Punjab Minister for Industries, Commerce and Investment Promotion Sanjeev Arora on Wednesday said the Jogindra Group had announced a strategic expansion plan worth Rs 1,100 crore, giving a major boost to the state’s industrial growth and green energy transition.He said it reflected growing confidence of the industry in Punjab’s progressive policies and business-friendly environment.Addressing mediapersons, he said the expansion would include Rs 700 crore investment in the steel sector, primarily through Jogindra Castings and Vardhman Adarsh, along with Rs 400-crore investment in renewable energy through Jogindra Green India.Highlighting the scale of impact, the minister said, “The Jogindra Group’s turnover is projected to increase from Rs 3,000 crore to Rs 5,000 crore, while its employee strength will jump from 1,800 to 3,000, creating job avenues. The renewable energy generation capacity of the group will increase from 37 MW to 120 MW.”Emphasising the regional impact, Arora said Mandi Gobindgarh had always been the backbone of Punjab’s steel industry. “Today, the town is regaining its strength with new investments, modernisation, and a strong push towards cleaner and more efficient production. The expansion by Jogindra Group is a clear sign that Gobindgarh is once again becoming a growth engine for Punjab’s industrial economy.”