National, 24 December 2024: Trident Group, a global USD 2 Billion+ conglomerate, was recognized for its outstanding human resources practices at the prestigious TBD Textile Connect – Textile & Apparel Industry HR Summit Excellence Awards. Supported by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Trident Group swept key categories, including Best HR Practice, Best Employer Manufacturing, Excellence in Recruitment and Campus Hiring, and Workforce Diversity.
The awards were presented by Giriraj Singh, Union Minister of Textiles, who commended Trident Group for its leadership in driving HR innovation and fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. These accolades underscore the Group’s dedication to creating a thriving work environment that prioritizes employee development, diversity, and sustainable growth, driving its global success.
‘We are deeply honoured to receive these esteemed awards from the Ministry of Textiles. This recognition validates our unwavering commitment to building a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds have the opportunity to excel. Fostering a culture of inclusion and continuous development remains paramount at Trident, and we are inspired to continue empowering our workforce and driving a more sustainable future’, said Pooja B Luthra, CHRO, Trident Group
Trident Group’s workforce diversity initiatives stand out, particularly the “Takshashila” program. This unique program empowers youth from diverse educational backgrounds, including ITI, diplomas, and 10+2, by removing educational barriers. Takshashila provides these individuals with valuable career opportunities in the textile industry, offering starting salaries of ₹12 lakhs per annum while enabling them to earn, learn, and grow.
Trident’s continued growth significantly impacts the local economy. In Madhya Pradesh, where the company plans to further invest ₹3,000 crore, creating 3,000 new jobs and expanding its workforce from 12,000 to over 15,000. The company’s investments in skill-building and recruitment, particularly through the Takshashila initiative, demonstrate its unwavering commitment to contributing to the region’s development.
In addition to these accolades, Trident Group has earned a Glassdoor rating of 4.2 and the AmbitionBox Badge for excellence in employer branding, further highlighting its ongoing efforts to maintain high employee satisfaction and engagement.
