but also enabled me advocate for
others. It has been a truly transformative journey” said a transgender employee working in Asset
Integrity at Hindustan Zinc.
Vedanta’s approach focuses on creating meaningful employment opportunities while enabling
dignity, safety and long-term career growth for individuals from the transgender community. The
initiative reflects the company’s broader commitment to building inclusive workplaces that
celebrate diversity and enable individuals to thrive.