The ‘Vastra Ratna’ Award was presented by Giriraj Singh, Minister of Textiles, who graced the event as Chief Guest. Roop Rashi Mahapatra, Textile Commissioner of India, was also in attendance.
Rajinder Gupta, Chairman Emeritus of Trident Group, has been conferred the esteemed ‘Vastra Ratna’ Award for Special Achiever, recognizing his remarkable contributions to the textile industry. This honour comes as the Cotton Textiles Export Promotion Council (TEXPROCIL) celebrates its 70th anniversary, acknowledging outstanding exporters who have built world-class textile companies and put India on the global textile map.
A pioneering industrialist, Gupta has driven Trident Group’s growth into a global $2 billion+ textile conglomerate. His commitment to philanthropy and sustainability is exemplified through his establishment of the Takshashila Centre of Excellence, providing training facilities and employment opportunities to thousands of individuals. Additionally, his initiatives in healthcare include the establishment of the multispecialty Madhuban Hospital and organisation of mega medical camps, enhancing healthcare access to many.
The ‘Vastra Ratna’ Award was presented by Giriraj Singh, Minister of Textiles, who graced the event as Chief Guest. Roop Rashi Mahapatra, Textile Commissioner of India, was also in attendance.
Trident Group is committed to sustainability through various initiatives. The company has set ambitious renewable energy targets, aiming to source 50 per cent of its energy from renewables by 2025, with biomass and solar power already accounting for 42 per cent and 41 MWp, respectively. Trident has also implemented robust water conservation measures, recycling 100 per cent of water used in towel and sheeting production and recovering over 2,651 million gallons of wastewater. Furthermore, its Eco-Twist technology offers a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional towels, reducing environmental impact without compromising quality.
This recognition underscores Trident’s leadership in integrating sustainable practices within the textile industry and highlights Gupta’s vision and dedication to creating a positive impact.