Mumbai, June 26: Vedanta Limited, a leading company in diverse natural resources, has reported a contribution of ₹62,722 crore to the government treasury for the financial year 2026, marking the second-highest contribution to date and accounting for 36% of its total turnover. This information was disclosed in the company’s 11th Tax Transparency Report, reinforcing Vedanta’s commitment to transparent governance and national development.
This contribution reflects a 13.3% increase compared to the previous year, bringing Vedanta’s total contribution to the government treasury over the past decade to ₹4,83,034 crore. The company has focused on financial discipline and supporting the mission of a developed India, positioning itself among the top three private sector contributors to the national treasury.
The financial performance of Vedanta in FY26 has been exceptional, with revenue rising by 15% to ₹1,74,075 crore, the highest in the company’s history. The profit after tax (PAT) also saw a significant increase of 22%, reaching ₹25,096 crore. The company’s balance sheet has strengthened, with net debt improving to 0.95 times EBITDA, the best level in 14 quarters.
Vedanta’s diverse business portfolio, which includes zinc, lead, silver, aluminium, copper, iron ore, steel, power, nickel, chrome, and oil and gas, has contributed to its strong operational performance. Zinc led the contributions with ₹19,053 crore, followed by aluminium at ₹15,788 crore and oil and gas at ₹11,697 crore, showcasing the company’s expansion and diversification in critical minerals and energy sectors.
Key highlights from Vedanta’s Tax Transparency Report for FY26 include:
– Government royalties and profit petroleum contributions amounting to ₹14,840 crore, benefiting various state governments across India.
– Corporate income and capital taxes contributing ₹8,290 crore.
– Other taxes, including duties on exports and imports, totaling ₹11,897 crore.
– Indirect taxes from sales across business units amounting to ₹21,777 crore.
– Withholding tax contributions of ₹3,188 crore.
Vedanta’s commitment to tax transparency is a vital part of its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda. For 11 consecutive years, the company has maintained voluntary and proactive disclosures to build stakeholder trust and uphold high standards of corporate governance. Vedanta’s tax principles align closely with responsible corporate citizenship initiatives, further solidifying its commitment to sustainable development.
For more details, visit the tax transparency report on Vedanta’s official website.