Trident Group Commits ₹20 Billion Investment to Boost Punjab’s Industrial Growth

On November 20, 2025, Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora confirmed Trident Group’s major investment plan in Punjab. Of the total ₹2000 crore, ₹1500 crore will be directed towards Barnala for expanding terry towel production and upgrading paper manufacturing facilities. An additional ₹500 crore will be invested in Mohali to set up a corporate office and capacity-building centre. The project is expected to create employment opportunities for nearly 2000 semi-skilled rural women, reinforcing Trident’s commitment to inclusive growth. The investment aligns with Punjab’s vision of becoming a robust industrial hub under progressive policy interventions and ease-of-business reforms.  

 

Notable updates  

* Trident Ltd announces ₹2000 crore investment in Punjab  

* ₹1500 crore earmarked for Barnala expansion and paper manufacturing modernisation  

* ₹500 crore allocated for Mohali corporate office and training centre  

* Employment opportunities for 2000 semi-skilled rural women  

* Initiative supports Punjab’s industrial hub vision and inclusive growth agenda  

 

Trident’s ₹20 billion investment underscores its dual focus on industrial expansion and social empowerment, positioning Punjab as a rising hub for manufacturing and employment.  

 

Sources: Yes Punjab, Punjab News Express, Punjab Newsline