•     Paves way for creation of four independent listed entities positioned to pursue accelerated growth

•     Unlocks value through sharper strategic focus, independent capital allocation, and governance

Bengaluru, December 16, 2025:  Vedanta Limited, the world’s leading critical minerals, energy transition, metals, oil & gas, power, and technology conglomerate, today announced that the Mumbai Bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has sanctioned the Scheme of Arrangement for the Company’s demerger into four independent, pure-play businesses by an order dated December 16, 2025.

With this approval and subject to receipt of certain government, regulatory approvals and other stakeholder clearances, Vedanta enters the execution phase of a transformational demerger that will result in five separate listed companies[1] (including already listed Vedanta Limited), each with a clear strategic mandate, focused management teams, and dedicated capital structures. The demerger is designed to unlock long-term value for shareholders and provide investors direct exposure to high-quality, sector-leading assets aligned with India’s growth and global energy transition trends.

It represents a significant step in simplifying Vedanta’s corporate structure while strengthening accountability, transparency, and strategic clarity across the Company’s businesses.

Creating focused, world-class companies

Post demerger, Vedanta’s businesses will operate as independent, sector specific companies, each positioned to capitalise on its respective market opportunities. The resulting entities will be as follows:

·         Vedanta Aluminium

·         Vedanta Oil & Gas

·         Vedanta Iron & Steel

·         Vedanta Power*

·         Vedanta Limited (to continue as the parent Company housing Hindustan Zinc Limited and incubating future-facing businesses)

(*The approval for demerger of merchant power business of Vedanta Limited is currently pending before the Hon’ble NCLT under a separate proceeding.)

Shareholders of Vedanta Limited will receive equity shares in each of the four resulting listed entities (in addition to their shareholding in Vedanta Limited) in proportion to their existing holdings, ensuring continuity of ownership while enabling direct participation in the growth trajectories of individual businesses.

Strategic rationale

Each demerged entity will operate with greater strategic flexibility, sharper market focus, and independent access to capital. Management teams in the demerged entities will align decision-making more closely with customer needs, investment cycles, and commodity-specific dynamics, while enabling investors to evaluate and value each business on its own merits.

The demerged entities will benefit from India’s continued infrastructure build-out, rapid urbanisation, energy transition, and emphasis on domestic manufacturing and resource security. The new structure positions each Company to respond nimbly to these trends while pursuing disciplined growth and operational excellence.

Commenting on the development, Mr. Anil Agarwal, Chairman, Vedanta Ltd., said:

“This is a landmark moment in Vedanta’s journey. The NCLT’s approval reinforces our vision to create focused, world-class companies better aligned with India’s growth ambitions and the evolving global demand for resources, energy, and technology. Each of these entities has the potential to grow manifold, attract strategic investment, and deliver superior value as these sectors are witnessing double digit growth. The demerger is also about empowering leadership and ensuring that our commitment to sustainable growth remains deeply embedded in every Company.” 

Overview of the resulting businesses

1.    Vedanta Aluminium, a leading global fully integrated producer of aluminium, will operate with strong cost competitiveness, a diversified product portfolio, and a growing focus on value-added and low-carbon aluminium solutions.

2.    Vedanta Oil & Gas, the largest private oil and gas exploration and production company in India, will function as a dedicated upstream exploration and production Company with a large onshore and offshore footprint, focused on enhancing domestic energy security through disciplined development and technology-led resource maximisation.

3.    Vedanta Power, one of the largest private sector power generators in India, will house the existing independent power generation assets and pursue opportunities in India’s evolving power market.

4.    Vedanta Iron & Steel, India’s leading producer of iron ore and steel, will bring together iron ore, steel, and value-added ferrous operations, providing a vertically integrated platform with scope for downstream expansion and green steel initiatives.

5.    Vedanta Limited, as the residual entity, will continue to hold its stake in Hindustan Zinc Limited and act as an incubator for new and emerging businesses, including initiatives that are of strategic importance to India.

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Vedanta plans to significantly expand its operations over the next three years, as it restructures into four entities — Vedanta Aluminium, oil and gas, power, and iron and steel.

Speaking with PTI, Vedanta Ltd Executive Director Arun Misra, said that “So, we have raised a global EOI and we have got multiple interests. We are finalising partners over a couple of weeks time….imagine a post-demerger, we have multiple businesses all listed and in that case, we at the group work as a private equity so that the EOI has witnessed multiple interests.”

When asked to name the companies which have shown interest, Misra said that “there are numerous and think of any large global consulting firms in India and the world over. They all have witnessed, they all have a realistic interest.”

The company will spend USD 20 billion on growth projects in metals, mining and hydrocarbons in the next three years. These projects are extensions of its existing operations.

The mining firm had revised its demerger plan and decided to retain its base metal undertaking within the parent firm.

The company expects to complete the demerger of its businesses by the September-end.

Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal had earlier said the proposed demerger of the company’s diverse verticals, which represent more than 15 commodities, will see it progress from asset managers to asset owners.

As the company passes through the transition phase, Vedanta is focusing on consolidating and strengthening its asset base to emerge as a world leader in each of its verticals, the chairman had said.

The metal giant had reported a more than two-fold jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,483 crore for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, driven by lower cost and higher volume. The company had posted a net profit of Rs 1,369 crore in the year-ago period. The income of the company in the January-March quarter increased to Rs 41,216 crore over Rs 36,093 crore in the year-ago period.

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Bengaluru, 7th January 2025: Vedanta Limited, a global leader in natural resources and technology, has solidified its position as a trailblazer in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) excellence. The Vedanta Group achieved a stellar 5th rank globally among 248 metal and mining companies in the prestigious S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) 2024. Its subsidiary, Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL, NSE: HINDZINC), retained the #1 global ranking for the second consecutive year, while Vedanta Aluminium secured the #2 position among aluminium producers. Notably, Vedanta and Hindustan Zinc are the only Indian companies to feature in the global top ten rankings.

The S&P Global CSA is regarded as one of the world’s most comprehensive ESG benchmarks, evaluating companies across rigorous ESG criteria. These rankings underscore Vedanta Group’s steadfast commitment to aligning its strategies with global sustainability standards, driving responsible business practices, and creating long-term value for all stakeholders. Hindustan Zinc achieved a score of 86 with highest scores globally in key parameters such as climate strategy, community relations, waste & pollutants.

Commenting on the achievement, Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Non-Executive Director, Vedanta Ltd. and Chairperson, Hindustan Zinc Ltd., said, “I am immensely proud that Hindustan Zinc is #1 and Vedanta amongst the top 5 in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 – two years in a row.  Our rankings are a testament to our unwavering commitment to sustainability, positive social impact and excellence in governance. Vedanta Aluminium has also remained one of the most sustainable aluminium producers in the world – highlighting our focus on driving meaningful change. We hope to continue to contribute towards sustainable value creation on a global scale.”

Setting Benchmarks in ESG Excellence

Vedanta Group’s strong performance in the S&P Global CSA highlights its achievements across all dimensions of ESG:

1. Governance Leadership

• Enhanced governance framework with strengthened board independence, gender diversity, and robust risk management.
• Achieved a 100% score in transparency and reporting, setting a global benchmark for corporate disclosure. 

2. Environmental Stewardship

• Advanced initiatives in mineral waste management, water risk mitigation, and biodiversity conservation, aligning with international standards.
• Commitment to Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050 or sooner, backed by a dual strategy of increasing renewable energy usage and increasing operational efficiency through deployment of advanced technologies.
• Pioneering projects:
  • Hindustan Zinc’s EcoZen: Asia’s first low carbon ‘green’ zinc produced using renewable energy.
  • Hindustan Zinc is a certified 2.41 times water positive company
  • Hindustan Zinc’s Pantnagar Metal Plant: The company’s Pantnagar plant in Uttarakhand runs on 100% renewable power.
  • Vedanta Aluminium’s transition to natural gas at the Jharsuguda smelter, expected to cut emissions by over 47,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent annually. 

3. Social Responsibility

• Investments in community welfare, employee development, and occupational health & safety (OHS) resulted in significant improvements in Governance and Social scores in the S&P CSA.
• Initiatives like skill development programs, education, and healthcare for underserved communities are fostering inclusive growth. 

Driving Transformational Impact

Vedanta’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its $5 billion investment over the next decade to foster a greener, more inclusive future. Key initiatives driving impact include:

1. Renewable Energy Integration:
   • Hindustan Zinc’s goal to source 70% of its energy needs from renewables by 2027.
   • Vedanta Aluminium’s partnership with GAIL Gas Ltd. for natural gas usage at its Jharsuguda smelter.
2. Operational Efficiencies:
   • Innovative practices to reduce energy consumption, transition to cleaner fuels, and electrify vehicle fleets across operations.
   • Hindustan Zinc is the first Indian mining company to deploy underground battery electric vehicles
3. Community Upliftment:
   • Empowering local communities through education, health, and skill development programs, and rural infrastructure, creating a lasting ripple effect of transformation. 

The Vedanta Group’s achievements in the S&P Global CSA reaffirm its role as a global leader in ESG. Through robust governance practices, innovative environmental strategies, and deep social impact, Vedanta is setting a new standard for sustainable and responsible business practices.

As Vedanta accelerates its journey toward net-zero emissions, its holistic approach underscores the company’s vision to build a brighter, more sustainable future for generations to come.

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