BHUBANESWAR: Vedanta Aluminium launched a series of targeted monsoon health initiatives to strengthen community well-being in Rayagada and Kalahandi districts.
The campaign was undertaken through the company’s mobile health unit (MHU). More than 1,500 community members received free malaria testing, guidance on symptom recognition and preventive measures like sanitation, use of mosquito nets and removing stagnant water.
A monsoon preparedness session was also held with 80 women of self-help groups from five villages, which covered household hygiene, access to safe drinking water, precautionary steps to prevent snake bites and essential first response measures for its timely treatment.
“At Vedanta, we are committed to proactive health interventions. Through our mobile health unit, we bring accessible healthcare on wheels and run regular awareness sessions to help build healthier communities,” said Vedanta Aluminium CEO, Rajiv Kumar.