JSW Steel Integrated Report 2024-25

HUMAN RIGHTS

PURPOSE-DRIVEN ACTION

We are enhancing the welfare of the communities where we operate, consistently upholding and protecting the human rights of all stakeholders across our value chain.

Our focus lies in actively managing and mitigating human rights risks through the following avenues:

Conducting enhanced risk assessments and thorough analyses.
Implementing stringent internal reviews.
Facilitating meaningful engagement with stakeholders.

Through the implementation of these proactive measures, we endeavour to cultivate an environment where human rights are upheld, respected and protected at every juncture of our value chain.

Approach to human rights management

While we remain committed to eliminating discrimination and adhering to relevant human rights regulations, we acknowledge the need for more decisive action. To this end, we have adopted a comprehensive Policy on Protecting Human Rights, supported by a detailed Technical Standard. This standard outlines methods for identifying key human rights issues, assigning responsibility, and establishing systems and procedures for effective management, ensuring alignment with our policy objectives and reinforcing our commitment to upholding human rights across our operations.

We also continue to be fully committed to our statutory and voluntary obligations relating to the protection of human rights, including:

Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Core Conventions of the International Labour Organisation.
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
All local and national statutory regulations relating to human rights protection and the eradication of discrimination.
Reporting of our performance on the issue of human rights through GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) and against the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), as well as under Principle 5 of the National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC) as part of the disclosure under the Business Responsibility & Sustainability Report (BRSR).

The following policies further guide our commitment to protecting human rights and fostering a culture of ethical business conduct: the Policy on Labour Practices and Employment Rights, the Policy on Enhancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, and the Policy on Business Conduct.

Human rights due diligence

In FY 2024-25, with 100% of our Integrated Steel Plants and mines covered under HRIA, we advanced Human Rights Due Diligence by formulating focused management plans, strengthening governance structures, assigning clear responsibilities, and setting measurable targets. These efforts aim to safeguard key rights holders and integrate human rights considerations into day-to-day decision-making across all operational levels.

Human rights impact assessment process

Upholding human rights

Key rights holders

Employees
Workers (including job based, need based, domestic, and vulnerable groups)
Local communities
Suppliers
Contractors
Indigenous people

During FY 2024-25, we conducted a comprehensive Human Rights Impact Assessment (HRIA) and due diligence (HRDD) across all our Integrated Steel Plants in Dolvi, Raigarh, BPSL, and our Odisha and Karnataka mines. We also held training and awareness sessions on human rights for all stakeholder groups and security personnel at our operations. With this, all our operations and iron ore mines are now covered under our human rights framework.

Through this assessment, we proactively identified potential risks and embedded accountability across our operations. We are also developing tailored Human Rights Management Plans for each site. This achievement marks another step towards building a culture rooted in respect, integrity, and continuous improvement.