Mr. Anil Agarwal, Chairman, Vedanta, tweeted - 'I wish you all a Happy #NY2016. Together we can make India a self-sufficient #GlobalPower by supporting

@PMOIndia's #MakeInIndia.'

New Delhi, 31 December, 2015: The Honorable Prime Minister's 'Make In India' gained fruition over the course of the year, as companies have begun to commit manufacturing products, from smartphones to fighter jets. The uniqueness of 'Make in India' lies in its emphasis on quality manufacturing, making the country the first choice for technology MNCs to set up offshore R&D centers.

India has jumped 12 places on the global Ease of Doing Business Index. Foreign Direct Investment has increased incrementally by 35%, indicating the scope that the country offers and India has become the fastest growing economy in the world.

Rural electrification, road construction, industrial corridors, developing infrastructure for internet connectivity are crucial for the enterprises of tomorrow to operate. Public projects need a great deal of metals and minerals to fructify. Relying on imports for steel, aluminium or copper can lead to delays, instability and cost overruns.

We believe for a self-sufficient India. The Government must continue its reforms in the extractive sector. 'Find in India, Mine in India' can be the perfect podium to propagate and spur investment in the natural resources space. India's self-sufficiency in the natural resources sector has the capacity to create millions of employment opportunities. This will help eradicate poverty and empower our communities, ensuring our economic and social development.

About Vedanta Limited (Formerly Sesa Sterlite Ltd.)

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 Ltd. is the Indian subsidiary of Vedanta Resources Plc, a London-listed company. Governance and Sustainable Development are 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.

For further information, please contact: Roma Balwani

President - Group Sustainability, CSR and Communications

Tel: +91 22 6646 1000

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