Mr. Agarwal emphasised that one of the biggest enablers for this shift is a regulatory ecosystem that is built on trust. When entrepreneurs—whether startups, MSMEs or established businesses—are given the benefit of doubt, it strengthens confidence and improves ease of doing business. Trust has always been the foundation of thriving economies.

With a light-touch approach by regulators, India can unlock the true potential of its entrepreneurs. This will set off a powerful wave of enterprise-led growth and put the country firmly on the path to achieving Viksit Bharat well before 2047.

Light touch today can deliver heavyweight outcomes for the economy tomorrow.

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Mr. Agarwal, widely recognized for listing Vedanta on the London Stock Exchange, revealed that his first major breakthrough came much earlier, when he raised capital to set up India’s jelly-filled telephone cable business. At a time when the country faced a severe shortage of telecom infrastructure, he identified a critical opportunity and partnered with Essex, a U.S.-based company, to acquire specialized machinery and technical know-how. This laid the foundation for what would evolve into a major industrial enterprise.

Despite enduring nine failed business ventures, Mr. Agarwal remained resolute in his belief that failure is not the end, but a stepping stone toward success. His relentless determination led Sterlite to become one of the first Indian cable companies to be listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange a landmark achievement that underscored India’s growing industrial capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.

Reflecting on his journey, Mr. Agarwal said, “When you hit rock bottom, the only way forward is up. That’s when you take your biggest risks, right after your biggest failures. Because failure doesn’t define you. What you do next does.”

This reflects Vedanta’s core philosophy of embracing challenges, driving innovation, and creating sustainable growth not only for the business but for the nation.

Today, Vedanta continues to lead its sectors, driven by a strong vision of resilience, bold decision-making, and a steadfast commitment to shaping India’s industrial future.

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Calling Silver a unique and multipurpose metal, Mr. Agarwal stated, “Chaandi (Silver) has a unique mix of intrinsic value and functional application in new technologies”.

He noted that India had no domestic silver production until Vedanta’s Hindustan Zinc began production of the metal. Acknowledging the team’s pioneering research and effort, he expressed pride in their role of establishing silver production in the country, adding that “this is just the beginning.”

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In a recent post, Mr. Agarwal drew parallels between his early days in the mining industry and the entrepreneurial journey of today’s startup founders. He recalled visiting mining sites daily with the hope of finding gold, but often returned with nothing but stone. This, he said, taught him one of the most valuable lessons of his career: that there is no clear roadmap, no perfect answer, and no guaranteed outcome in business.

“Every decision you make is a bet,” Mr. Agarwal noted. “Sometimes, even your best efforts will lead you to stone. But you keep showing up. You keep placing your bets. That is where growth lives- in the uncomfortable, imperfect steps forward.”

Highlighting the importance of resilience and decision-making amidst uncertainty, Vedanta chairman emphasized that success does not come from waiting for the perfect opportunity, but from continuously betting on oneself.

“This message is particularly timely for India’s vibrant startup ecosystem, where thousands of young founders are navigating uncharted territories,” he added. “The willingness to take risks, even without a guaranteed outcome, is what separates long-term success from failure.”

Through his message, Mr. Agarwal continues to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs, reinforcing his belief that India’s growth story will be shaped by those who dare to take bold, imperfect steps toward the future.

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“The greatest quality of an entrepreneur is their ability to take risks,” he noted, adding that risk-taking combined with hard work is what builds great companies and generates employment for the country’s youth. He emphasized that entrepreneurs should be focused on business risks, not regulatory or policy-related ones.

Highlighting the importance of enabling growth, the Chairman urged that unless there is a fundamental issue, entrepreneurs must be given complete freedom to operate and scale. “Let them grow 10x and become global leaders,” he highlighted.

His remarks have sparked a broader conversation around the need for regulatory reforms and a more supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem in India.

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·         Focused on unlocking value unlocking value through diversification, critical minerals, rare earths, energy transition metals, power, energy and technology.

Bengaluru, July 10, 2025: Vedanta Ltd. unveiled a vision for its next phase of growth at its 60th Annual General Meeting, with Chairman Anil Agarwal outlining a transformation plan built on demerger, diversification, and deleveraging. Backed by strong financials, record shareholder returns, and a growing portfolio of critical minerals and energy transition metals, Vedanta’s growth is aligned with India’s economic and energy ambitions. Vedanta also announced that it will incubate 1000 deep-tech start-ups. The company also reiterated its plans to establish India’s first industrial zinc and aluminium parks.

Speaking at the AGM, Chairman Mr. Anil Agarwal said, “Our 3D strategy, Demerger, Diversification and Deleveraging will enable us to double in size and unlock maximum value for our stakeholders.”

The world is seeing resource nationalism. Anil Agarwal emphasized the central role of natural resources and its significance to India’s economic future, particularly in enabling energy transition technologies like EVs and renewables, as well as digital infrastructure. With India’s geology comparable to resource-rich nations like Canada and Australia but only 25 percent explored, he said the time was ripe for accelerated growth in the critical minerals sector.

He added, “This is not just a story of growth, it is the story of realizing India’s aspirations. We are fully aligned with the needs of a developed Bharat.”

Vedanta is strategically positioned to lead this transformation. The company has secured 10 critical mineral blocks across India, one of the largest by any private sector company. This reinforces Vedanta’s transformation into a critical minerals, energy transition metals, energy, and technology conglomerate. It is also setting up the world’s first industrial Zinc Park and India’s largest Aluminium Park, aimed at nurturing thousands of MSMEs and creating lakhs of employment opportunities, marking the beginning of a metal revolution in India.

A key highlight of the AGM was the company’s demerger plan. With over 99.5 percent shareholder and creditor approval, Vedanta is in the advanced stages of executing its ‘value-unlock’ proposal. Once completed, shareholders will receive shares in each of the four newly demerged entities. Each business will have its own strategic focus, investor base, and growth path, with the potential to grow into $100 billion enterprises.

Chairman Agarwal emphasized, “Each business will get a renewed focus, new investors, and a unique opportunity to achieve its full potential.”

In line with its long-term strategy, Vedanta is also incubating future industrial champions. The company announced plans to partner with 1000 startups in deep tech space, through what is set to become one of India’s largest industrial incubator platforms in the manufacturing sector. These initiatives aim to future-proof operations and support India’s broader goals of self-reliance and economic leadership.

Mr. Agarwal also reiterated the company’s commitment to sustainability, technology, and social development. Hindustan Zinc has been ranked 1st in the global metals and mining sector, while Vedanta Aluminium is 2nd in the aluminium category in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024. The company remains committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. Its flagship social impact initiative, Nand Ghar, has crossed 8,500 centres across 15 states, supporting child development and women’s empowerment.

He also outlined a lifelong dream to set up a world-class educational institute in India. Mr. Agrawal further added, “This will be another pillar of our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. Vedanta University will be a world-class institution inspired by the likes of Harvard. This will not only bring global standards of research and education to India, but also help nurture the next generation of scientists, engineers, and leaders, all at home.”

Vedanta’s performance in FY 2024–25 has been robust, with revenues of ₹1,50,725 crore and EBITDA of ₹43,541 crore. It emerged as one of the top wealth creators in the NIFTY 100, delivering a total shareholder return of 87 percent. Hindustan Zinc is setting up a 2.5 lakh tonne integrated smelting complex with a ₹12,000 crore investment. In Oil & Gas, Cairn has acquired seven new OALP blocks and aims to double production to 3 lakh barrels per day. Aluminium capacity is being expanded to 31 lakh tonnes, with a new 30 lakh tonne greenfield smelter also planned.

The Chairman concluded by acknowledging the contribution of Vedanta’s 1 lakh strong workforce, noting that 22 percent of its workforce and 28 percent of its leadership are women, with a goal of 30 percent female representation by 2030.

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Bangalore, 18th March, 2025: Vedanta Ltd. Chairman Anil Agarwal said that he envisions that each of the demerged companies has the potential to grow into a $100 billion company. In a letter to shareholders, Agarwal reaffirmed the company’s commitment to unlocking value and driving India’s natural resources sector. Vedanta’s proposed demerger will create four independent natural resource-focused entities with management structures, capital frameworks, and strategic priorities.

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