OREANDA-NEWS. Vedanta, a global diversified natural resources company is declared the 7th Most Active in Stepathalon's 100 day race, of 2014. Vedanta competed with over 275 companies in India and the world and was also declared the 2nd Runner Up in the Most Active Company by Industry - Manufacturing/ Engineering sector. Stepathalon is a pedometer-based, mass participation event for organizations of all sizes across all industries and countries.

"The Vedanta group of companies are focused on the wellness of our human capital. We are a high growth group and believe in our energetic self-driven talented workforces. Participation in Stepathalon is resulting in improved camaraderie, fun, togetherness and keenness to pursue goals in a systematic and timely manner. It has created high engagement and excitement and the vibrancy is felt across the group," said Rajesh Padmanabhan, President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Vedanta.

Vedanta has received an overwhelming response from its employees, with over 1182 participants in 236 Stepathalon teams. Stepathalon is for the 'everyday athlete', a movement aimed at corporates across the world that engages employees to stay fit and motivate fellow participants, regardless of age, gender, location, designation or fitness level.

Vedanta 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.

Sesa Sterlite Limited (SSLT) formerly known as Sesa Goa Limited, is the Indian subsidiary of Vedanta Resources Plc, a London-listed company. Sustainability is at the core of SSLT's strategy, with a strong focus on health, safety and environment and on enhancing the lives of local communities.

SSLT is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange in India and has ADRs listed on the New York Stock Exchange.