Vedanta Limited Appoints Anuradha Dutt as Independent Director

The Board of Directors of Vedanta Limited, (formerly known as Sesa Sterlite Limited) welcome the appointment of Ms.Anuradha Dutt as Additional Independent Director. The appointment is further subject to the approval of the Shareholders of the company.

Ms. Anuradha Dutt is a prominent member of the legal community in India, with three decades of experience and significant contribution to the field of law. Her appointment will bring in diversity in thought, knowledge and perspective to further help the Board in discharging its responsibility and meeting the expectations of the stakeholders.

Ms. Dutt earned her LL.M. from the Columbia University, New York, USA, her LL.B. from the University of Delhi and completed her undergraduate degree in B.A. (Honours) History from St. Stephens’ College, University of Delhi.

The Board of Vedanta Limited will now comprise of eight directors, who are four Independent Directors (including two women directors) and four Whole-Time Directors, with Mr. Navin Agarwal as the Executive Chairman of Vedanta Limited.

About Vedanta Limited

Vedanta Limited (Vedanta Ltd) is a diversified natural resources company, whose business primarily involves exploring and processing minerals and oil & gas. The Company produces oil & gas, zinc, lead, silver, copper, iron ore, aluminium and commercial power and has a presence across India, South Africa, Namibia, Ireland, Australia, Liberia and Sri Lanka.

Vedanta Ltd, formerly Sesa Sterlite Limited, is the Indian subsidiary of Vedanta Resources Plc, a London-listed company. Sustainable Development is at the core of Vedanta's strategy, with a strong focus on health, safety and environment and on enhancing the lives of local communities. Vedanta Ltd is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange in India and has ADRs listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

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