Hindustan Copper Strengthens Employee Welfare with GPA Policy and Common Uniform
HCL has partnered with the State Bank of India, to launch a 'Group Personal Accident Insurance Scheme' for all regular employees under its Corporate Salary Package
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, several landmark reforms have been introduced in India’s mining sector to ensure better working conditions, enhanced safety, and improved livelihood opportunities for the workforce. These initiatives have significantly strengthened social security and welfare measures while also creating avenues for skill development and capacity building. The Government’s sustained focus on the well-being of mine workers underscores its commitment to inclusive growth and sustainable development of the sector.
HCL Prioritizes Employee Welfare and Social Security
Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), a Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) under the Ministry of Mines, has taken significant steps to safeguard the welfare of its employees and contractual workforce.
Group Personal Accident Insurance Policy (GPA):
HCL has introduced a GPA policy providing coverage of ₹20 lakh while on duty for every contractual person engaged in the Company.
Enhanced Coverage through Corporate Salary Package:
In collaboration with SBI, Indian Overseas Bank, and other partner banks, HCL has initiated Corporate Salary Package schemes that extend accident insurance coverage up to ₹40 lakh for contractual personnel at its units and offices.
₹1 Crore Insurance for Regular Employees:
For regular employees, HCL, in association with State Bank of India, has launched a Group Personal Accident Insurance Scheme offering ₹1 crore accident insurance coverage (both on-duty and off-duty). This landmark welfare measure reflects HCL’s commitment to ensuring robust social security for its workforce.
HCL Introduces Common Uniform for All Employees
In a first-of-its-kind initiative, Hindustan Copper Limited has introduced a common uniform for all employees across its units and offices.
This initiative:
- Strengthens the corporate identity of HCL as a united workforce.
- Embodies the values of unity, equality, and inclusivity.
- Projects a professional image before stakeholders.
- Reinforces the Company’s identity as the “Copper Miner of India”—one team dedicated to the service of the nation.
About HCL
In service to the nation since 1967, Hindustan Copper Limited is India’s only vertically integrated copper-producing CPSU. The Company continues to play a vital role in meeting the nation’s copper demand while upholding its commitment to employee welfare, safety, and sustainable development.
