Trident Group announces Rs 1 Crore Research Sustainability Lab at SLIET Sangrur; initiative led by Rajinder Gupta, MP
Kanwar Inder Singh/ royalpatiala.in News/ January 22,2026
Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Member of the Standing Committee on Labour, Textiles and Skill Development, and Chairman Emeritus of the Trident Group, today announced a Rs 1 crore contribution for the establishment of a Research Sustainability Laboratory at Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology (SLIET). The initiative focuses on developing engineering solutions for mechanical and electrical/electronic system failures in industrial plants using real operational data from Trident manufacturing units.
The Research Sustainability Lab will support, Failure diagnosis and root‑cause analysis of machinery, Predictive maintenance frameworks using engineering and AI-driven tools, Data‑based reliability, modelling for electrical and electronic systems, Collaborative R&D projects between SLIET researchers and Trident technical teams. This new facility aims to strengthen India’s capability in industrial problem-solving by enabling students and researchers to work with real datasets and create practical solutions for large-scale manufacturing environments.
The programme was organized under the leadership of Prof. Mani Kant Paswan, Director, SLIET, with support from Prof. Ravi Kant Mishra, Dean (Alumni & Industrial Relations), and Prof. Surinder Singh, Dean (Research & Consultancy). The institute emphasized that the initiative will enhance hands-on learning, real-world exposure, and research depth in mechanical, electrical, and electronics engineering.
Addressing the gathering, Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta emphasised the growing importance of engineering innovation, technical precision and data-driven decision-making in modern manufacturing. He said the new lab would help bridge the gap between academic research and real industrial challenges.
He also announced that the Trident Group will offer placement opportunities to 100 meritorious SLIET students, with preference to those who are academically strong but economically disadvantaged. This support reflects the organisation’s commitment to enabling talent without financial barriers.
Earlier, Director Prof. Paswan briefed the gathering on SLIET’s ongoing initiatives in research, innovation, and skill development. The programme saw enthusiastic participation from faculty, staff, and students, reaffirming the growing strength of industry–academia collaboration. The establishment of the Research Sustainability Lab marks a significant step towards advancing manufacturing reliability, improving technical skill development, and strengthening India’s industrial competitiveness.
