CII Punjab appoints Trident Group’s Abhishek Gupta as the Chairman

Amit Jain, Managing Director of Shingora Textiles, has been appointed as Vice-Chairman.

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Punjab concluded its annual session for 2023-2024 in Chandigarh with the announcement of new leadership. Abhishek Gupta, Chief – Strategic Marketing at Trident, has been appointed as Chairman, while Amit Jain, Managing Director of Shingora Textiles, has been appointed as Vice-Chairman.

In a ceremonious transition, Dr P J Singh, the esteemedPast Chairman of CII Punjab andCMD of Tynor Orthotics, handed over the baton of leadership to Gupta.

Passing the baton to the new leadership, he emphasised, “Nurturing a culture of innovation through R&D and partnering with academic institutions is the one Chief – Strategic Marketing, Trident agenda that CII Punjab is keen to carry forward. I am sure that under Mr Abhishek Gupta’s able leadership, we will be able to empower Punjabi businesses to not only survive but thrive in the competitive global arena.”

Expressing gratitude for the entrusted responsibility, Gupta extended heartfelt appreciation to Dr Singh and said “The ongoing issues championed by the outgoing Dr PJ Singh are not just relevant for the industry, they’re essential for Punjab’s continued growth. I assure you that these, along with other pressing concerns, will remain at the forefront of our agenda during my tenure.”

Trident Group has always pursued excellence in innovative technologies under Gupta’s guidance. As Chairman of CII Punjab, his vision aligns with Trident’s ethos of nation building, prioritising continual improvement, innovation, and sustainable practices. Together, they aim to propel both Trident and Punjab’s business landscape towards greater prosperity and success.

Gupta’s leadership has been instrumental in driving Trident’s success, introducing initiatives to optimise corporate functions and enhance supply chain management. His dedication to innovation has driven Trident’s global expansion, with products reaching 150+ countries.

Jain has demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial skills by smoothly transforming a traditional family handloom shawl business into a modern, technology-driven enterprise. With over 26 years of impressive experience, he continues to lead the company with strategic foresight, establishing it as a proactive and innovative leader in the industry.

Trident is the flagship Company of Trident Group, an Indian business conglomerate and global player. Headquartered in Ludhiana, Punjab, Trident is a vertically integrated textile (yarn, bath & bed linen) and paper (wheat straw-based) manufacturer. Trident’s towels, yarns, bedsheets and paper businesses have earned global recognition and are delighting millions of customers across India and the world. Trident is one of the largest players in home textile in India. Supplying national, captive, and retailer owned brands; the organisation 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 three major business segments: textiles, paper and chemicals, with its manufacturing facilities in Punjab and Madhya Pradesh.