Thoothukudi, 5th September, 2019: Sterlite Copper celebrated a week long Ganesh Chaturthi festival at Tamira -1 premises from 30th August, 2019 to 5th September, 2019. An idol of lord Ganesha was installed on 30th August. Daily Rituals were also performed on mornings and evenings. The idol was immersed in the sea and the rituals were completed on August 5th.
The company organised a day long engagement activity on 31st August, which exhibited the talents of various women from 21 core villages in different creative games and events, as part of the Chaturthi celebrations.
Women from the villages Therkusilukan patti, Sorispuram, Vadaku silukan patti , Muthusamypuram, Madathupatti, Rajavinkovil, Therku veerapandiapuram, Kumarettiyapuram, Kayalurani / Kumaragiri, Nainarpuram, Sillanatham, Samynatham, Meelavitan, Silverpuram, Madathur, Ayyandaipu, Pandarampatti, Sankaraperi, Puthurpandiapuram, participated enthusiastically in all activities and enjoyed the opportunity to exhibit their skills and talent. All the participants were also encouraged with numerous rewards.
Dr. Mercy Rodriga, Gynaecologist and Obstetrician from Tuticorin Government Hospital and Ms. Jayshree Shankar, Managing director of the Charitable Foundation, V.A.S Trust presided over as the Chief Guest of the event. Senior members of Sterlite Copper were also present for the event.
The company also contributed for the celebrations in various Lord Ganesha temples and villages which included Rajavin Kovil, Kailasapuram, Madathupatti, Sorispuram etc. There was an overwhelming response from the villagers and the employees.
Ms. Kannia Parameshwari, a resident of Sankaraperi said “The celebrations were filled with laughter, cheering, enthusiasm and a sense of unity. By the end of the celebrations, we were taking away a lot of memories and newly formed bonds, back to our homes. We look forward to many more such events and activities by Sterlite Copper”.
Vedanta Limited (Vedanta Ltd) is a diversified natural resources company, whose business primarily involves exploring and processing minerals and oil & gas. The Company produces oil & gas, zinc, lead, silver, copper, iron ore, aluminium and commercial power and has a presence across India, South Africa, Namibia, Ireland, Australia, Liberia and Sri Lanka.
Vedanta Ltd is the Indian subsidiary of Vedanta Resources Limited. Sustainable Development is at the core of Vedanta’s strategy, with a strong focus on health, safety and environment and on enhancing the lives of local communities. Vedanta Ltd is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange in India, and has ADRs listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
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