Bicholim, Goa – Iron Ore Goa, under Vedanta Sesa Goa’s healthcare initiative Project ‘Aarogya,’ has undertaken to upgrade healthcare infrastructure. The initiative will promote better delivery of services & augment healthcare facilities in Bicholim Taluka.
The company has partnered Our Lady of Grace Hospital, Bicholim, to upgrade and refurbish the hospital’s Out-Patient Department (OPD).
This initiative is set to benefit over 4,000 patients annually. The inauguration of the upgraded OPD at Our Lady of Grace Hospital was carried out by the Chief Guest, Shri Premendra Shet, Hon’ble MLA, Mayem Constituency, in the presence of Mr. Dhirajkumar Jagdish, Deputy CEO, Iron Ore Goa (IOG), along with hospital staff, community leaders, and other Vedanta Sesa Goa executives.
Expressing his sentiments on the occasion, Shri Premendra Shet, Hon’ble MLA, Mayem Constituency, stated, “I appreciate Vedanta Sesa Goa for its strong commitment to social responsibility and for supporting such a noble cause. This contribution will greatly benefit the needy and underprivileged communities in and around Bicholim, enhancing access to essential healthcare services.”
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Dhirajkumar Jagdish, Deputy CEO, IOG, said, “At Vedanta Sesa Goa, we strongly believe that access to quality healthcare is a fundamental right. The refurbishment of the OPD at Our Lady of Grace Hospital and the medical camp for sanitation workers reflect our continued efforts to support community well-being. Through Project ‘Aarogya,’ we are dedicated to improving healthcare infrastructure and ensuring that essential medical services reach those in need.”
Recently, in collaboration with the Bicholim Municipal Council, it also organised a medical health check-up camp for the female sanitation workers at the Dhabdhaba office complex.
“As sanitation workers, we dedicate our days to keeping the community clean, but we often neglect our own health. Vedanta IOG’s initiative to organise the health camp was a great initiative that gave us access to essential check-ups and health advice.” said Jayanti K, Beneficiary, Medical Health Camp
Under Project ‘Aarogya,’ Vedanta Sesa Goa continues to support communities by augmenting essential healthcare facilities and services. The initiative includes the operation of Community Medical Centres and Mobile Health Vans, offering multi-specialty medical camps, awareness programs, diagnostic services, consultations, and free medicines.
Additionally, the company promotes maternal and child health, immunization drives, nutritional awareness, hygiene, and sanitation practices to prevent diseases and enhance community well-being.
