-Chandigarh, October 18:
Epitomising the Punjabi saying “Mann Neeva, Matt Uchi” — humility in heart and wisdom in thought — eminent industrialist and Trident Group Chairman Emeritus Rajinder Gupta has been elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Punjab. The announcement came on Thursday afternoon after the deadline for withdrawal of nominations ended.
The Returning Officer handed over the certificate of election to Mr. Gupta in the presence of Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan during a brief ceremony at the Punjab Vidhan Sabha complex. Mr. Gupta was accompanied by his wife, while Mr. Deepak Nanda, Managing Director, Trident Group, was also present on the occasion.
A respected business leader and philanthropist, Mr. Gupta had filed his nomination as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate for the Rajya Sabha bypoll, held to fill a vacant seat from Punjab.
Known for his humility and visionary leadership, Rajinder Gupta’s journey from a first-generation entrepreneur to one of India’s most respected industrial figures truly embodies the spirit of “Mann Neeva, Matt Uchi”. With his unopposed election, he is poised to take his rich industrial experience and grounded approach in service of the nation to the Upper House of Parliament, symbolising Punjab’s blend of modesty and wisdom at the national level.
