Udaipur, December 27, 2024: Hindustan Zinc Limited, India’s largest and the world’s second-largest integrated zinc producer, emerged victorious with 11 prestigious accolades at the 53rd All India Mine Rescue Competition, held at Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), Dhanbad. Organised by the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS), the event witnessed participation from 32 teams across India and was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Shyam Mishra, Director of Mines Safety (DMRS), and Alex, secretary of the International Mine Rescue Body.

The men’s team from Hindustan Zinc’s Rampura Agucha mine secured the top position in the overall Metal Mines category, marking the company’s third consecutive victory at this competition. The event emphasised emergency preparedness through real-life scenarios, reinforcing Hindustan Zinc’s leadership in mine rescue operations.

Hindustan Zinc fielded four teams, including two pioneering women’s teams and two men’s teams from the Rampura Agucha cluster, Rajpura Dariba Complex, and Zawar Group of Mines. Following in the footsteps of India’s and the company’s first All-Women Underground Mine Rescue team, Hindustan Zinc’s second All-Women Rescue team from the Rampura Agucha cluster achieved an impressive second-place finish in the Women’s category. Previously, the first All-Women Rescue clinched the top spot at the 52nd edition of the competition. Additionally, Hindustan Zinc claimed first-place honours across multiple categories, including Best in First Aid, Best Fresh Air Base, Best in Theory and Best in Statutory Tasks.

Participants were tested on a range of challenging tasks, including theoretical assessments, first aid, statutory procedures and simulated mine rescue and recovery operations. Hindustan Zinc’s teams demonstrated resilience, technical expertise and ingenuity, earning high praise from DGMS officials and industry veterans for their exceptional performance.

Hindustan Zinc’s success is underpinned by its robust safety protocols, real-time monitoring systems, automated safety procedures,and comprehensive training programmes, reflecting the company’s unwavering commitment to a safety-first culture. By adhering to international safety standards and incorporating cutting-edge technologies, Hindustan Zinc has augmented its Safety Management System with a strong focus on behaviour-based safety.

The company’s groundbreaking safety initiatives include establishing India’s first underground first-aid station with an ambulance and forming the country’s first All-Women Underground Mine Rescue team. Earlier this year, Hindustan Zinc’s All-Women Mine Rescue team secured second place in the Women’s Taskforce category at the International Mines Rescue Competition in Columbia, marking India’s debut on this prestigious global platform.

Hindustan Zinc continues to set benchmarks in promoting safety and gender inclusivity within the mining industry, striving toward a safer, more equitable future. Powered by advanced technologies such as Industry 4.0, digitalisation, robotics and automation, the company is revolutionising safety standards across its operations.