UDAIPUR (India CSR): Hindustan Zinc Limited, the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and among the top ten global silver producers, today announced its inclusion in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class (DJBIC) Index for Emerging Markets for the first time, following the latest index rebalance by S&P Dow Jones Indices. The milestone places the company among a select group of global peers recognised for leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance.
Formerly known as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, The DJBIC indices are designed for investors seeking to track equity markets while applying a sustainability best-in-class selection process. It tracks leading companies based on long-term economic, environmental and social criteria, offering investors a transparent view of sustainability performance across sectors and geographies.
Commenting on the recognition, Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc, said: “This recognition reflects a larger shift in the role of metals in shaping the future of economies and societies. At Hindustan Zinc, we believe the next era of mining will be defined not just by scale, but by responsibility, transparency and global relevance. Sustainability is not an outcome we aspire to, it is the foundation on which we are building a future-ready business. As the world accelerates towards a more resource-conscious future, we remain committed to setting new benchmarks in responsible production, contributing to resilient global supply chains, and positioning India as a trusted leader in sustainably produced metals.”
Hindustan Zinc’s inclusion in the 2026 Dow Jones BestinClass (DJBIC) Index reflects its position among the top global ESG performers in the metals and mining industry. It demonstrates that the company’s sustainability practices are aligned with leading international peers, going well beyond regional benchmarks.
As of March 31, 2026, the DJBIC Emerging Markets Index features only 25 companies from India, with Vedanta Limited and Hindustan Zinc Limited being the only representatives from India’s metals and mining sector. This underlines Hindustan Zinc’s global leadership in responsible resource production and sustainable mining.
Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta Group company, has been ranked as the World’s Most Sustainable Company in the Metals & Mining sector by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025 and became the first Indian mining company to join the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM). The company also launched EcoZen, Asia’s first lowcarbon zinc product produced using renewable energy that delivers over 75% lower carbon intensity compared to conventional zinc, setting new benchmarks in green manufacturing. In addition, Hindustan Zinc operates as a certified 3.32x waterpositive company and has established a clear roadmap to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050 or earlier.
With its inclusion in the Dow Jones BestinClass Index, Hindustan Zinc further consolidates its global standing as an ESGfirst organisation, demonstrating how responsible resource production, strong governance, and innovation can drive sustainable progress.
(India CSR)
