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RAJASTHAN
ROYAL HERITAGE
HAWA MAHAL IN JAIPUR, RAJASTHAN
Table of Content
Executive Summary .…………….….……...3
Vision …………..……..……………………..4
Advantage State ...………………………….5
Rajasthan – An Introduction …….………...6
Rajasthan Budget…………..………...……16
Infrastructure Status .................................17
Business Opportunities ……..…………....42
Doing Business in Rajasthan …...….…….74
State Acts & Policies ….….……….............75
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Tourist arrivals in the state, during 2017 reached 47.5 million. Historic palaces, especially those in Jaipur and
Udaipur, offer opportunities to expand the luxury tourism segment, with increasing number of tourists visiting
wild life sanctuaries and desert locations.
Thriving tourism industry
Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion, Ministry of Tourism, Rajasthan Economic Survey 2016-17, Central Statistics Office
Rajasthan is the 2nd largest producer of oilseeds and coarse cereals and largest producer of spices in India,
as of FY17. Tremendous opportunities exist in the areas of organic and contract farming as well as in
infrastructure developments related to agriculture.
Leading producer of
agro-based products
Rajasthan’s gross state domestic product (GSDP) expanded at a CAGR of 6.05% over 2011-12 to 2017-18E. Strong economic growth
The state has immense potential for electricity generation through renewable energy sources and wind power.
Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Ltd has actively promoted solar energy and biomass projects.
Focus on renewable
energy
The policy environment has been favourable for the establishment of industrial units. A Single Window
Clearance System (SWCS) for investment approvals is operational in the state and the Bureau of Investment
Promotion (BIP) was set up to focus on investments above US$ 2.2 million.
Conducive policy
environment
Rajasthan is the 2nd largest* producer of crude oil in India, recording production of approximately 8.1 million
tonnes of oil per annum in FY17, which is nearly 23 per cent of the total domestic crude oil production in the
country.
One of the largest
producers of crude oil
Note: 2nd largest * – After Offshore production, E- Estimate
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VISION – 2022
Source: Confederation of Indian Industry
Human
development
Education
Agriculture
Economy Governance
Infrastructure
Community
To promote region wide economic
balance.
To develop efficient economic
infrastructure.
To promote SMEs and develop
special zones.
Minimum education & work
experience must for politicians.
To provide more freedom to
bureaucrats.
Fair & advanced taxation system.
Self-disciplined media.
To create network of canals.
To develop five international level
research labs.
To address soil fertility & reduce use
of fertilisers.
To achieve leadership in animal
husbandry & livestock businesses.
To develop good quality roads.
Proper traffic management
systems.
To develop & maintain special
economic and technological
infrastructure.
To develop appropriate water
policy.
To develop a coherent
social environment.
To execute poverty
elimination plans.
To increase interaction
within community.
Compulsory education up to 10th
standard.
To promote privatisation.
To support higher education &
research.
To provide computer literacy.
Poverty elimination & employment
opportunities for all.
A comprehensive Economic Inclusion
Policy to be developed.
A well defined healthcare system.
Utilise services & expertise of NGOs.
Vision 2022
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ADVANTAGE: RAJASTHAN
Rich labour pool and infrastructure support
Rajasthan has been investing in capacity building
through the development of a strong institutional
network at all levels. The state has renowned higher
education institutions in various disciplines,
producing thousands of skilled and proficient young
individuals every year.
The state is developing sector specific infrastructure,
such as special purpose industrial parks and special
economic zones (SEZs) for exports of
handicrafts, IT and electronic goods.
Policy and incentives
The state offers a wide range of fiscal and policy
incentives for businesses. The Government has
introduced sector-specific policies for tourism,
biotechnology, IT and ITeS industries.
Rajasthan has a favourable industrial relations
environment. In addition, the law & order situation in
the state ensures a good working environment.
Abundant mineral resources and
location advantage
Rajasthan offers a variety of unexploited agricultural
and mineral resources, which is indicative of the scope
for value addition and exports.
It borders six major states in the northern, western and
central parts of India. Rajasthan is a natural corridor
between the wealthy northern and the prosperous
western states, making it an important trade and
commerce centre.
Advantage
Rajasthan
High economic growth and stable political
environment
GSDP grew at a CAGR of 6.05% between 2011-12
and 2017-18E.
With a stable political environment, the government is
committed towards creating a progressive business
environment.
Source: GSDP: Gross State Domestic Product
Note: E - Estimate
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RAJASTHAN FACT FILE
Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2016-17, Census 2011
Rajasthan is the largest state, by area, in India, is situated in the
north-western part of the subcontinent. It is surrounded on the north
and north-east by Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh; on the east
and south-east by Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh and on the
south-west by Gujarat.
Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Alwar, Amber and
Chittorgarh are some of the key cities and towns in the state.
The most commonly spoken language of the state is Hindi. Marwari,
Jaipuri (Dhundhari), Mewari and Malvi are the other dialects popular
in the state. English is the medium of education in most schools.
Source: Maps of India
Parameters Rajasthan
Capital Jaipur
Geographical area (lakh sq. km) 342,239
Administrative districts (No) 33
Population density (persons per sq. km) 200
Total population (million) 68.6
Male population (million) 35.6
Female population (million) 33.0
Sex ratio (females per 1,000 males) 928
Literacy rate (%) 66.1
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RAJASTHAN IN FIGURES … (1/2)
Parameter Rajasthan All states Source
Economy 2017-18 2017-18
GSDP as a percentage of all states’ GSDP 5.05 100.0 “Advanced Estimates” provided by Directorate of
Economics and Statistics Rajasthan
GSDP growth rate (%) 10.67 6.75 “Advanced Estimates” provided by Directorate of
Economics and Statistics Rajasthan
Per capita GSDP (US$) 1,723 1,952 “Advanced Estimates” provided by Directorate of
Economics and Statistics Rajasthan
Physical Infrastructure
Installed power capacity (MW) 20,954.54 334,146.91 Central Electricity Authority, as of February 2018
Wireless subscribers (No) 65,808,382 1,167,435,645 Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of
December 2017
Internet subscribers (No) 21,680,000 429,240,000 Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of
September 2017
National highway length (km) 7,906 115,435 NHAI, Roads and Building Department-Government
of India
Airports (No) 6 125 Airports Authority of India-July 2017
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RAJASTHAN IN FIGURES … (2/2)
Source: PPP: Public-Private Partnership, SEZ: Special Economic Zone, SRS: Sample Registration System
Parameter Rajasthan All states Source
Social Indicators
Literacy rate (%) 66.1 73.0 Census, 2011
Birth rate (per 1,000 population) 25.6 21.6 SRS Bulletin
Investment
FDI equity inflows (US$ billion) 1.58 367.93 Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, April
2000 to December 2017
Industrial Infrastructure
PPP projects Completed & Operational (No) 138 1,531 DEA , Ministry of Finance, Government of India,
February 2018
Operational SEZs (No) 4 222 Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department of
Commerce, December 2017
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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – GSDP
Rajasthan’s GSDP at current prices (in US$ billion)
At current prices, Rajasthan’s GSDP* stood at US$ 129.79 billion in
2017-18, in comparison with US$ 86.06 billion in 2011-12.
Between 2011-12 and 2017-18, GSDP of Rajasthan grew at a
CAGR of 6.05%.
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CAGR 6.05%
GSDP per capita of Rajasthan at current prices (in US$)
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CAGR 4.61%
In 2017-18, Rajasthan’s per capita GSDP^ at current prices was US$
1,723 as compared to US$ 1,257 in 2011-12.
Per capita GSDP is estimated to have increased at a CAGR of
4.61% between 2011-12 and 2017-18.
Source: Central Statistics Office, GSDP* - Rajasthan Economic Review 2016-17, Per Capita GSDP^ - calculated using GSDP million US$/Population in million
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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – NSDP
Rajasthan’s NSDP at current prices (in US$ billion)
At current prices, net state domestic product (NSDP#) stood at US$
116.97 billion in 2017-18, in comparison with US$ 77.02 billion in
2011-12.
Between 2011-12 and 2017-18, NSDP registered growth at a
CAGR of 6.15%.
Source: Central Statistics Office, NSDP# - Rajasthan Economic Review 2016-17, per capita NSDP& - calculated using NSDP million US$/Population in million
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CAGR 6.15%
NSDP per capita of Rajasthan at current prices (in US$)
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CAGR 4.71%
In 2017-18, Rajasthan’s per capita NSDP& at current prices stood at
US$ 1,553 as compared to US$ 1,125 in 2011-12.
Per capita NSDP is estimated to have expanded at a CAGR of
4.71% between 2011-12 and 2017-18.
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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – PERCENTAGE
DISTRIBUTION OF GSDP
In 2017-18, the servicesµ sector contributed 47.41% to the state’s
GSDP at current prices, followed by industriesµ (27.83%) and
agricultureµ (24.76%).
The services sector expanded at a CAGR of 14.87% between 2011-
12 and 2017-18. The sector reported the fastest growth among the
three sectors.
At a CAGR of 8.15%, the industrial sector reported the second
fastest growth during 2011-12 to 2017-18.
GSVA composition by sector
28.24% 24.76%
29.84%
27.83%
41.92% 47.41%
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2011-12 2017-18
Agriculture Industry Services
8.46%
14.87%
8.15%
CAGR
Source: Central Statistics Office, Sector-wise %share of GSDPµ - Rajasthan Economic Review 2017-18
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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – AGRICULTURAL
PRODUCTION … (1/3)
The state has an agricultural economy with nine agro-climatic zones
and various types of soil that help during the cultivation of crops.
Foodgrain production in 2017-18 is expected to reach 22.58 million
tonnes. Production of cereals is expected to reach 1.91 million
tonnes, while that of pulses to 3.53 million tonnes. Cotton, which is
an important cash crop, is primarily grown in Ganganagar and
Hanumangarh districts. Production is estimated at 1.73 million bales
in 2017-18.
As per the state budget 2018-19, an estimated outlay of US$ 692.59
million was made for agriculture in the state. Irrigation and flood
control has been allocated US$ 405.87 million.
Some of the major schemes and programmes implemented by the
Department of Agriculture during 2017-18 were:
• Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet (GRAM)
• Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
• National Mission on Oilseed and Oil Palm (NMOOP)
• National Mission on Agriculture Extension & Technology
(NMAET)
• National Food Security Mission (NFSM)
• National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)
• Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY)
Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Rajasthan Budget 2018-19, State Agriculture Department
Crop Estimated annual production in 2017-18
(‘000 tonnes)
Rice 428.838
Wheat 10,821.328
Fruits 1,008.08
Vegetables 1,935.76
Flowers 4.02
Aromatic & medicinal 260.0
Spices 1,398.76
Honey 6.06
Agricultural production
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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – AGRICULTURAL
PRODUCTION… (2/3)
As per the press release of state budget 2017-18, various initiatives
planned to improve agriculture and water resources are as follows:
Agriculture & Allied Services:
• An amount of US$ 108.12 million has been allocated for weather
based crop insurance scheme.
• Provision of US$ 49.47 million for Rajasthan Agriculture
Competitive Project (EAP).
• Allocation of US$ 80.37 million for Rastriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
(RKVY).
• Provision of US$ 5.74 million for National Mission on Agriculture
Extension and Technology (Agricultural Extension).
• Allocation of US$ 24.48 million for National Food Security Mission
(Pulses).
Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Rajasthan Budget 2016-17
Crop Production in (million tonnes)
Cereals 19.052
Pulses 3.530
Oil Seeds 5.744
Sugar Cane .404
Cotton (lint) 1.728*
• For promoting investment in the agriculture sector, the
Government of Rajasthan signed 38 Memorandum of
Understanding (MOUs) worth US$ 672.30 million.
• In next 8 years, US$ 19.55 million will be spent for hydrological
information system.
• Implementation of Rajasthan Water Sector Livelihood
improvement project in 24 districts, at a cost of US$ 528.71
million.
• Provision of US$ 498.62 million for implementation of Rajasthan
Water Sector Restructuring Project in desert areas.
• The government has also allocated US$ 22.97 million for
implementing various AIBP projects in the state during 2016-17.
Advance estimate for agricultural production 2017-18
Note: *In lakh bales ( each bale of 170 kg)
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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – AGRICULTURAL
PRODUCTION… (3/3)
During 2016-17, the Government of Rajasthan announced plans to
provide US$ 15.13 million for establishing five agricultural
universities in the state. In state budget 2017-18 an allocation of US$
13.69 million was made for these universities.
TAFE, India’s second largest tractor manufacturer, is planning to
invest US$ 148.18 million for setting up of an advanced agri-
research centre in the state, to enhance farm productivity.
In February 2018, NABARD unveiled a US$ 28.42 billion credit plan
for priority sector lending in 2018-19, which is 23 per cent higher
than the preceding year. Out of the total, US$ 19.89 billion was for
agriculture sector.
In the last 4 years (2014 onwards) the government has spent US$
1.49 billion on agriculture sector. Also, a world class agro tourism
centre is currently under development in Mount Abu.
Source: State Budget 2015-16, Ministry of Agriculture & Cooperation
In May 2017, the state government awarded the US$ 100.10 million
to the Hindustan Construction Company and HPCL Shapoorji Energy
Pvt. Ltd. (HSEPL), for the construction of Pawan Gravity Dam
project. The project is expected to provide irrigation benefits to 313
villages, and cater the drinking water demand of 820 villages.
Allocation 7.9
Release 6.69
Allocation and release of funds (in US$ million) - National
Horticulture Mission (2016-17)
Funds Released under Mission for Integrated Development of
Horticulture (MIDH) (US$ million)
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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – FDI INFLOWS &
INVESTMENTS
According to the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion
(DIPP), FDI inflows, from April 2000 to December 2017, stood at
US$ 1.576 billion.
The electricity and manufacturing sector accounted for majority of
investments made in the state.
In the Union budget 2017, the government has allocated funds for
setting up two crude oil storages in Chandikhol, Odisha and Bikaner,
Rajasthan.
FDI equity inflows, 2008-09 to 2016-17 (US$ million)
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Note: 1From April to December 2017
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BUDGET 2018-19
Source: Rajasthan Budget 2017-18
2018-19 Percentage of total
Agriculture & other services 1,041.84 6.25%
Rural development 2,235.56 13.42%
Special area program 45.31 0.27%
Irrigation & flood control 482.94 2.90%
Power 4,178.78 25.08%
Industry & minerals 177.36 1.06%
Transportation 1,019.75 6.12%
Scientific services 5.51 0.03%
Social and Community Services 6,817.3 40.92%
Economic services 229.66 1.38%
General services 427.28 2.57%
The total budget estimated for the year 2018-19 is US$ 32.79 billion.
Annual Budget (estimates in US$ million)
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (1/5)
Source: NHAI (National Highways Authority of India, Statistics Rajasthan Government, Rajasthan Economic Survey 2016-17
As of July 2017, Rajasthan had 7,906 km of national highways.
The total road length in Rajasthan is around 226,853.86 km. As of
2016-2017, the road density of the state was 66.29 km per 100 sq.
km.
Under various schemes, such as the Missing Link Project, Pradhan
Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) & Central Road Fund, new
roads are being constructed to link villages across the state.
Under various programmes & projects in the state such as National
Bank for Agriculture & Rural Development (NABARD), Rajasthan
Road Sector Modernisation Projects (RRSMP), Pradhan Mantri
Gram Sadak Yojna (PMGSY), etc, a total of 4,262 km of black top
roads were constructed in Rajasthan as of December 2015.
The work on 2-laning of NH-148D of length 29.29 km has been
completed while work on 33 km length is under process.
In March 2017, Sadbhav Infra secured a 6-lane Udaipur bypass
road project under the NHDP phase V, in the state of Rajasthan.
The bid project cost stood at around US$132.53 million.
As of December 2017, the number of registered motor vehicles in
the state stood at 15.93 million, witnessing an increase of 6.91% in
comparison with the previous year.
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (2/5)
Source: Rajasthan Economic Survey 2016-17. Rajasthan Budget 2017-18
Under road infrastructure, work on 13 projects of 132 KV GSS and 2
projects of 220KV GSS, to be constructed under PPP, is under
process.
Districts of Dholpur and Alwar are to be included under OPRC
system.
As per Budget 2018-19, a provision of US$ 118.32 million has been
made by the state government for construction of rural roads under
Gramin Gaurav Path and Missing Link schemes.
An allocation of US$ 250.54 million has also been made under
phase 3 of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana for the construction
of 3,464 km roads.
In May 2017, the Asian Development Bank decided to provide an
investment of US$ 500 million for improving the connectivity and
transport efficiency of state highways in Rajasthan.
Road type Road length (km)
as of July 2017
National highways 7,906
State highways 15,437.85*
Major district roads 8,462.10*
Other district roads 31,431.17*
Village roads 163,320.54*
Total 22,853.86*
Source: Statistics Rajasthan Government
Note: *As of March 2017
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (3/5)
New works expected to be undertaken in 2018-19 Budget –
• Construction work of Grameen Gaurav Path and Missing Link will be taken up in 1,277 villages in the forthcoming year.
• An amount of US$ 2.38 million has been allocated for construction of Sarola bypass in Jhalawar district.
• Allocation of US$ 123.57 million has been made for renewal and upgradation of 5,000 km of village roads under RIDF-24.
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (4/5)
Source: Government of Rajasthan Economic Review 2017-18
In 2016-17, 2,648 km of BT roads have been constructed under NABARD RIDF XVIII/XIX, Pradhan Mantri
Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), Rajasthan Road Sector Modernisation Project (RRSMP) and Rural Roads
Under PMGSY, 626 habitations, with 250 and above population, have been connected through 2,106 km
long BT roads.
Under NABARD RIDF XVIII/XIX and RRSMP, 48 villages with 250-499 inhabitants are now connected by BT
roads.
Under Gramin Gaurav Path (GGP) Phase – II, construction work of 1,778 km GGP (CC road) in 1,729
PHQ’s was completed with expenditure of US$ 106.27 million.
As of November 2017, sixteen works of 2, 4 and 6 lane have been completed at a cost of US$ 1,398.3
million.
Five works of 2,4 and 6 lanes worth US$ 719.52 million are under progress, as of November 2017.
Ten works of 2,4 and 6 lanes have been sanctioned at a cost of US$ 1,919.48 million.
Construction of two Railway Under Bridges (RUBs) and strengthening, widening and renewal of 134.35 km
of roads in Sikar, Jaipur, Hanumangarh, Jhalawar, Ajmer, Bundi and Bhilwara districts have been sanctioned
up to December, 2017.
Four lane work of Jaipur-Reengus-Sikar NH-11 of Rs 687.51 crore (US$ 102.48) having length 99.99 km is
completed.
Road development
achievements
(2017-18, Upto
December 2017)
National Highway
Authority of India (NHAI)
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (5/5)
Two-lane work of State Border Fatehpur-Salasar NH-65 of Rs 530.07 crore (US$ 79 million) having length of
154.14 km is under progress and work of 72.20 km has been completed.
Two-lane work of Bhim-Parasoli NH-148D of Rs 80.36 crore (US$ 11.98) having length of 33 km is under
progress and work of 29.29 km has been completed.
Two-lane work of Ladnun–Degana–Merta city NH-458 of Rs 273.78 crore (US$ 40.81 million) having length
of 139.90 km is under progress and work of 124 km has been completed.
Bhilwara–Ladpura NH-758 two lane work of length 67.75 km worth US$ 52.68 million is in progress.
Construction work on 64.72 km road was finished.
All villages having a population of 250 persons and above would be connected through roads.
Highways and district roads would be strengthened and renovated. Works on missing link roads to connect
villages would be undertaken on a priority basis.
Damaged roads would be repaired on a priority basis by preparing a time bound programme. Road facilities
would be extended to places of religious and tourist importance.
Inter-state connectivity with neighbouring states would be developed.
Efforts are underway to construct flyovers, road over bridges and underpasses on a BOT basis on railway
crossings across national highways, state highways and district roads.
National Highway
Authority of India (NHAI)
12th Five-Year Plan
Source: Government of Rajasthan Economic Review 2016-17
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – RAILWAYS
As of March, 2017, Rajasthan has a total railway network spanning
5,894 km, of which 4,868.06 km was covered under broad gauge,
915.56 km under meter gauge and 86.76 km under narrow gauge.
As per budget 2018-19, the state government allocated an amount of
US$ 30.89 million for the phase-I-B of metro rail project in the state.
In February 2017, the state government approved the laying of a
58.5 km railway track to between Hamira & Sonu. The estimated
cost of the project is around US$ 38.97 million.
The Government of Rajasthan has undertaken the development of a
Metro Rail Urban Transport Project in Jaipur.
• Phase-1-A (Mansarovar to Chandpole – 12.1 km): In 2010, JMRC
entered into an agreement with DMRC for Phase-1-A
development on deposit work basis, encompassing 9.7 km. Work
of Phase 1A has been completed.
• Phase-1-B (Chandpole to Badi Chaupar): Comprises
underground metro for 2.44 km and 2 stations. Construction work
of the 2 stations is under progress.
• Phase II (Ambabari to Sitapura – 23.1 km): Phase II is proposed
to be developed on a PPP model
Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan, 2014-15, State Budget 2016-17
Source: Maps of India
Project Year of sanction Length (km)
Ajmer-Sawai Madhopur 2015-16 165
Ajmer-Kota (Nasirabad-
Jalindri) 2013-14 145
Railway projects
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – AIRPORTS … (1/2)
According to the 2018-19 Budget, the state government will
undertake development of emergency landing strips on selected
highways/ mega highways.
The state has a fully operational international airport at Jaipur, with
flights to Dubai, Sharjah, Bangkok and Singapore. In December
2017, Jaipur airport handled 455,512 passengers, 2,997 tonnes of
freight and recorded 3,982 aircraft movements.
Domestic airports are located at Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer and
Kota. The Airports Authority of India plans to operate civil airports in
Jaisalmer and Bikaner.
AAI further plans to open an airport at Sawai Madhopur. An air cargo
complex at Jaipur, and Inland Container Depots (ICDs) at Jaipur,
Jodhpur, Bhilwara and Bhiwadi facilitate trade within and outside
India.
In April 2017, the state government entered into an agreement with
Shri Vallabh Pitte (SVP) Group to setup an aircraft maintenance,
repairing and overhaul (MRO) facility in Jhalawar with investment of
US$297.48 million. The facility is expected to create about 2,000 new
job opportunities
The airport at Jaipur has received the first rank among global airports
in the Best Airport in the World in 2 to 5 million passenger category
of Airport Service Quality (ASQ) awards by Airports Council
International (ACI) for the year 2017.
Source: Airports Authority of India
Airport Name of work Status (%)
Jaipur
Runway Extension,
maintenance of existing runway
and drainage & installation of
CAT lB ILS
90%
Kishangarh Airport Development 71%
Domestic airport
International airport
Airport Projects
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – AIRPORTS … (2/2)
Source: Airports Authority of India, 1As of January 2018
Airport indicators in Rajasthan
Airport 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-181
Jaipur 1,981,951 2,197,959 2,887,195 3,783,458 3,890,756
Udaipur 435,197 457,841 711,187 1,089,899 915,098
Jodhpur 303,678 295,863 301,859 350,583 377,983
Airport 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-181
Jaipur 19,808 19,852 24,034 32,340 35,030
Udaipur 5,636 5,647 7,462 9,084 7,866
Jodhpur 2,988 3,058 2,976 3,732 4,745
Airport 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-181
Jaipur 6,705 3,259 9,370 16,126 13,223
Udaipur 0 35 54 26 12
Jodhpur 19 12 13 8 9
No. of passengers
Aircraft movement
Freight (in tonnes)
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – POWER … (1/2)
As of February 2018, Rajasthan had a total installed power
generation capacity of 20,954.54 MW. This comprised of 7,565.61
MW under state owned projects, 2,984.10 MW under central sector
projects and 10,404.83 MW under private sector projects.
In December 2016, Hindustan Zinc Ltd. announced an investment of
US$ 100 million in a 15 MW solar energy project, of which a 10 MW
solar power project will be installed at Zinc Smelter Debari and the
remaining 5 MW solar power project will be installed at Rajpura
Dariba mine of Hindustan Zinc.
In January 2017, National Thermal Power Corporation Ltd.
announced its plans to take over Rajasthan’s 1000 MW Chhabra
power plant, followed by 2 plants of 660 MW each.
Solar energy has lit up 26 remote villages in Udaipur district in
Rajasthan. The villages are lit up through this renewable energy as it
is not connected to the electrical grid. Until now in 91 villages, 6200
houses in Bara, Udaipur & Barmer districts have been lit up under
this scheme
In May 2017, Hindustan Construction Company, along with its joint
venture partner HSEPL, won a US$ 100.10 million contract from the
state government for the construction of Parwan Gravity Dam.
In the Bhadla village of Rajasthan, a solar power plant has been set
up which currently has a capacity of 480 MW and once it is fully
operational, it will have a total capacity of 2,255 MW which will be
enough for Rajasthan total demand of power.
Source: Central Electricity Authority
Installed power capacity (MW)
6,4
26
.20
7,7
68
.50
8,9
75
.10
10
,16
0.8
0
12
,15
5.6
0
14
,12
4.4
0
16
,22
8.6
9
17
,91
4.0
8
19
,77
6.3
2
20
,95
4.5
4
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
200
8-0
9
200
9-1
0
201
0-1
1
201
1-1
2
201
2-1
3
201
3-1
4
201
4-1
5
201
5-1
6
201
6-1
7
201
7-1
81
Note: 2017-181 - As of February 2018
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Voltage/Year. 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18*
765 KV - - - 425.5 425.5 425.5 425.5
400 KV 2904.79 3019 3516.35 3616.35 3966.65 4275.33 4853.45
220 KV 11143.09 11805.46 12315.83 13291.95 13804.23 14500.47 14823.33
132 KV 14315.41 14781 15154.24 15599.17 16181.09 16771.05 16911.9
Total 28363.29 29605.46 30986.42 32932.97 34377.47 35972.35 37014.18
PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – POWER … (2/2)
As per the Budget 2018-19, the total estimated expenditure for power sector in the state stood at US$ 4.17 billion.
Investment of US$ 4.58 billion is planned to be done by Cairn India, a Vedanta group company, in Rajasthan Mangala gas fields & Raageshwari
Deep Gas (RDG) project, so as to add 1,00,000 barrels per day of oil production capacity, by 2017.
In April 2017, Vikram Solar, the country’s leading PV EPC and module manufacturer commissioned a 130MW PV power plant for the National
Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) in Bhadla, Rajasthan.
Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2017-18, State Budget 2018-19, MVA - Mega Volt Ampere, (1) Upto December, 2017
Volt 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-181
765 KV -- -- -- -- 2/6,000 2/6,000 2/7500 2/7500
400 KV 9/4,845 9/4,845 9/5,475 9/6,420 9/7,235 9/7,235 13/9125 15/12125
220 KV 74/15,255 80/18,425 86/19,815 93/22,105 101/24,075 106/25,585 118/27805 119/28185
132 KV 310/18,193.5 329/21,202.5 348/23,222 360/24,724 370/26,068.5 384/27,508.5 412/29482.5 416/30183
New sub-stations and capacity in No/MVA (during 2010-11 and 2017-18)
Transmission network in the state ( in Ckt. Km)
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – TELECOM
According to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI),
Rajasthan had nearly 0.61 million wire-line subscribers as of
December 2017.
As of September 2017, Rajasthan had 21,680,000 internet
subscribers. The state recorded a tele-density of 88.89% as of
December 2017.
By the end of December 2017, 28,093,807 subscribers had
submitted request for mobile number portability in Rajasthan.
Wireless subscribers 65,808,382
Wireline subscribers 616,090
Internet subscribers(1)
21,680,000(1)
Major telecom operators in Rajasthan
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
Bharti Airtel
Tata Teleservices
Reliance Communications
Vodafone Essar
Aircel Limited
IDEA Cellular Services
Source: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, (1) As of September 2017
Telecom Infrastructure (As of December 2017)
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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: URBAN
INFRASTRUCTURE … (1/3)
Rajasthan Urban Infrastructure Development Project (RUIDP) was undertaken by the Government of Rajasthan (GoR) with the financial
assistance of Asian Development Bank (ADB), in order to provide quality infrastructural facilities in 6 divisional headquarters of Rajasthan, which
was later on further extended to 15 more towns (RUIDP Phase-II RUS$IP).
RUIDP Phase- I : Under this program 6 divisional headquarter cities of Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota & Udaipur were included. The major
focus areas were - water supply, waste water management, solid waste management, maintenance of the roads, construction of ROBs/flyovers,
drainage, slum improvement, firefighting, heritage preservation & medical & health. The total project cost was around US$ 362 million. In addition,
Asian Development Bank contributed around US$ 250 million, and the remaining sum was sanctioned by the State Government. With the
inclusion of Jaipur and Bisalpur water supply scheme, the cost of the project was increased. The project was successfully completed and the
completed loan amount reimbursed.
RUIDP Phase- II : After the success of RUIDP-phase-I, Rajasthan Urban Sector Development & Investment Programme (RUS$IP), ADB
approved financing the phase-II in 3 tranches. The chief objective of the project was to develop the living conditions & urban environment,
enhance social & economic development of 15 urban centres of Rajasthan, namely Alwar, Baran, Barmer, Bharatpur, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Churu,
Dholpur, Jaisalmer, Jhalawar, Karauli, Nagaur, Raj Samand, Sawai Madhapur & Sikar. The project was successfully completed.
The state has undertaken Rajasthan State Highway Investment Programme with external aid from ADB. The project will be completed between
November 2017 and March 2022 at a total cost of Rs 2,452.36 crore (US$ 378.8 million).
Internal and Extra Budgetary Resources (IEBR) of US$ 467.36 million was allocated to the state, including:
• US$ 61.1 million for the Rajasthan Housing Board;
• US$ 129.85 million for Jaipur Development Authority; and
• For the remaining urban local bodies, an amount of US$ 276.4 million would be provided
Source: Rajasthan Urban Infrastructure Development Project, Government of Rajasthan; Rajasthan Budget 2016-17
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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: URBAN
INFRASTRUCTURE … (2/3)
*Phase-III (Newly approved Project) – with loan assistance from ADB, Government of Rajasthan (GoR) approved the RUS$P - RUIDP Phase III.
This program will complement the past and ongoing efforts of GoR in order to improve water supply, sewerage, sanitation to the residents of the
selected cities in Rajasthan. The total cost of the project has been estimated to be US$ 567.19 million.
The water management works in Banswara and Mount Abu and remaining sewerage works in Bikaner city fall under program loan component.
Community awareness and participation consultants (CAPC) will also be engaged to promote community awareness and participation programs.
As per Budget 2016-17, the government proposed an allocation of US$ 5.65 million for the upliftment of National Urban Livelihood Mission in the
state. An announcement for the expansion of Wi-Fi facility across selected public areas of Rajasthan was also made by the state government.
Further, US$ 23.95 million has been allocated to HUDCO as a payment of instalment for Police Housing, Moreover, for Rajasthan Transport
Infrastructure Development Fund, an allocation of US$ 23.67 million has been made.
In January 2018, Mr Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, presided over a function for commencement of work on Barmer refinery. The refinery
is going to be a 9 MMTPA refinery cum petrochemical complex which will be built with an investment of Rs 43,000 crore (US$ 6.64 billion).
State government has given an innovative project for designing and developing the nation's very first '3D City' model for the city of Jaipur, valued
at Rs 180 Crore (US$ 27.80 million) to Aurionpro Solutions. With this pioneering project, Rajasthan will be the first state in the country to launch
the 3D model in a geographic information system (GIS) environment. This 3D system, pegged to be a part of a unified state-wide GIS enabled
decision support system, will provide the city administration with a holistic view for all concerned city development departments to work in unison.
This Smart City project covering 3,000 Sq. Km. of Jaipur region is spread around 3 census towns namely Jaipur, Bagru & Chomu.
Source: JNNURM, Ministry of Urban Development, Rajasthan Budget 2016-17
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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: URBAN
INFRASTRUCTURE … (3/3)
The Government allocated an amount of US$ 48.13 million for National Urban Health Mission in the state.
The Department of Local Self Government is implementing some programmes.
Urban Infrastructure Development Scheme for Small & Medium Towns (UIDSSMT): This scheme was launched to provide basic infrastructure
services to the urban poor in small and medium towns. Rajasthan Urban Infrastructure Finance Development Corporation Ltd (RUIFDCO) has
been identified as the nodal agency for implementing this scheme.
Integrated Housing & Slum Development Programme (IHSDP): The basic objective of this scheme is to provide adequate shelter and basic
infrastructure facilities to slum dwellers across identified urban areas.
Sewerage projects: The state government has sanctioned seven sewerage projects of casting worth US$ 87 million at Fatehpur Shekhawati,
Deedwana, Balotra, Ganganagar, Nathdwara, Makarana and Banswara; work on six towns has been allotted. However, the state government
allocated US$ 11.15 million for the development of ongoing sewerage projects across 7 towns of the state.
For the flow of smooth traffic in the state, the government would undertake the following steps:
• Construction of RoB at Bassi Tunga Road.
• Widening of the three bridges as well as RoB of Jhotwara.
• Construction of two pedestrian under passes.
• Work on construction of 8-lane road from RoB of Jagatpura to Goner Road.
• Construction of an elevated road from Bhawani Singh Road to Sodala
Source: Rajasthan Budget 2016-17. JNNURM, Ministry of Urban Development
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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: PUBLIC-PRIVATE
PARTNERSHIP (PPP) PROJECTS … (1/2)
Source: Ministry of Finance, Government of India
Sector Projects completed Projects under implementation Projects under planning or in pipeline
No US$ million No US$ million No US$ million
Roads (SH & NH) 50 558.33 11 769.82 132 3,723.46
Urban infrastructure 21 22.57 9 117.4 7 1,890
Power 1 829.46 4 147.5 3 119.77
Water 1 7.63 - - 2 282.02
IT 1 8.96 - - - -
Social 47 61.79 20 30.64 1 1.66
Any other 11 21.05 5 12.28 1 6.97
Total 132 1,509.79 49 1,077.64 146 6,023.88
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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: PUBLIC-PRIVATE
PARTNERSHIP (PPP) PROJECTS … (2/2)
Source: Ministry of Finance, Government of India, BOT: Build-Operate-Transfer, DBFOT: Design, Build, Finance, Operate, Transfer; BOOM- Build, Own, Operate and Maintain
Project name Sector Type of PPP Project Cost
(US$ million) Stage
Road Upgradation (Udaipur-Rajasthan/Gujarat
Border) Project (BOT) Transport 192.17 Under Construction
Development of two lane road of Beawer- Gomti
section of NH 8 (DBFOT) Transport 214.24 Under Construction
Six laning from 90.0 km to 214.9 km of Kishangarh-
Udaipur-Ahmedabad section under NHDP Phase-V (DBFOT) Toll Transport 191.51 Under Construction
Road Upgradation (Chittorgarh-Neemach-Nimbahera-
Pratapgarh) Project (DBFOT) Transport 79.34 Under construction
Road Upgradation (Bikaner-Suratgarh) Project (DBFOT) Transport 77.77 Under construction
Upgradation of Salasar-Nagaur section of NH-65
under NHDP-IV Hybrid Annuity Transport 101.02 Pre-construction Stage
Road Upgradation (Bar-Bilara-Jodhpur) Project (BOT) Transport 1.39 Completed
Construction of Bharatpur Bye-Pass Road (BOT) Transport 2.05 Operation and
maintenance stage
Cold Storage Project (Sikar) Lease Social and commercial
infrastructure 0.79
Operation and
maintenance stage
Road Upgradation (Rawatsar-Nohar-Bhadra) Project (DBFOT) Transport 45.25 Operation and
maintenance stage
Cold Storage Project (Bhawanimandi) Lease Social and commercial
infrastructure 1.08
Operation and
maintenance stage
Beawar-Pali-Pindwara NH-14 Road Project (DBFOT) Toll Transport 370.65 Operation and
maintenance stage
Details of key public-private partnership projects as of February 2018:
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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: SEZs … (1/2)
Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry
SEZs with Formal Approval (As of December 2017)
Company name or developer Location Primary industry Area in Hectares
Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur) Limited Kalwara Village, District
Jaipur IT/ITeS 150.28
Somani Worsted Limited Khushkera Industrial Area, Bhiwadi Electronics hardware and software/ ITeS 20
Mansarovar Industrial Development
Corporation Kaparda, Jodhpur IT/ITeS 10
GENPACT INDIA Jaipur Electronic hardware and software
including IT/ITeS 10
RNB Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. Bikaner Textile sector 103.41
Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur) Limited Kalwara village, District Jaipur Handicrafts 165.21
Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur)Limited Jaipur, Rajasthan Engineering and related industries 104.35
Mahindra World City (Jaipur)
Limited Village Kalwara, District Jaipur Gems and jewellery 10.13
Mahindra World City (Jaipur)
Limited Village Kalwara, District Jaipur IT/ITeS 33.25
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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: SEZs … (2/2)
Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Company name or developer Location Primary industry Area in Hectares
Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur) Limited Kalwara Village, District
Jaipur IT/ITeS 150.28
Somani Worsted Limited Khushkera Industrial Area, Bhiwadi Electronics hardware and software/ ITeS 20
RNB Infrastructure Private Limited Bikaner Textiles 103.39
Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur) Limited Kalwara and Bhambhoriya villages,
District Jaipur Engineering and related industries 103.17
Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur) Limited Kalwara village, District Jaipur Handicraft 165.21
GENPACT Infrastructure (Jaipur)
Pvt. Ltd Village Jamdoli, Tehsil Jaipur IT/ITeS 10.11
M/s. Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur)
Limited Village Bhambhoriya, District Jaipur Gems and jewellery 10.13
M/s. Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur)
Limited Jaipur IT/ITeS 56.91
Company name or developer Location Primary industry Area in Hectares
Arihant Infratech (India) Pvt. Ltd. Udaipur District, Building materials 220
Notified SEZs (As of December 2017)
SEZ with in-principle approval (As of December 2017)
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SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Human Resource and Social Development
• Two years of child care leave will be available to women government employees
• Bus travel has been made free for all citizens above 80 years of age
• The state government is going to allow a one-time waiver of Rs 50,000 (US$ 772.32) for small and marginal farmers in the state
• Two thousand girls who score 85 per cent in Class 12 examinations will be provided scooties
• New training programmes will be started for women in 14 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)
As per the State Budget 2018-19, the government allocated US$ 6.82 billion to the state under the social and community services.
Initiatives under Rajasthan Budget 2018-19:
Source: News articles, State Budget 2018-19
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SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – EDUCATION … (1/2)
The state has a literacy rate of 66.1%; the male literacy rate is 80.5%
and the female literacy rate is 52.7%.
The state’s school infrastructure consists of primary (40,184), upper
primary (37,034) and secondary/sr. secondary (28,243).
In total, the state had 1,729 colleges including 118 engineering
colleges and 67 MBA colleges, that are functional.
As of 2016-17, there were 223 government sanctioned industrial
training institutes (ITIs) with a total sanction of 72,979 and 1,653
private ITIs providing training on 296,528 seating capacity.
Moreover, for various ITI schemes in the state, US$ 4.4 million was
spent during 2016-171.
The state has around 197 polytechnics with an intake capacity of
50,585 students.
The state has 200 functional Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidhalayas
(KGBV) established for promoting girls education in the state,
wherein education is being imparted to 19,578 girls.
In June 2017, the state government decided to award cash prize to
meritorious girl students with an aim to promote women education.
The award will be open for girl students of classes VIII, X and XII of
Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE).
There are 10 Mewat Balika Awasiya Vidhalayas imparting education
to 428 girls in the state.
Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2017-18
Schools (No)
Primary: 40,184
Upper primary: 37,034
Secondary/senior secondary: 28,243
Colleges (No) 1,729
ITIs (No) Government sanctioned: 223
Private sector: 1,653
Functional engineering
colleges 118
Functional MBA
institutions 67
During 2016-171, under Rajasthan Minority Financial and
Development Co-operative Corporation (RMFDCC), loan of US$
1.82 million was sanctioned to around 1,351 beneficiaries in the
state.
Rajasthan’s education statistics (2016-17)
1Note: Upto December 2016
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SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – EDUCATION … (2/2)
Education –
• A total allocation of US$ 5.13 billion for general education.
• 1,832 schools of various categories will be upgraded by the state government in 2018-19.
• Also, the state government will undertake the task of establishing 5,863 schools in Gram Panchayats.
• Allocation of US$ 55.61 million has been made for development of 3,379 classrooms and toilets in 1,163 ‘Adarsh Schools’ in the state.
• Recruitment of nearly 77,100 teaching staff will be undertaken for remote and rural areas.
Higher and Technical Education -
• The state government will provide free Wi-Fi facility in government colleges in the state.
Medical Education -
• A new medical college will be set up by the state government in Dholpur district of the state.
• Two new examination hall’s will be set up in SMS hospital with an investment of Rs 7.9 crore (US$ 1.22 million)
• With investments of Rs 6 crore (US$ 0.93 million) each, three new cath labs will be set up in the state, one each in Medical College, Bikaner;
SMS Hospital and Medical College, Ajmer.
Source: Rajasthan Budget 2018-19
According to Rajasthan Budget 2018-19 –
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SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – HEALTH … (1/2)
Rajasthan has a 3-tier health infrastructure comprising primary
health centres, health units, community health centres & sub-centres
A number of initiatives such as the Chief Minister’s ‘Jeevan Raksha
Scheme’ & the World Bank-assisted Rajasthan Health System
Development Project have been taken up to improve healthcare
facilities in the state.
As per Budget 2018-19, 28 new primary health centres will be set up
and 16 primary healthcare centres will be upgraded to community
health centres.
A total of 987 AYUSH doctors & 394 nursing staff were active under
NHM (National Health Mission), during 2016-17.
Community health centres 628
Primary health centres 2,814
Sub-centres 14,493
Sub District Hospitals 349
District hospitals 36
Population served per hospital bed 1,451
Birth rate1
24.3
Death rate1
6.1
Infant mortality rate2
41
Male (2006-10) 64.7
Female (2006-10) 68.3
Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2015-16, Sample Registration System (SRS), 1Per thousand persons
Health indicators (2016-17)
Life expectancy at birth (year)
Health infrastructure (as of March 2018)
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SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – HEALTH … (2/2)
As per budget 2018-19, US$ 1,207.37 million was allocated to the medical and health sectors (including Ayurved).
An allocation of US$ 95.4 million has been made in State Budget 2018-19 for a new medical college in the state.
Allocation of US$ 254.87 million has been made for National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in state budget 2018-19.
Allocation of US$ 136.39 million has been made for Family Welfare Department in state budget 2018-19.
Allocation of US$ 18.77 million has been made for National Urban Health Mission in state budget 2018-19.
Allocation of US$ 15.29 million has been made for Dhanvantari Ambulance Service Scheme in state budget 2018-19.
Source: Rajasthan Budget 2018-19
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CULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
The government allocated US$ 14.78 million for the development of
arts and culture in the state.
Youth and Sports
• Allocation of US$10.86 million for sports and youth welfare.
• An amount of US$ 5.14 million has been allocated for
conservation and upkeep of 19 monuments
Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur
House of Museums: Showcases ethnic art pieces displaying
Rajasthani folk culture.
House of Theatres: Plays with high literary value are staged here.
Library: Has books and magazines, along with a record of the
forthcoming and past cultural events and exhibitions.
Arts Gallery: Displays arts and crafts created by well-known artists.
Studio: Exhibits paintings and sculptures by well-known artists.
Hostel: Residential facilities.
Cricket, polo and aero-sports, such as parasailing, paragliding, are
the popular sports in Rajasthan. The state has various district
associations operating under the purview of the Rajasthan Cricket
Association. Most important stadiums of the state include Sawai
Mansingh Stadium, Chaugan Stadium, Pratap Stadium, Mansarovar
Stadium (Jaipur). Golf is another popular sport in the state; water
sports is an upcoming area. Rajasthan offers various adventure
activities, including camel safari, horse safari, jeep safari and
elephant safari.
Key cultural centres in Rajasthan include Jawahar Kala Kendra and
Radha Krishan Cultural and Convention Centre in Jaipur, Bharatiya
Lok Kala Mandal and Meera Kala Mandir in Udaipur, and Desert
Cultural Centre in Jaisalmer.
Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2015-16, State Budget 2018-19
According to Rajasthan Budget 2018-19 –
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In January 2016, Jaipur and Udaipur were selected to be developed
under the Phase I of Smart City challenge.
The state of Rajasthan has proposed a total investment of US$
986.41 million to develop Ajmer, Jaipur, Kota and Udaipur as smart
cities over the next five years.
The state government has also setup an 11-member SPV for Jaipur
and a 13-member body for Udaipur. These vehicles will approve,
sanction and execute the projects besides mobilising resources from
various sources to ensure timely and efficient execution of plans.
In June 2016, Rajasthan Chief Minister dedicated a number of
projects for Jaipur smart city including a rooftop solar power plant, 14
traditional step wells, parking and real-time Public Information
System in Bus-Q-Shelter.
During September 2016, cities of Kota and Ajmer were chosen to be
developed under the smart city program, in the third round of
selection.
SMART CITIES
Source: Aranca Research, News articles
Cities Population Literacy Rate
Ajmer 2,583,052 69.33%
Udaipur 3,068,420 61.82%
Kota 1,951,014 76.56%
Jaipur 6,626,178 75.51%
Kota
Udaipur
Ajmer
Jaipur
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KEY INDUSTRIES … (1/2)
Bureau of Investment Promotion (BIP) and Rajasthan Industrial
Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO) are responsible
for promoting investments and developing industrial infrastructure in
the state. The Government of Rajasthan is promoting the
development of several SEZs across the state for sectors such as
gems and jewellery, handicrafts, IT, electronics, automotive/auto
components and textiles.
Rajasthan is endowed with two critical resources that are essential
for solar power production: high level of solar radiation per square
inch and large amounts of contiguous, relatively flat, undeveloped
land. The natural resources, policy incentives, strategic location and
infrastructure in the state are favourably suited for investments in
sectors such as cement, IT and ITeS, ceramics, tourism, automotive
and agro-based industries.
According to state budget 2018-19, the Government of Rajasthan
allocated US$ 177.36 million for the industry and minerals sector.
Industries
• Provision of US$ 72.8 million for Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor
• Allocation of US$ 57.81 million for Rajasthan Refinery Ltd
• US$ 0.75 million allocated for Khadi and Village industries
• Online portal of RIPs* will be implemented in every district of the
state
• RIICO will increase the land bank to 10,000 hectare for the
industries with GIS provision.
Source: Rajasthan Budget 2016-17, RIPs*: Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme
Key industries in Rajasthan
Cement
Auto and auto components
Tourism
Textile
IT and ITeS
Agro-based industry
Ceramics
Gems and jewellery
Mining & minerals
Marble
Handicraft
Steel
Ceramics
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Japan has decided to offer a grant worth US$ 75,000 for construction
of a vocational training centre for women and youth in the state’s
Baran district. The grant is expected to improve the lives of people in
the project area, and further strengthen the friendly relationship and
cooperation between Japan and India
In May 2017, Kai Group, a Japan-based kitchen equipment and
personal care company, decided to invest US$ 26.03 million in India
over the next three years. The company has set up a plant in
Neemrana worth US$ 11.15 million.
Rajasthan government is aiming to increase exports three-fold by
2022 from US$ 6.86 billion in 2016.
As of November 2017, Vedanta Ltd. is going to invest US$ 850
million to raise oil and gas production from oilfields in Rajasthan.
Havells India is planning to set up a new facility in Rajasthan to
manufacture consumer durables such as air conditioners,
refrigerators, TV and washing machine, etc.
Year Number Proposed Investments
(US$ million)
2008 103 3,399.02
2009 88 2,089.33
2010 125 4,609.85
2011 166 3,645.66
2012 163 2,827.68
2013 151 5,735.46
2014 78 1,138.49
2015 76 1,070.04
2016 97 871.21
20171 99 1,120.17
2018* 7 76.15
Source: Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, State Budget 2016-17, IEM: Industrial Entrepreneurs Memorandum,
Note: *Up to January 2018
Investment intentions in terms of IEMs Filed, LOIs/DILs issued
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Rajasthan has huge reserves of cement-grade and Steel-Melting-
Shop (SMS) grade limestone. SMS-grade limestone from Jaisalmer
is supplied to various steel plants in the country.
Rajasthan has 24 major cement plants, having a total capacity of 55
million tonnes per annum (MTPA). It is the largest cement-producing
state in India.
The state has about 17% share in cement grade limestone reserves
of India.
Rajasthan is host to all major cement producers in the country, with
significant presence across the state.
Given the availability of huge cement grade limestone reserves,
more than 10 cement plants would be installed in the state in near
future, particularly in Chittorgarh, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, Nagaur and
Pali.
In September 2016, Emami Cement bagged limestone-mining lease
for Nagaur 3B1b, Deh block in Rajasthan at a cost of US$ 4.5 per
tonne. The block has an estimated reserve of 168Mt.
As of 2017, Wonder Cements is looking to establish a cement plant
in Dhar district of Rajasthan.
Ultratech Cement is going to set up a 3.5 MTPA greenfield integrated
cement plant in Rajasthan with an investment of US$ 287.76 million.
Key players
ACC Limited
Ambuja Cement Limited
Shree Cement Limited
Grasim Industries Limited
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ACC Ltd
Ambuja Cements Ltd
Shree Cement
Grasim Industries Ltd
ACC is the largest cement producer in India; its plant at Lakheri (Bundi), Rajasthan, has a production capacity of
1.5 MTPA. The company generated total income of US$ 1.75 billion in 2016 and US$ 546.85 million in Q3 FY 18.
The company is also one of the largest manufacturers of ready-mix concrete in India.
Ambuja Cements Limited has cement plants in Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab,
Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
The production facility in Rajasthan has a capacity of 2.8 MTPA. The company recorded revenues of US$ 3.15
billion and US$ 426.42 million in FY 17 and Q3 FY18 respectively. The company has an integrated cement plant at
Rabriyawas, District Pali, Rajasthan.
Shree Cement is the largest cement manufacturer in North India and among the top six cement manufacturing
groups in the country. The company sells cement under the brands of Shree Ultra, Bangur and Rockstrong.
Shree Cement has manufacturing plants at Beawar, Ras, Khushkhera, Suratgarh and Jaipur in Rajasthan. The
revenues generated by the company stood at US$ 1.55 billion during 2016-17 and the total income of the
company in the Q3 FY18 was US$ 368.15 million.
Grasim Industries Limited is a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group.
Grasim’s subsidiary UltraTech Cement has 11 integrated plants, 15 grinding units, five bulk terminals and 101
ready-mix concrete plants across India, the UAE, Bahrain, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
UltraTech Cement has a capacity of 53.9 MTPA. The company has plants at Kotputli and Shambhupura in
Rajasthan. The company recorded total income of US$ 5.38 billion in 2016-17 and total revenues recorded in the
Q3 FY18 were US$ 691.17 million.
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PROCESSING … (1/6)
Copper
Khetri belt in Jhunjhunu district and Dariba in Alwar
district.
Deposits of copper also reported to be found in Ajmer,
Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dungarpur,
Jaipur, Pali, Rajsamand, Sikar, Sirohi and Udaipur
districts.
Lead-Zinc
Zawar in Udaipur district, Bamnia Kalan, Rajpura-Dariba
in Rajsamand and Rampura/Agucha in Bhilwara district.
Lead-zinc occurrences also reported from Ajmer,
Chittorgarh, Pali and Sirohi districts.
Gold Banswara and Sirohi districts.
Silver Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jhunjhunu, Rajsamand and Udaipur
districts.
Source: Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines, Government of India
Rajasthan is among the largest mineral-producing states in India.
Around 79 varieties of minerals are available in the state and 57
minerals are produced on a commercial scale. Some of the important
minerals found in the state are asbestos (amphibole), barytes,
feldspar, fireclay, fluorspar, iron ore (magnetite and hematite), ochre,
pyrite, silver, phosphate fluoride, wollastonite, rock phosphate,
copper, lead-zinc, gypsum, clay, granite, marble, sandstone,
dolomite, calcite, emeralds and garnets. It is home to the second
highest number of mines in the country (557 mines). The state is a
leading producer of major minerals such as wollastonite, lead-zinc,
calcite, gypsum, rock phosphate, ochre, silver as well as minor
minerals such as marble, sandstone, serpentine (green marble), etc.,
which contribute almost 90-100% to national production.
The production of concentrated copper in the state increased from
43.2 thousand tonnes in 2012-13 to 56.8 thousand tonnes in 2016-
17. Production of iron ore in the state increased from 696 thousand
tonnes in 2013-14 to 1,228 thousand tonnes in 2016-17. Production
of lead & zinc ore in the state increased from 8.7 million tonnes in
2012-13 to 11.88 million tonnes in 2016-17. Production of lead
concentrate in the state increased from 184.4 thousand tonnes in
2012-13 to 268 thousand tonnes in 2016-17. Production of zinc
concentrate in the state increased from 1.47 million tonnes in 2015-
16 to 1.48 million tonnes in 2016-17. Production of silver in the state
increased from 426 thousand tonnes in 2015-16 to 460 thousand
tonnes in 2016-17.
Production of garnet (abrasive) increased from 614 tonnes in 2012-
13 to 1,481 tonnes in 2016-17. Production of limestone increased
from 52.54 million tonnes in 2013-14 to 67.08 million tonnes in 2016-
17.
Key ferro-alloy industries in Rajasthan
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Name of mineral Unit Production
Copper ore Thousand tonnes 731,635
Limestone Thousand tonnes 47,628
Iron ore Thousand tonnes 909
Silver Kg 337,287
Manganese Ore Tonnes 2,217
Lead & Zinc Ore Tonnes 7,650,290
Lignite Thousand tonnes 4,276
Phosphorite Tonnes 756,209
Source: Ministry of Mines, Government of India, Bureau of Investment Promotion
As per Budget 2018-19, US$ 4.49 million was allocated by the state
government for the Mines and Geology Department.
Rajasthan accounts for 23.92 million tones in resources of tungsten
ore which contributes ~17% of India’s resources. For the period April
2017 to October 2017, the state’s copper ore production accounted
for 31.95% of the country’s production. As of November 2015, the
state had 3,403 mining leases for major minerals and 11,861 mining
leases for minor chemicals. Rajasthan produced 1.1 million tonnes of
copper ore and 56.8 thousand tonnes of concentrated copper in
2016-17.
The state has come up with - New Mineral Policy, 2015. The main
emphasis of the policy is on widespread job-creation, introducing
cutting-edge technology in exploitation, minimizing wastage and act
as a source of higher revenue generation for the government.
In 2016-17, the total value of mineral production in the state of
Rajasthan was recorded at US$ 3.91 billion. This was 11.04% of the
total production value for the country.
In line with the state government's agenda of becoming the top
mining destination in the country, Rajasthan government is holding
an open auction of a copper block and four limestone blocks.
Mineral production in the state of Rajasthan
(April 2017 – November 2017)
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PROCESSING … (3/6)
Base and noble metals: Rajasthan has immense potential for mining
base metals and noble metals in a belt that covers the following
districts: Alwar, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur, Dausa, Bharatpur, Ajmer,
Bhilwara, Rajsamand, Pali, Sirohi, Udaipur, Banswara and
Dungarpur.
Dimensional stones: The state has substantial reserves of different
varieties of dimensional stones such as marble, granite, sandstone
and slate, with tremendous potential for exports and forward linkages
with the construction industry.
Lignite: Rajasthan has about 5,720 million tonnes of lignite reserves
in the districts of Barmer, Bikaner, Nagaur, Jaisalmer and Jalore.
Lignite is being produced in Barmer and Matasukh area of Nagaur.
Some lignite blocks in the districts of Barmer, Bikaner and Nagaur
have been allotted for setting up thermal power plants.
Ceramics: The availability of clay and feldspar in Rajasthan makes it
an excellent location for ceramic-related industries (e.g., white-ware,
floorings and bone-china). Around 500 ceramic industries, including
glass and mineral grinding units, operate in the state.
Key players in mining industry
Hindustan Zinc Limited
Hindustan Copper Limited
Rajasthan State Mines and Minerals Limited (RSMML)
Key players in ceramics industry
Kajaria Ceramics Limited
Liberty Whiteware Limited
Jaipur Ceramics Private Limited
Key players in marble industry
Elegant Marble and Granite Inc
Maadhav Marbles and Granites Limited
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PROCESSING: MINING … (4/6)
Hindustan Zinc Ltd
(HZL)
Hindustan Copper Ltd
Rajasthan State Mines
and Minerals Limited
(RSMML)
HZL is a part of the Vedanta Resources Group and has four mines in Rajasthan. Rampura Agucha mine is a zinc
mine with annual ore production capacity of 6.15 MTPA.
Sindesar Khurd mine has reserves and a resource base of 85.0 million tonnes. Sindesar Khurd has annual ore
production capacity of 2 million tonnes per annum (MTPA)
Rajpura Dariba mine has an annual ore production capacity of 0.9 million tonnes and bulk concentrate production
at Rajpura Dariba has resulted in significant recovery improvements of zinc, lead and silver. It generated a
revenue of US$ 2.4 billion in 2014-15.
The Zawar mine has a reserves and resources base of 76.4 MT, with ore production capacity of 1.2 MTPA. The
company recorded total income of US$ 960.77 million during Q3 2018 and US$ 3.3 billion in 2016-17.
Hindustan Copper Limited is a public sector undertaking under the administrative control of the Ministry of Mines.
It is a vertically integrated copper producing company, with facilities of mining, beneficiation, smelting, refining and
casting of refined copper metal into downstream-saleable products. The company generated revenues of US$
207.7 million in 2016-17 and US$ 76.88 million during Q3 FY18. HCL has four operating units of mines and plants,
one of which is the Khetri Copper Complex (KCC) at Khetrinagar in Rajasthan.
RSMML is a public sector enterprise of the Government of Rajasthan, primarily engaged in mining and marketing
of industrial minerals. The company has various Strategic Business Units (SBUs) in Rajasthan. The rock
phosphate SBU is located at Udaipur, gypsum SBU at Bikaner, limestone SBU at Jodhpur and lignite SBU at
Jaipur.
Going forward, RSMML is targeting cost-effective technological innovations in mining and diversifying into mineral-
based downstream projects. The company’s total income in the year 2015-16 was US$ 145.8 million.
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PROCESSING: CERAMIC … (5/6)
Kajaria Ceramics Ltd
Liberty Whiteware Ltd
Jaipur Ceramics Pvt
Ltd
Kajaria Ceramics is the largest manufacturer of ceramic tiles in India. The company has nine manufacturing
plants, with an annual capacity of 63.90 million sq m.
The company exports tiles to more than 20 countries worldwide.
The company recorded revenues of US$ 445.4 million in 2016-17 and US$ 97.19 million during Q3 2018.
Kajaria Ceramics has a manufacturing plant at Gailpur, Rajasthan, with an annual capacity of 21.5 million sq m.
Kajaria has several certifications, including ISO 9001 (for quality management), ISO 14001 (for environment
management), OHSAS 18001 (for safety and health management) and SA-8000 (for commitment to society), ISO
22000 (for food safety management), ISO 50001 (for energy management).
Liberty Whiteware Limited has a sanitary-ware unit, located at Neemrana in Rajasthan.
The company has an annual production capacity of 500,000 pieces.
Company is engaged in the production of bathroom products includes shower trays, wash basins and sinks.
Jaipur Ceramics has a ceramics plant on the outskirts of Jaipur, with a bone china capacity of 1,500 tonnes per
annum.
The company has a workforce of about 700 people, including highly skilled and semi-skilled employees.
Jaipur Ceramics has an in-house facility for making kiln furniture and can produce tiles and pillars for captive use;
the capacity is about 18 tonnes per month.
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PROCESSING: CERAMIC … (6/6)
Elegant Marbles &
Granite Industries Ltd
Maadhav Marbles and
Granites Ltd
Elegant Marbles & Granite Industries Limited markets and processes marble and granite and offers over 84
colours in the Indian market. The company has a factory at Abu Road, Rajasthan.
The company’s total installed capacity for processing marble and granite is 2.5 million sq ft. per annum and the
total income in the year 2016-17 was US$ 5.36 million.
The company imports marble from Italy, France, Norway, Spain, Greece and Nepal.
Madhav Marbles and Granites Limited exports its products to North America, South America, Canada, Europe,
Australia, South Africa, Russia and the Far East.
The company has an installed capacity of 600,000 sq m per annum for processing granite tiles.
The marble division is located in Udaipur, Rajasthan.
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KEY INDUSTRIES – AUTO AND AUTO COMPONENTS
… (1/2)
The Alwar and Jaipur districts are close to major auto production
hubs of the country such as Noida (Uttar Pradesh), Gurgaon and
Dharuhera (Haryana); offering excellent advantages for setting up of
auto and auto ancillary units.
Over 100 units are currently functional in Bhiwadi, Neemrana and
Pathredi in Alwar district, Rajasthan. These are the 3 main auto
clusters in Rajasthan.
Special auto and engineering zones have been developed in
Pathredi Industrial Area and Bhiwadi.
Rajasthan has become a prominent base for auto manufacturing with
the establishment of a growing auto cluster in Alwar district and
Honda's facility at Bhiwadi.
Neemrana–Japanese zone: A 1,167-acre industrial area in
Neemrana has been developed especially for industrial units from
Japan. Automotive units of Nissin Brakes, TPR Auto parts, Takata
India, Nippon Steel, Toyota Gosei, Mikuni India and Toyota Kirloskar
Motor are present in this zone.
Hero MotoCorp announced its plans to invest US$ 763.82 million for
building new manufacturing plants across the globe, for increasing its
global production capacity.
Out of the total passenger car and motorcycle production in India,
around 40% it is produced in Alwar district of Rajasthan.
Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion, News articles
Some of the key players
Amtek Auto Limited
Ashok Leyland
TAFE
Honda Siel Cars India Limited
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… (2/2)
Amtek Auto Ltd
Ashok Leyland
Tractors and Farm
Equipment Ltd (TAFE)
Honda Siel Cars India
Ltd
Amtek Auto Limited is a flagship company of the Amtek Group; it is a leading Indian supplier of auto components,
with operations in forgings, machining and sub-assemblies. The company’s plant is located at Bhiwadi, District
Alwar (Rajasthan). The company supplies over 300 varieties of components and assemblies to leading domestic
and global vehicle manufacturers. Its annual machining capacity is 92 million units. The company’s revenue in
2016-17 stood at US$ 310.3 million and during Q1 2018 it earned a revenue of US$ 65.91 million.
Ashok Leyland is a flagship company of the Hinduja Group; it is among the leading manufacturer of commercial
vehicles in India. The company has an assembling plant in Alwar (Rajasthan). Ashok Leyland entered into a JV
with the Alteams Group, Finland, to manufacture High Pressure Die-Castings (HPDC) and aluminium products,
predominantly for the automotive and telecommunications sectors. The company’s total income was US$ 3.76
billion in 2016-17 and US$ 1.10 billion for Q3 2018.
TAFE is in the tractor manufacturing business; its subsidiary, TAFE Motors and Tractors Limited, has an engine
plant at Alwar and a transmissions plant at Parwanoo.
The diesel engine plant at Alwar, Rajasthan, produces a range of air and water cooled diesel engines from 14 HP
to 80 HP. TAFE is certified by ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 27001.
HSCI was incorporated in December 1995 as a JV between Honda Motor Co, Japan and Siel Limited, a Siddharth
Shriram Group company. The company’s total annual manufacturing capacity is 100,000 cars.
The company’s product range includes Honda Jazz, Honda City, Honda Civic, Honda CRV and Honda Accord. In
Rajasthan, the company has a plant located at Tapakura. In the year 2016-17 the company’s total income was
US$ 110.28 million.
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KEY INDUSTRIES – TEXTILES … (1/2)
Rajasthan has a leading position in the production of polyester
viscose yarn and synthetic suiting material as well as processing of
low-cost, low-weight fabric (at Pali, Balotra, Sanganer and Bagru).
Jaipur is a well-known centre for manufacturing garments, primarily
for exports. Bhilwara has emerged as India's largest manufacturer of
suiting fabrics and yarn. Around 16 ATDC smart centres have been
opened in Rajasthan to train people. Availability of raw material and
trained labour has promoted the growth of the textile industry and
has driven establishment of many textile units in the state. Nine
integrated textile parks have been sanctioned in the state at an
approved investment of US$ 276 million. With a network of backward
and forward linkages, Rajasthan’s textile industry offers significant
competitive advantages.
In the year 2016-17, total cotton production in the state stood at 1.8
million bales.
Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion, Cotton Board, Rajasthan economic review 2016-17
Some of the sanctioned textile parks in Rajasthan
Jaipur Texweaving Park Ltd, Kishangarh
Kishangarh Hi-Tech Textile Park Ltd, Kishangah
Next Gen Textile Park Pvt Ltd, Pali
Jaipur Integrated Texcraft Park Pvt Ltd, Bagru
Bharat Fabtex and Corporate Park Pvt Ltd, Pali
Mewar Industrial Textile Park Ltd, Pali
Types of textiles in Rajasthan
Block printing – Sanganer, Jaipur, Bagru
Bandhani – Jodhpur, Pali, Jaipur, Udaipur and Nathdwara
Zari/Zardosi
Quilting
Some of the key players
Rajasthan Spinning and Weaving Mills Ltd
Jaykay Enterprises Ltd
Shree Rajasthan Syntex Limited
Shriram Rayons
Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana 94.73
Design 139.8
Total 234.58
Funds released under Handicraft Schemes (2016-17)- US$ 000’s
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Rajasthan Spinning
and Weaving Mills Ltd
Jaykay Enterprises Ltd
Shree Rajasthan
Syntex Ltd
Shriram Rayons
Rajasthan Spinning and Weaving Mills Limited (RSWM) is a flagship company of LNJ Bhilwara Group. The
company produces yarn, fabric, garments and denim; it is one of the largest producers and exporters of polyester-
viscose blended yarn in the country.
The company operates around 505,000 spindles and produces 140,000 MT of yarn annually.
RSWM has plants in Banswara, Mordi, Kharigram, Mandpam, Ringas and Rishabdev.
Jaykay Enterprises Ltd (formerly J K Synthetics Ltd) produces a wide range of synthetic fibres, including nylon
yarn and high-tenacity yarn for industrial application, e.g., fishing industry, tyre cord, polyester-filament yarn,
polyester staple fibre and tows and acrylic staple fibre.
The company’s plant is located at Kota in Rajasthan and registered a total income of US$ 0.96 million in 2016-17
and US$ 0.22 million for Q3 2018.
Shree Rajasthan Syntex Limited is a manufacturer of synthetic yarn, including acrylic, polyester, viscose and
polypropylene multi-filament yarn.
The company registered a total income of US$ 40.16 million 2016-17 and US$ 8.45 million during Q3 2018.
The company’s plants are located at Dungarpur and Jaipur in Rajasthan.
Shriram Rayons, a part of DCM Shriram Industrial Group, is among the country's major manufacturers of high
grade rayon tyre cord. It has nylon and rayon conversion facilities catering to the needs of the domestic and
international markets.
The manufacturing plant is located at Kota; the technology partners of the company are Beunit Fibres Inc, USA
and Chemtex Inc, USA.
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KEY INDUSTRIES – TOURISM … (1/2)
Developers and investors are offered attractive investment
opportunities through the state’s popular tourist attractions that
include historic cities (Jaipur, Udaipur), wildlife sanctuaries (Sariska,
Ranthambore) and deserts (Jodhpur, Jaisalmer).
In 2017, 45.92 million domestic tourists and 1.61 million foreign
tourists visited Rajasthan.
The state government is encouraging JVs and contract management
of private heritage properties (forts, fortresses, palaces and havelis)
as well as identifying heritage government properties to award on a
lease basis.
As per state budget 2018-19, US$ 27.68 million was allocated for the
tourism department.
Source: Ministry of tourism, Government of India
Tourist arrivals in Rajasthan (in million)
25
.60
25
.50
27
.10
28
.60
30
.30
30
.29
33
.07
35
.19
41
.49
1.10 1.30 1.40 1.50 1.40 1.43 1.52 1.48
1.51
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201
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1
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2
201
2-1
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3-1
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201
4-1
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Domestic Foreign
Key Hotels
Rambagh Palace
Rajvilas
Udaivilas
Fairmont
ITC-Sheraton
The Oberoi
Holiday Inn
Radisson Blu
Le Meridien
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The state runs famous luxury tourist trains such as Royal Rajasthan on Wheels and Palace on Wheels, which connect some of Rajasthan’s
important tourist destinations to other states.
Source: The Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan
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KEY INDUSTRIES – IT & ITeS … (1/4)
Rajasthan is emerging as one of the best locations in India to invest in the IT/ITeS sector. IT parks with special infrastructure have been set up at
Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota and Alwar.
Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme 2014 –
• Every training institute enabling the candidate to get employed in IT/ITeS, will be given training incentive of US$ 34 per candidate for imparting
training on communication or soft skills
• Labour laws to be simplified
• Rajasthan Venture Capital Fund (RVCF) will support in terms of venture capital
• BPO/KPOs will be given 50% capital investment subsidy for increasing infrastructure for training
Rajasthan e-Governance IT & ITeS Policy 2015:
• The policy was released on November 5, 2015 in Jaipur. The previous IT and ITeS Policy aimed at controlling the IT services in order to
implement e-Governance initiatives in the state for the betterment of the citizens.
• This new policy has been released in order to develop public departments and increase the promotion of IT/ITeS/ESDM/Robotics sectors in the
state.
• The robotics, ESDM and manufacturing sectors have been added in the policy for the first time.
• The policy has was developed by the support of technical experts, academician, various institutions, and for fulfilling the public opinion.
Under the state category of eGovernance Awards for the year 2017, Rajasthan won ‘Winners of Excellence”.
The state government allocated US$ 121.25 million for the Department of Information Technology and Communication in the state for 2018-19.
In January 2017, Government of Rajasthan launched its pilot project of cashless transactions in the state’s Bharatpur district, Rarah gram
panchayat
Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion, Government of Rajasthan, ESDM - Electronic System Design & Manufacturing
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KEY INDUSTRIES – IT & ITeS … (2/4)
Source: State Budget, Government of Rajasthan
According to Rajasthan Budget 2018-19, following steps will be taken
by the state government –
• 1,000 more Bhamashah ATMs will be set up in rural areas
• 250 e-mitra plus’ will be established in urban areas
• Implementation of 3D Building Infrastructure Model (BIM) will be
undertaken in four smart cities viz. Jaipur, Udaipur, Ajmer and
Kota
Key players
Infosys
Tech Mahindra
Genpact
Wipro Technologies
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KEY INDUSTRIES – IT & ITeS … (3/4)
Infosys
Tech Mahindra
Genpact
Infosys was set up in 1981; it is engaged in IT consulting, modular global sourcing, process re-engineering, and
BPO services. The company has operations in the US, India, China, Australia, Japan, the Middle East, the UK,
Germany, France, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Poland, Canada and several other countries. Infosys also has
marketing and technological alliances with Informatica, IBM, HP, Microsoft, Oracle, etc. The company recorded
total revenue of US$ 11.1 billion in 2016-17 and US$ 2.69 billion during Q3 2018.
Infosys BPO, the company’s BPO services division, has opened BPO campuses at the Mahindra Worldcity,
Jaipur, Rajasthan. The company has also launched various industry-specific programmes in Rajasthan, where it
collaborates with universities in the state to improve BPO-specific skill sets.
Tech Mahindra is a global systems integrator and business transformation consulting firm focused on the
communications industry. It recorded total income of US$ 4.64 billion during 2016-17 and US$ 951.25 million of
income during Q3 2018. The company provides a wide variety of services, ranging from IT strategy and consulting
to system integration, design, application development, implementation, maintenance and product engineering.
Tech Mahindra has accreditations such as ISO 9001:2008 certification, SEI-CMM level 5 assessments and is also
CMMI level 5 certified for software development processes. The company has set up two software development
centres in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Formerly known as GE Capital International Services, Genpact was set up in India in 1997.
The company provides a wide range of business process, technology and knowledge services in finance and
accounting, collections and customer relations, insurance, procurement and supply chain, analytics, software and
IT infrastructure.
The company employs over 77,000 professionals. It has a global operation centre in Jaipur.
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Wipro Technologies
Wipro Technologies was established in 1945; it is engaged in IT services, product engineering, technology
infrastructure services, BPO and other consulting solutions. The company also provides services such as
application development, deployment and maintenance, business intelligence and customer relationship
management. Based in Bengaluru, the company has 72 plus global delivery centres and 50 plus industry-specific
'Centres of Excellence' in over 54 countries.
The total income of Wipro was recorded at US$ 9 billion in 2016-17 and US$ 1.81 billion during Q3 2018. Wipro
Technologies has set up a campus at the Mahindra World City in Jaipur.
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KEY INDUSTRIES – CHEMICALS
The key chemicals produced in Rajasthan include fertilisers, caustic soda and pesticides.
The principal industrial complexes for chemicals are at Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur and Bhilwara.
Chambal Fertilisers
and Chemicals Ltd
(CFCL)
P I Industries Ltd
DCM Shriram
Industries Ltd
CFCL manufactures and distributes urea, agri-inputs, fertilisers, plant protection chemicals, seeds and bio-
fertilisers. The company has two nitrogenous fertiliser (urea) plants near Kota in Rajasthan, with an annual
capacity of about 2 MTPA of urea. It is among the largest fertiliser complexes in the private sector in India and
generated total income of US$ 1.18 billion during 2016-17 and US$ 357.23 million during Q3 2018.
P I Industries mainly produces organo-phosphorous insecticides. The company manufacturers and markets
agrochemicals, plant nutrients, specialty fertilisers and hybrid seeds. It generated total income of US$ 375.6
million during 2016-17 and US$ 85.55 million during Q3 2018. The company has its R&D unit at Udaipur in
Rajasthan.
DCM Shriram Industries Limited is a diversified group with operations in sugar, alcohol, organic and inorganic
chemicals, drug intermediates, rayon tyre cord, shipping containers and processed cotton yarn.
The company has a manufacturing facility in Kota, Rajasthan. It generated total income of US$ 905.7 million
during 2016-17 and US$ 66.78 million during Q3 2018.
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KEY INDUSTRIES – STEEL
Rajasthan’s steel industry comprises re-rolling and stainless steel units located mainly in Jodhpur, Alwar and Jaipur. Most of the re-rolling units
belong to the small scale sector.
Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion
Asian Alloys
Limited (AAL)
Asian Alloys Limited
Kamdhenu Ispat Ltd
PSL Ltd
AAL manufactures steel ingots and castings.
Its units are located at Bhiwadi in Rajasthan as well as in Punjab.
The company’s products are mainly used in the paper and rubber industries.
Kamdhenu manufactures international quality steel bars and paints.
The company generated total income of US$ 128.17 million during 2016-17 and US$ 41.91 million in the 2nd
quarter of 2017-18.
The company has a steel-bars unit in Bhiwadi and a paint division in Alwar.
PSL manufactures steel pipes. The company has one of its pipe mills in Jaipur. The company's products include
protective coatings for steel pipes, epoxy coatings for reinforcement bars, epoxy powder paint and galvalum range
of aluminium sacrificial anodes.
PSL is involved in iron-ore processing.
The company generated total consolidated income of US$ 17.84 million during 2016-17 and US$ 3.13 million in
the 3rd quarter of 2017-18.
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KEY INDUSTRIES – GEMS AND JEWELLERY
Rajasthan is a store house of many precious and semi-precious
stones such as emeralds, aquamarines, heliodors, corundums,
diamonds, epidotes, topazes, tourmalines, amethysts, crystal
quartzes, garnets, and green and blue quartzites.
Rajasthan is the largest production centre of coloured precious and
semi-precious stones as well as the largest manufacturer of cut and
polished diamonds in the country.
The state has a wide pool of skilled manpower along with several
training institutions. The Government of India is planning to set up
India's first gems bourse in Jaipur with an investment of US$ 8.29
million to facilitate organised trading of gem stones.
Key players include - Dwarka Gems Ltd, Jaipur; Kalajee Jewellery,
Jaipur; Amprapali, Jaipur; Mangi Chand Bhandari Jewellers,
Jodhpur; Dhannu Jewellers, Ajmer; N D Diamonds, Bhilwara;
Suranas, Jaipur
Opportunities –
• 2 special zones for gems & jewellery have been developed by
RIICO at the Export Promotion Industrial Park (EPIP) at Sitapura,
Jaipur.
• Jaipur is world known for fine-cut precious and semi-precious
gemstones.
• Jaipur and Jodhpur are rapidly emerging as export hubs for gems
and jewellery.
Source: Ministry of Mines, Government of India, Bureau of Investment Promotion, news
Jaipur’s gems and jewellery cluster
Production of precious and semi-precious stones such as ruby,
emerald, garnets, agate, amethyst, topaz, lapis lazuli, carnelian, etc.
World's largest centre for gemstone cutting and polishing.
300-year old cluster accounting for about 90% of worldwide emerald
cutting.
100 active exporters and 1,500 sub-contractors operating in the
cluster.
Employment generation for nearly 200,000 individuals.
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KEY INDUSTRIES – OTHER GROWTH SECTORS
Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion, Rajasthan economic review 2016-17
Rajasthan is the largest producer of rapeseed, bajra, guar seed, spices such as fenugreek, coriander, cumin, fennel and
mustard. It is the second largest producer of oilseeds and spices and the third largest producer of soya bean and coarse
cereals in India. In 2015-16, the food grain production in the state stood at 19.35 million tonnes, which increased to
21.31million tonnes in 2016-17. Total foodgrain production is expected to reach 22.58 million in 2017-18.
The state offers opportunities in areas of organic farming and contract farming as well as creation of post harvest
infrastructure such as special warehouses and cold chain as well as testing and certification facilities.
Agro-processing
Rajasthan has the third-largest cattle population in India, with some of the finest breeds of milch and draught cattle.
Rajasthan has the largest population of sheep, cattle and camels. The state accounts for nearly – 6.89% of cattle,
16.03% of goats, 11.94% of buffaloes, 13.95% of sheep and 81.31% of camels in the country.
The state has 8 different breeds of sheep that produce quality carpet wool, along with 3 breeds of goats. During 2018-
19, US$ 53.14 million was allocated for the state’s animal husbandry sector.
The state is the second-largest producer of milk and the largest producer of wool in India.
Investment opportunities are available in areas such as establishing commercial dairy units, wool processing, carpet
manufacturing, and poultry and piggery units.
Animal husbandry
Rajasthan is endowed with a high level of solar radiation and large amounts of undeveloped land, critical to develop
solar energy. With a total desert area of 208,110 sq km, 300–330 clear, sunny days and average daily solar incidence of
5–7 kWh/sq m, the state is uniquely placed to tap into solar energy profitably. The state government also decided to
construct 1,000 bore wells based on the solar energy for which US$ 6.64 million was allocated.
Solar energy
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STARTUP INITIATIVES
iStart Initiative
• In November 2017, the state government launched a dedicated platform for startups called iStart. to facilitate entrepreneurship and job
creation in the state.
• The aim of this initiative is to assist anyone with an entrepreneurial aspiration to take their concepts and business to the next level – be it at
idea/concept stage or MVP or early-growth stage startups.
• The platform will work on the “access-improve-access” model. Startups will undergo mentoring programs and customised & group skill building
to focus on areas that need to be improved.
• Applyifi will provide entrepreneurs and investors a detailed assessment report and a 36-point score card on the startup’s potential and
investment worthiness.
• A one month skill-building programme will be organised for startups and startups graduating from the programme will be offered opportunities
to pitch their ideas for investments to the state government.
• iStart will also focus on building a digital infrastructure in the form of a set of APIs that the government, startups, developers and businesses
can utilise for solving problems faced by them.
• A quarterly ‘Start-up Showcase Yatra’ will be orgainsed in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru to offer startups exposure to key investors and
enablers of the startup ecosystem.
In August 2017, the state government has also announced a US$ 77.77 million fund for promotion of startups of Rajasthan.
A new incubation centre, Bhamashah Techno Hub, will also be set up Jaipur. It will act as a one stop destination for entrepreneurs and tech-
entusiasts.
Source: iStart website, startup2day, News Articles
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SINGLE-WINDOW APPROVAL MECHANISM
Rajasthan’s Single Window Clearance System (SWCS) is a single point of contact to reduce the time and efforts involved in various clearances
and approvals of layouts/applications for the proposed investment submitted by investors. This online application shall render transparency to the
system, thereby facilitating investors with expeditious and time-bound clearances and approvals.
This system has come into effect from 1 April 2011 in all the districts of the state.
Application through SWCS is mandatory for all projects involving investments above US$ 165,893.
This system will grant permissions, invoking and using clearance mechanism, in case of failure of the original competent authorities to decide on
application within the specified time. This system will serve as a single point interface between investors and various Government departments.
SWCS will provide an electronic-based transparent system for online tracking of application/forms and also keep entrepreneurs updated on
information relating to relevant rules, regulations, orders, policy initiatives and schemes for guidance.
With the introduction of the Single Window Ordinance/Act and Single Window Clearance Portal, setting up and operationalising projects and
investment proposals in the state is expected to become a speedy, uninterrupted and hassle-free process.
Investor also has the right to appeal against the decision of rejection by the Department before the State Empowered Committee.
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KEY INVESTMENT PROMOTION OFFICES … (1/3)
Agency Description Contact information
Bureau of Investment
Promotion (BIP)
BIP is a nodal agency of the Government of Rajasthan that facilitates
investments in various sectors in the state. It provides one stop
service, mainly for large projects, by acting as an interface between
entrepreneurs and the Government.
Role of BIP in Rajasthan:
• Identifying investment opportunities.
• Providing access to information that is critical for setting up of
projects.
• Assisting translation of investment possibilities into concrete
investment proposals.
• Nodal agency for single-window clearances.
• Facilitation on behalf of investors with all Government
departments /agencies to ensure that proposals get immediate
attention.
• Assisting in site selection and obtaining infrastructural facilities.
• Interfacing with Government departments for required clearances.
Udyog Bhawan, Tilak Marg
Jaipur - 302005, Rajasthan
Phone: 91-141-2227 274, 2227 812, 2227
713
Fax: 91-141- 2227 506
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://resurgent.rajasthan.gov.in/
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KEY INVESTMENT PROMOTION OFFICES … (2/3)
Agency Description Contact information
Rajasthan State
Industrial Development
and Investment
Corporation (RIICO)
RIICO is the sole agency in the state that develops land for industrial
growth. It provides financial assistance and other vital infrastructural
facilities for industries.
Role of RIICO:
• Identifying investment opportunities.
• Providing access to information that is critical for setting up of
projects.
• Assisting translation of investment possibilities into concrete
investment proposals.
• Nodal agency for single-window clearances.
• Facilitation on behalf of investors with all Government
departments /agencies to ensure that proposals get immediate
attention.
• Assisting in site selection and obtaining infrastructural facilities.
• Interfacing with Government departments for required
clearances.
Udyog Bhawan, Tilak Marg
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Phone: 91-141-5113 201 / 222 7751-55
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.riico.co.in/
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Agency Description Contact information
Rajasthan Financial
Corporation (RFC)
RFC provides medium- and long-term loans for new industrial units in
the SME sector. It also assists in planning a balanced development of
industries in the state.
Udyog Bhawan, Tilak Marg
Jaipur - 302005, Rajasthan
Phone: 91-141-2385 522
Fax: 91-141-2385 503
E-mail: [email protected]
Website:
http://rfcapp.industries.rajasthan.gov.in/
PDCOR Limited
PDCOR Limited (PDCOR) is a company jointly promoted by the
Government of Rajasthan and Infrastructure Leasing & Financial
Services Limited (IL&FS) to facilitate private sector investment in the
infrastructure sector of Rajasthan.
First Floor, LIC Jeevan Nidhi Building
Near Ambedkar Circle,
Bhawani Singh Road,
Jaipur - 302005, Rajasthan
Phone: 91-141-2747012-14
Fax: 91-141-2747045
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.pdcor.com/
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KEY APPROVALS REQUIRED … (1/3)
Permission and clearances required Respective departments/
organisations of state Time limit (within working days)
Land conversion
Revenue department
Up to 10 hectares: 30 days from submission of completed application
to district collector.
Above 10 hectares: 60 days from submission of completed application
to State Government.
Land allotment
In case the allotment is to be made at the district level: 30 days from
submission of completed application to district collector.
In case Government’s approval is required: 60 days from submission
of completed application to the State Government.
Exemption in the land ceiling limit 60 days at the level of State Government from the date of submission
of application in the district collector’s office.
Permission for land use
(In case industry is located outside an
industrial area)
a) IDCO
b) Department of Town and Country Planning
c) Local authority/District Collector
No-Objection Certificate (NOC) and
consent under Water and Air Pollution
Control Act
Orissa State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB)
Source: Industries Department Notification, News Articles
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KEY APPROVALS REQUIRED … (2/3)
Source: Industries Department Notification, News Articles
Permission and clearances required Respective departments/
organisations of state Time limit (within working days)
Release of power connection
Energy Department
(Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam
Ltd)
For loads up to 25 kW:
Issue of demand notice: 21 days from receipt of application.
Release of connection: 30 days after compliance of demand notice if
no augmentation is required. Otherwise 45 days.
For loads above 25 kW and up to 300 kW:
Issue of demand notice: 21 days from receipt of application.
Release of connection: 60 days after compliance of demand notice.
For loads above 300 kW and up to 2,000 kW
Issue of demand notice: 21 days from receipt of application.
Release of connection: 60 days after compliance of demand notice.
For loads above 2,000 kW and up to 3,000 kW:
Issue of demand notice: 60 days from receipt of application.
Release of connection: 60 days after compliance of demand notice.
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KEY APPROVALS REQUIRED … (3/3)
Source: Industries Department Notification, News Articles
Permission and clearances required Respective departments/
organisations of state Time limit (within working days)
Release of power connection
Energy Department
(Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam
Ltd)
For loads above 3,000 kW and up to 5,000 kW:
Issue of demand notice: 21 days from receipt of application.
Release of connection: 120 days after compliance of demand notice.
Sanction of loan Rajasthan State Industrial
Development and
Investment Corporation
(RIICO)
40 days
Allotment of plots in industrial area 30 days
Registration under the VAT Act
Commercial Taxes
Department
24 hours
Registration under the CST Act 24 hours
Tax clearance certificate One day in case of non-default of tax payment
Drug Licence – Wholesale
Medical and Health
Directorate
15 days
Drug Licence – Retail 15 days
Manufacturing of gauge bandage,
cotton, repacking 45 days
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COST OF DOING BUSINESS IN RAJASTHAN
Cost parameter Cost estimate Source
Industrial land (per sq ft) US$ 70 to US$ 130 Industry sources
Labour cost (minimum wages per day) US$ 3.0 to US$ 5.5 Ministry of Labour and Employment,
Government of India, April 2014
Hotel costs (five star) US$ 95 to US$ 385 per room per night Leading hotels in the state
Office space rental (per sq ft) US$ 0.22 to US$ 2.5 per month Industry sources
Residential space rental US$ 0.05 to US$ 0.28 per sq ft per month
(rates depend on the type of structure and location) Industry sources
Power cost (per kWh) Domestic: 7.9 cents (US), Commercial: 11.3 cents (US),
Industrial: 9.7 cents (US), Agriculture: 2.5 cents (US) DCH Databook, October 2013
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STATE ACTS & POLICIES … (1/4)
Policy for Promoting
Generation of Electricity
from Wind, 2012
To promote generation of power from wind.
To offer solutions to various problems faced by developers, power producers and utilities.
Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) has been increased to 6.8%.
To reduce dependence on conventional sources of energy by promoting the development of non-conventional
energy sources, especially solar power.
To help Rajasthan attain self-sufficiency in its energy needs.
To facilitate installation of 25,000 MW solar power through state or private enterprises or through public private
partnerships or through individual efforts.
Rajasthan Solar Energy
Policy, 2014
Objectives
To promote generation of power from biomass.
To offer solutions to various problems faced by developers, investors, Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and
utilities.
Policy for Promoting
Generation of Electricity
from Biomass, 2010
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Conserve and enhance environmental resources.
Assure environmental sustainability of key economic sectors.
Improve environmental governance and build capacity.
Rajasthan State
Environment Policy,
2010 Read more
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STATE ACTS & POLICIES … (2/4)
Rajasthan Industrial and
Investment Policy, 2010
To achieve higher and sustainable economic growth through greater private investment in manufacturing as well
as services sectors.
To promote environmentally sustainable industrial growth and balanced regional development.
To create a supportive policy and institutional environment as well as infrastructure that facilitates and fosters
private sector investment and enterprise.
To encourage rapid growth of sectors in which Rajasthan has natural or strategic advantages.
To achieve optimal development of human capital and promote knowledge-led growth.
Enhance employment opportunities for the growing young population. Read more
Policy for Promotion of
Agro-processing and
Agri-business, 2010
To increase farmers’ income through more remunerative prices for their produce.
To encourage value addition in agricultural produce and to reduce post-harvest losses.
To bring in new technologies and practices to modernise agro-processing and marketing.
To promote export of agri-products of the state and to build a strong state brand in the domestic and international
markets.
To attract private investment in agro-processing and create new employment opportunities on a
large scale. Read more
Objectives
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Released in November, 2015, the main objective of the policy is to bring the citizens and public services closer to
one another.
Provision of IT for good governance in the state.
Enhanced investments in IT/ITeS, ESDM and robotics sector for promoting economic development of the state.
Achieving efficiency, transparency and reliability in different public services to improve these services by controlling
e-Governance in the state.
E-Governance and
IT/ITeS Policy, 2015
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Tourism Policy of
Rajasthan
The Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy, 2015 is expected to reinforce existing infrastructure
It will encourage infrastructural development
It will generate income as well as employment and will also increase the availability of rooms in hotels for tourists
Rural tourism is expected to increase with opening up of heritage hotels in the rural or panchayat areas
Positioning Rajasthan as an attractive destination for the biotech industry.
Creating and upgrading biotechnology infrastructure.
Creating quality infrastructure for research and commercial activities.
Creating a strong base in academics
Creating most basic understanding about the sector
Human resources should be generated for the sector
More and more biotech industries should be invited in the state
Biotech Policy
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Objectives
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STATE ACTS & POLICIES … (4/4)
Rajasthan Mineral Policy
2015
The Rajasthan Mineral Policy 2015 aims at providing a favourable framework for the legal, procedural, fiscal as
well as regulatory aspects in the investment system.
The other objective of the policy is to improve the exploration of the mineral wealth of Rajasthan through various in-
house facilities and by outsourcing different enhanced techniques.
To enhance and improve the employment opportunities in the state. Read more
Objectives
Upcoming Policy:
Gravel Mining Policy
Rajasthan Startup Policy
2015
The policy came into force w.e.f October 9, 2015 and will be in force for a period of five years.
Key objectives of the policy are to establish 50 incubators, support 500 innovative startups, mobilise US$ 77.77
million of Angel and Venture Capital and develop an innovation culture in the state.
Under the policy US$ 1,866 will be provided, over a year, as sustenance allowance to the startup recommended
by Nodal Institution and approved by the committee.
Efforts will be made to provide relevant benefits available under various schemes of the central and state
government to all startups.
A major startup fest and two mini startup fests will be organised to provide national and international visibility to
startups.
Read more
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EXCHANGE RATES
Source: Reserve Bank of India
Year INR equivalent of one US$
2004-05 44.81
2005-06 44.14
2006-07 45.14
2007-08 40.27
2008-09 46.14
2009-10 47.42
2010-11 45.62
2011-12 46.88
2012-13 54.31
2013-14 60.28
2014-15 60.28
2015-16 65.46
2016-17 67.09
Q1 2017-18 64.46
Q2 2017-18 64.29
Q3 2017-18 64.74
Exchange Rates (Fiscal Year)
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