Hindustan Zinc’s Zinc Kaushal Graduates Go Global with Overseas Opportunities

Udaipur, July 15, 2025 - On the occasion of World Youth Skills Day, Hindustan Zinc (NSE: HINDZINC), India’s only and the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, has reaffirmed its commitment to training and upgrading the skills of youth across its operations. Through the flagship skilling initiative, Zinc Kaushal Kendra, Hindustan Zinc is enabling rural youth to secure jobs by gaining market-relevant skills and finding relevant employment across India. The programme’s job assistance has now transcended Indian borders with two bright individuals securing jobs in Europe and Gulf. Through seven specialised training centres in six districts of Rajasthan and Uttarakhand, Hindustan Zinc is enabling the youth to be on the path of employment, entrepreneurship and self-reliance.

Deepika Devra and Lalit Jangid began their journeys with Zinc Kaushal training, eventually landing global opportunities with Marella Cruises (Spain) and Asterix Company (Saudi Arabia), respectively. These career arcs highlight how early-stage skill interventions can create long-term impact for India’s rural youth. With over 8,600 individuals trained and more than 7,250 placed in domestic roles across sectors like hospitality, retail, solar, security, and microfinance, few alumni have progressed to international careers through sustained upskilling and on-the-job performance.

Raised in Dabok, a quiet village near Udaipur, Deepika broke gender norms and overcame social stigma to pursue a career in hospitality. After graduating from Zinc Kaushal Kendra, Udaipur, she began her journey in regional hotels before progressing to cruise line hospitality. Today, Deepika works aboard Marella Cruises in Spain, earning Rs 60,000 per month with full accommodation and international exposure – a living proof that with the right training, global dreams can come true, even for rural India’s daughters.

“We are not just training individuals - we are shaping the future of rural India,” said Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc. “With Zinc Kaushal Kendra, we envisioned a platform that connects aspiration with access. Today, seeing our youth take charge of their futures, in India and abroad, is deeply fulfilling. Each global placement is a step toward a Viksit Bharat - one where no dream is too big and no village too small.”

Since its inception in 2019, Zinc Kaushal has placed over 7,250 candidates in sectors such as hospitality, retail, solar, microfinance, and security services, with a network of over 500 recruitment partners including Tata Consultancy Services, Adani Power, Honda, TATA Motors, Raxa Security, Taj Hotels, SBI Cards, Zydus Hospitals, and Reliance Retail. Nearly 45% of the trainees are women, with notable milestones like India’s first all-women batch in unarmed security achieving 100% placement. The programme’s inclusive design also supports differently-abled youth and promotes entrepreneurship, while aligning with national development goals such as Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Rajasthan.

Coming from a modest village in Ajmer, Lalit enrolled in the Assistant Electrician course at Zinc Kaushal, Ajmer, in search of better opportunities. He started at Motherson Sumi in Bhiwadi and has since secured a technician position with Asterix Company in Saudi Arabia, earning Rs 50,000 per month. Lalit’s story is a powerful reminder that the right skills and support system can launch global careers - even from the most unlikely places

Zinc Kaushal continues to act as a catalyst for rural transformation by providing access, opportunity, and mentorship to youth often left out of the formal job market. By fostering employability, entrepreneurial spirit, and confidence, ZKK is not only helping individuals rise - but also lifting entire communities in the process.

As part of its broader social impact and community development commitments, Hindustan Zinc’s initiatives have reached over 23 lakh people across 2,300 villages in FY 2025. The company has empowered nearly 27,000 women through 2,000+ self-help groups, enables 2 lakh students annually through education programmes like Shiksha Sambal and Unchi Udaan, and supported over 35,000 farmer families under its Samadhan initiative. These efforts reflect Hindustan Zinc’s commitment to inclusive, long-term, and sustainable development across thematic areas of education, women empowerment, agriculture, healthcare, and livelihoods.

About Hindustan Zinc

Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 and NSE: HINDZINC), a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and is amongst the top 5 silver producers globally. The company supplies to more than 40 countries and holds a market share of about 77% of the primary zinc market in India. Hindustan Zinc has been recognized as the world’s most sustainable company in the metals and mining category for the second consecutive year by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024, reflecting its operational excellence, innovation, and leading ESG practices. The company also launched EcoZen, Asia's first low carbon 'green' zinc brand. Produced using renewable energy, EcoZen has a carbon footprint of less than 1 tonne of carbon equivalent per tonne of zinc produced, about 75% lower than the global average.

Hindustan Zinc is also a certified 3.32 times Water-Positive company and is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. Transforming the lives of 2.3 million people through its focused social welfare initiatives, Hindustan Zinc is among the Top 10 CSR companies in India. As an energy transition metals company, Hindustan Zinc is pivotal in providing critical metals essential for a sustainable future.