Punjab Govt Appoints Umang Jindal as Chairman of Retail Sector Committee

Chandigarh, August 8, 2025: In a significant move to augment Punjab’s industrial ecosystem, the state’s industries minister, Sanjeev Arora, announced the formation of 15 more sectoral committees. The committees bring together experts from varied industries serving as advisers to propose targeted policy recommendations for their respective sectors.

For its retail sector committee, Umang Jindal, CEO, Homeland Group, has been appointed chairman. The committee thoroughly examines policies and frameworks from other relevant states across the country to develop a ‘best-in-class’ policy framework for Punjab.

Under Jindal’s leadership, the core task of this committee is to provide the government with a structured set of inputs for a customised, industrial policy framework for the retail industry.

To achieve this, the department of industries and commerce is embarking on a significant initiative to prepare customised transformational road maps for key industrial sectors of Punjab. This effort is designed to be truly collaborative and impactful, built upon extensive consultations with the industry stakeholders.

Sanjeev Arora, Cabinet Minister, Punjab, said, “The government of Punjab, under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, is dedicated to fostering a progressive ecosystem for industrial growth, innovation and sustainability alongside robust employment generation across the state.”

Jindal said, “It is an honour to be entrusted with the role of chairman for the retail committee formed by the Punjab government. The retail landscape in Punjab is undergoing a transformative shift driven by evolving consumer aspirations and the need for more experiential, community-centric spaces. I look forward to contributing meaningfully to this journey and helping shape a more vibrant, organised and future-ready retail ecosystem across Punjab.”

Jindal’s appointment comes at a time when Punjab’s urban centres are witnessing a growing demand for curated retail experiences. The announcement marks a proud moment for the real estate fraternity, acknowledging Umang’s progressive leadership and unwavering commitment to organised growth in the region.