7th July 2025
Vedanta Sesa Goa’s Bicholim Mine Sets Benchmarks in Sustainable Mining Occupational Safety Health
Goa, July 2025: Vedanta Sesa Goa’s Iron Ore Goa (IOG) – Bicholim Mine has achieved a landmark dual recognition, furthering its position as a benchmark in sustainable and responsible mining practices.
At the prestigious 13th Mines Environment & Mineral Conservation (MEMC) Week 2024–25 Awards Ceremony, held in Belgaum under the aegis of the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), the Bicholim Mine emerged as a standout performer in the Group-A category. The site secured the prestigious ‘Second Prize’ for ‘Overall Performance in Fully Mechanized Iron Ore Mines’. This achievement was on account of the onboarding of latest technology in mining operations at the Bicholim mines. The EV wheel loaders, new gen vehicles and the Slope Safety Radar have contributed to the Company’s aims of conducting safe & reliable as well as sustainable operations,
This achievement is particularly significant as Vedanta’s Bicholim Mine has demonstrated exceptional operational and environmental performance within just 14 months of being revived as Goa’s first auctioned and operational iron ore mine.
Speaking on the occasion Mr. Navin Jaju, CEO – Sesa Goa, said: “The prestigious recognition at the 13th MEMC Awards is a testimony to Vedanta Sesa Goa’s focus on sustainable mining through adoption of latest technology & by investing in inviolable safety protocols. Onboarding of EV wheel loaders, new gen vehicles and equipment such as the Slope Safety Radar underscore Vedanta’s commitment to conducting safe & responsible production and also aligns with the vision of Vedanta 2.0 – where environmental stewardship, technology & people-centricity converge to create a #ViksitBharat.”
The other awards won during the ceremony include First Prize in Environment Monitoring & Sustainable Development, First Prize in Publicity, Propaganda & Swachh Bharat Abhiyan & Second Prize in Waste Dump Management & Scientific Development.
Mr. Dhirajkumar Jagdish, Deputy CEO – Vedanta Iron Ore Goa, stated “This dual recognition is a proud moment for all of us at Vedanta IOG. It is a result of our consistent efforts to integrate sustainability, operational excellence, and employee welfare into every level of our operations. From driving innovation in environmental management to safeguarding the health of our workforce, we remain committed to setting new benchmarks and delivering transformative impact.”
Further reinforcing its commitment to Occupational Safety & Health, Vedanta Sesa Goa’s Bicholim Mine was declared a ‘TB-Free Worksite’ under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), in collaboration with the Association of Occupational Health, Goa, and supported by the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS).