Hony doctorate conferred on Trident Group Chairman Rajinder Gupta by MRSPTU
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Trident Group Chairman Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta, a stalwart in the ‘Indian Textile and Paper industry, an entrepreneur extraordinaire, and a luminary who has helped bring Indian Textile Industry to the global stage was conferred with Honorary Doctorate, Honoris Causa during the 1st convocation of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University, Bathinda, Punjab.
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University, presented Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta with an Honorary Doctorate, Honoris Causa, in recognition of his distinguished service in the field of Trade and Industry. He received the honour from Governor of Punjab Banwarilal Purohit, and Chancellor of MRSPTU, Bathinda in the presence of Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann.
Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta, Chairman of Trident Group is a true inspiration to millions of entrepreneurs across the nation. His complete journey has been of immense hard work and raising the bar in the textile and paper industry. Under his leadership, Trident was recognized in the ‘India’s Top 500 Companies – 2021’ publication by Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global data, analytics company; and as one of the ‘Best Workplaces for Women 2021’ by Economic Times. Trident was recognized for its efforts to make a difference and successfully create a new benchmark for Diversity & Inclusion in Corporate India. Trident has a dedicated Diversity & Inclusion council named ASMITA to ensure zero gaps in hiring, compensation and promotions that takes care of children for working women, provides flexible working hours, menstrual leaves and gives preference to women sole earners in hiring.
Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta is currently Chairman of Advisory Council of Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh & Himachal Pradesh of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI). He is also Chairman, Board of Governors – Punjab Engineering College (Deemed to be University), Chandigarh and he is serving on Cleveland Clinic International Leadership Board, as an active member of the CCILB, he directly affects international strategies and activities, particularly those impacting India. Since his inception into the CCLIB, he has collaborated with physician leaders to positively influence healthcare, research, medical education and patient care.
About Trident Limited : Trident Limited (NSE: TRIDENT; BSE: 521064) is the flagship Company of Trident Group, a USD 3 billion Indian business conglomerate and a global player. Headquartered in Ludhiana, Punjab, Trident Limited is a vertically integrated textile (Yarn, Bath & Bed Linen) and Paper (Wheat Straw-based) manufacturer and is one of the largest players in Home Textile Space in India. Supplying national, captive, and retailer owned brands, the organization is highly decorated with awards from its customers, vendors, and various government entities in recognition of advancing the highest standards in product quality, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship. The Company operates in two major business segments: Textiles and Paper with its manufacturing facilities located in Punjab and Madhya Pradesh.
April 9,2022
