Vedanta Limited announced its production numbers for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026, reporting record output across its zinc and ferrochrome segments. Zinc India achieved its highest-ever first-quarter mined metal production at 268 KT, while FACOR delivered its highest-ever quarterly ore production at 153 KT. The company's operational performance was driven by better grades, debottlenecking initiatives, and the restart of specific mines.

Zinc India Operational Performance

Zinc India's mined metal production rose 1% year-on-year to 268 KT, with saleable metal increasing 4% to 260 KT. Refined metal production was supported by capacity unlocked through debottlenecking initiatives at Chanderiya and Dariba and a 160 ktpa roaster at Debari. Saleable silver production remained flat at 149 metric tonnes. The following table summarises Zinc India's key operational metrics for the quarter:

Zinc International Performance

Zinc International's total mined metal production decreased 14% year-on-year to 48 KT. However, production from Gamsberg phase 1 increased 10% quarter-on-quarter to 45 KT, partially offsetting the broader decline. Mined metal content from BMM fell sharply by 73% year-on-year to 3 KT.

FACOR and Copper Performance

FACOR reported a 41% year-on-year surge in ore production to 153 KT, driven by the restart of Kalarangiatta Mines and stockpiling ahead of the monsoon season. Ferro Chrome production grew 4% year-on-year to 29 KT. Copper India achieved its highest first-quarter sales in eight years at 53 KT, a 3% year-on-year increase. Conversely, Copper International's copper rod sales fell 51% year-on-year to 9 KT due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Ports Operations

The Vizag General Cargo Berth achieved its highest-ever discharge volume of 2,358 KT in Q1 FY27, registering a 40% year-on-year and 18% quarter-on-quarter growth. Dispatch volumes increased 11% year-on-year to 1,652 KT.

Vedanta Holdings Mauritius Limited has confirmed to the stock exchanges that it did not create any new encumbrance, directly or indirectly, on its shareholding in Vedanta Limited during the financial year 2025-26. The disclosure ensures compliance with regulatory requirements regarding substantial acquisition of shares and takeovers.

The confirmation was submitted to BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited. Vedanta Holdings Mauritius Limited addressed the communication to the Audit & Risk Management Committee of Vedanta Limited, stating that no shares were encumbered during the specified period other than those already disclosed.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 31(4) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. This regulation mandates disclosures regarding any encumbrance on shares held by significant shareholders.

The letter, dated April 6, 2026, requested the exchanges to take the confirmation on record. Niralah Beeharry, Authorised Signatory, affirmed that the declaration covers the entire financial year 2025-26.