Rajasthan's strategic location as the corridor between the wealthy north and
the prosperous west enables it to provide convenient access to the two largest
consumer markets in India.
The state's key areas of strength include mineral based industries, textile,
tourism and gems & jewellery. Rajasthan enjoys a distinct advantage in these
sectors. It is also the leading producer of cement and metals such as copper,
zinc and lead and the largest producer of marble and stones in the country.
Tourism accounts for over 15 per cent of the state's economy. It attracts
over 10 per cent per cent of the foreign tourists visiting the country every
year.
Recent discovery of oil and gas in Rajasthan is expected to lead to the
development of downstream industries in petroleum and chemicals. Reforms in the
electricity sector in the state are one of the most advanced in the country.
Rajasthan is the first state in the country to permit "open access" in its
electricity supply market.
