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RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

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❖ Executive Summary……………………. 3 ❖ Vision ……………………………………. 4 ❖ Advantage State…………………….…... 5 ❖ Rajasthan – An Introduction……….…...6 ❖ Rajasthan Budget……………………...18 ❖ Infrastructure Status…………..……….19 ❖ Business Opportunities…………....…. 44 ❖ Doing Business in Rajasthan……..…. 75 ❖ State Acts & Policies……….…....…… 76

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• Tourist arrivals in the state, during 2015-16 (up to December 2015), reached 36.66 million. Thriving tourism Historic palaces, especially those in and , offer opportunities to expand the industry luxury tourism segment, with increasing number of tourists visiting wild life sanctuaries and desert locations.

• Rajasthan is the largest producer of oilseeds, seed spices & coarse cereals in . Leading producer of Tremendous opportunities exist in the areas of organic and contract farming as well as in agro-based products infrastructure developments related to agriculture.

• The state has immense potential for electricity generation through renewable energy Focus on renewable sources and wind power. Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Ltd has actively energy promoted solar energy and biomass projects.

Strong economic growth • Rajasthan’s gross state domestic product (GSDP) expanded at a CAGR of 12.32% over 2005-06 to 2015-16.

• The policy environment has been favourable for the establishment of industrial units. A Conducive policy Single Window Clearance System (SWCS) for investment approvals is operational in the environment state and the Bureau of Investment Promotion (BIP) was set up to focus on investments above US$ 2.2 million.

• Rajasthan is the 2nd largest producer of crude oil in India, recording production of One of the largest approximately 90 lakh tonnes of oil per annum, which is nearly 24 per cent of the total producers of crude oil domestic crude oil production in the country. Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion, TechSci Research, Ministry of Tourism, Rajasthan Economic Survey 2015-16, Central Statistics Office MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 3 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

VISION – 2022

• Minimum education & work • To promote region wide economic experience must for politicians. balance. • To provide more freedom to • To develop efficient economic bureaucrats. infrastructure. • Fair & advanced taxation system. • To promote SMEs and develop special • Self-disciplined media. zones.

• To develop good quality • To create network of canals. roads. Governance Economy • To develop five international level • Proper traffic management research labs. systems. • To address soil fertility & reduce use • To develop & maintain of fertilisers. special economic and Infrastructure Agriculture • To achieve leadership in animal technological infrastructure. Vision husbandry & livestock businesses. • To develop appropriate water 2022 policy. Community Education

Human • Compulsory education up to • To develop a coherent social development 10th standard. environment. • To promote privatisation. • To execute poverty • To support higher education elimination plans. & research. • To increase interaction within • Poverty elimination & employment • To provide computer literacy. community. opportunities for all. • A comprehensive Economic Inclusion Policy to be developed. • A well defined healthcare system. • Utilise services & expertise of NGOs. Source: Confederation of Indian Industry

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ADVANTAGE RAJASTHAN

High economicGrowing growth and demand stable Rich labour pool and infrastructure political environment support

• GSDP grew at a CAGR of 12.32% between 2005-06 and • Rajasthan has been investing in capacity building 2015-16. through the development of a strong institutional network • With a stable political environment, the government is at all levels. The state has renowned higher education committed towards creating a progressive business institutions in various disciplines, producing thousands of environment. 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. Advantage Rajasthan Abundant mineral resources and Policy and incentives

location advantage • The state offers a wide range of fiscal and policy incentives for businesses. The Government has • Rajasthan offers a variety of unexploited agricultural and mineral resources, which is indicative of the scope for introduced sector-specific policies for tourism, value addition and exports. biotechnology, IT and ITeS industries. • Rajasthan has a favourable industrial relations • It borders six major states in the northern, western and central parts of India. Rajasthan is a natural corridor environment. In addition, the law & order situation in the between the wealthy northern and the prosperous state ensures a good working environment. western states, making it an important trade and • has decided to strike down 5% commerce centre. reservation extended to Special Backward Classes (SBCs) in employment and education.

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RAJASTHAN FACT FILE

The most commonly spoken language of the state is . Marwari, Jaipuri (Dhundhari), Mewari and Malvi are the other dialects popular in the state. English is the medium of education in most schools.

Parameters Rajasthan

Capital Jaipur

Geographical area (sq km) 342,239

Administrative districts (No) 33

Population density (persons per sq km) 200

Total population (million) 68.6 Rajasthan is the largest state, by area, in India, is situated in the north-western part of the subcontinent. It is Male population (million) 35.6 surrounded on the north and north-east by Punjab, and ; on the east and south-east by Uttar Female population (million) 33.0 Pradesh and and on the south-west by Gujarat. Sex ratio (females per 1,000 males) 928 Literacy rate (%) 66.1 , Udaipur, , , , , Amber and are some of the key cities and towns in the state. Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2015-16, Census 2011

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RAJASTHAN IN FIGURES … (1/2)

Parameter Rajasthan All states Source

Economy 2015-16 2015-16

TechSci Estimates based on “Advanced GSDP as a percentage of all states’ GSDP 4.97 100.0 Estimates” provided by Directorate of Economics and Statistics Rajasthan TechSci Estimates based on “Advanced GSDP growth rate (%) 17.33 8.71 Estimates” provided by Directorate of Economics and Statistics Rajasthan TechSci Estimates based on “Advanced Per capita GSDP (US$) 1,501 1,546 Estimates” provided by Directorate of Economics and Statistics Rajasthan Physical Infrastructure Installed power capacity (MW) 19,776.32 326,848.53 Central Electricity Authority, as of March 2017 Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of Wireless subscribers (No) 66,857,367 1,164,200,000 February 2017 Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of Internet Subscribers (No) 19,540,000 367,480,000 December 2016

National highways length (km) 8,016.18 100,087.08 NHAI & Roads and Building Department

1 Airports (No) 1 125 Airports Authority of India-April 2015

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RAJASTHAN IN FIGURES … (2/2)

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 Investments Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, FDI equity inflows (US$ billion) 1.47 324.47 From April 2000 to December 2016

Industrial Infrastructure

DEA, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, PPP projects Completed & Operational (No) 87 1,246 July 2016 Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department Operational SEZs (No) 4 186 of Commerce, July 2016

PPP: Public-Private Partnership, SEZ: Special Economic Zone, SRS: Sample Registration System

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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$ 102.98 billion in 2015-16, in comparison with US$ 32.22 billion in 2005-06.

102.98 Between 2005-06 and 2015-16, GSDP of Rajasthan 95.31 grew at a CAGR of 12.32%. 86.06 84.55 85.22 74.17 56.06 48.37 50.05 37.89 32.22

Source: Central Statistics Office, TechSci Research GSDP* - Rajasthan Economic Review 2015-16

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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$ 93.3 billion in 2015-16, in comparison with US$ 28.39 billion in 2005-06.

93.3 Between 2005-06 and 2015-16, NSDP registered growth 85.68 at a CAGR of 12.63%. 77.02 75.64 76.2 65.96

49.3 42.77 44.2 33.54 28.39

Source: Central Statistics Office, TechSci Research # NSDP - Rajasthan Economic Review 2015-16

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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – PER CAPITA GSDP

GSDP per capita of Rajasthan at current prices In 2015-16, Rajasthan’s per capita GSDP^ at current prices (in US$) was US$ 1,501 as compared to US$ 521 in 2005-06.

Per capita GSDP is estimated to have increased at a CAGR CAGR of 11.16% between 2005-06 and 2015-16. 1501 11.16% 1351 1257 1216 1208 1100

845 755 768 602 521

Source: Central Statistics Office, TechSci Research Per Capita GSDP^ - calculated using GSDP million US$/Population in million

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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – PER CAPITA NSDP

NSDP per capita of Rajasthan at current prices (in US$) In 2015-16, Rajasthan’s per capita NSDP& at current prices stood at US$ 1,359.94 as compared to US$ 459 in 2005-06.

CAGR Per capita NSDP is estimated to have expanded at a CAGR 11.47% of 11.47% between 2005-06 and 2015-16. 1359 1214 1125 1088 1080 979 743 667 678 553 459

Source: Central Statistics Office, TechSci Research & per capita NSDP - calculated using NSDP million US$/Population in million

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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION OF GSDP

In 2015-16, the servicesµ sector contributed 48% to the GSDP composition by sector state’s GSDP at current prices, followed by industriesµ (29%) and agricultureµ (24%). CAGR

The services sector expanded at a CAGR of 17.3% 43.82% 17.3% 48.00% between 2004-05 and 2015-16. The sector reported the fastest growth among the three sectors. 15.7% 30.56% 29.00% At a CAGR of 15.7%, the industrial sector reported the second fastest growth during 2004-05 to 2015-16. 25.62% 15.5% 24.00%

2004-05 2015-16

Primary sector Secondary sector Tertiary sector

Source: Central Statistics Office, TechSci Research µ Sector-wise %share of GSDP - Rajasthan Economic Review 2015-16

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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION… (1/3)

The state has an agricultural economy with nine agro- Agricultural production climatic zones and various types of soil that help during the cultivation of crops. Crop Annual production in 2015-16 (‘000 tonnes)

In 2015-16, total production of food grains was 19.35 million Rice 353.7 tonnes. In 2015-16, production of cereals was 15.94 million tonnes, while that of pulses aggregated to 2.36 million Wheat 9,887 tonnes. Cotton, which is an important cash crop, is primarily grown in Ganganagar and districts. Fruits 634.0 Production was 0.95 million bales over 2015-16. The total production of oilseeds was 5.85 million tonnes in 2015-16. Vegetables 1,194.57

As per the state budget 2016-17, an estimated outlay of Flowers 2.91 US$ 856.51 million was made for agriculture and allied Aromatic & industries in the state. Capital expenditure for irrigation and 158.06 flood control for the year 2016-17 is estimated to be US$ medicinal 0.35 million. Spices 618.30 The major schemes and programmes implemented by the Department of Agriculture during 2015-16 were: Onion 800.07 National Food Security Mission (NFSM) Honey 4.60 National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) National Mission on Oilseed and Oil Palm (NMOOP) National Mission on Agriculture Extension & Technology (NMAET) Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Rajasthan Budget 2016-17

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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION… (2/3)

As per the press release of state budget 2016-17, various initiatives In next 8 years, US$ 19.55 million will be spent for planned to improve agriculture and water resources are as follows: hydrological information system. Agriculture & Allied Services: Implementation of Rajasthan Water Sector Livelihood An amount of US$ 377.48 million given as relief to the farmers for improvement project in 24 districts, at a cost of US$ RABI-2015 hailstorm. 528.71 million. For Prime Minister Crop Insurance Scheme, an allocation of US$ Provision of US$ 498.62 million for implementation of 103.32 million and for operationalising 1,170 KSKs in the state, an Rajasthan Water Sector Restructuring Project in desert allocation of US$ 0.90 million has been made. areas. Implementation of special scheme for organic framing across 11 The government has also allocated US$ 22.97 million districts of Rajasthan. for implementing various AIBP projects in the state Allocation of US$ 24.74 million for creating 232 thousand MT during 2016-17. storage capacity under RSWC. Provision of US$ 99.29 million and US$ 7.60 million for RKVY Target agricultural production 2016-17 scheme and National Mission on Agriculture Extension and Technology, respectively. Crop Production in (million tonnes) For the online sale of produced crops, an e-Mandi portal will be Food crops 22.33 launched. Water resources: Oil seeds 7.02 For the implementation of various new projects in the state, allocation of US$ 1.83 billion has been proposed. Cotton 1.21 At a cost of US$ 3.93 million, 11 anicuts will be established in around 9 districts of the state. Sugarcane 0.39 For promoting investment in the agriculture sector, the signed 38 Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) Fish 0.05 worth US$ 672.30 million.

Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Rajasthan Budget 2016-17 MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 15 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION… (3/3) For the state’s horticulture department, US$ 68.27 million was allocated by the Government of Rajasthan, including: US$ 11.01 million and US$ 30.3 million for National Horticulture Mission and Micro Irrigation Scheme, respectively. US$ 0.37 million to be provided for National Mission on Bamboo US$ 16.61 million and US$ 11.94 million to be allocated for additional subsidy for solar pump set and drip irrigation installation, respectively. During 2016-17, the Government of Rajasthan announced plans to provide US$ 15.13 million for establishing five agricultural universities in the state. 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 December 2016, Bank of Baroda launched an agricultural investment credit for farmers of Rajasthan, under which they can avail of loan from the bank’s branches for construction of farm ponds, installation of solar pumps, installation of micro irrigation, and for any other viable agriculture and allied activities. 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 and release of funds (in US$ million) - National Horticulture Mission (2015-16)

Allocation 8.40

Release 3.81

Release of funds (in US$ million) - Floriculture under MIDH (2014-15)

Release 0.01

Source: State Budget 2015-16, Ministry of Agriculture & Cooperation

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ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT – FDI INFLOWS & INVESTMENTS

According to the Department of Industrial Policy and FDI equity inflows, 2008-09 to 2016-17 (US$ million) Promotion (DIPP), FDI inflows, from April 2000 to December 2016, stood at US$ 1.47 billion. 541

The electricity and manufacturing sector accounted for 343 majority of investments made in the state. 157 In the Union budget 2017, the government has allocated 132 funds for setting up two crude oil storages in Chandikhol, 31 51 33 38 50 Odisha and Bikaner, Rajasthan. 1

Source: Department Of Industrial Policy & Promotion 1Data for April 2016 – December 2016

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BUDGET 2016-17

The total Budget estimated for the year 2016-17 is US$ 15.23 billion.

Annual Budget (estimates in US$ billion) 2015-16 Percentage of total Agriculture & other services 0.86 5.62 Rural development 1.88 12.33 Special area program 0.04 0.26 Irrigation & flood control 0.35 2.31 Power 4.82 31.64 Industry & minerals 0.08 0.53 Transportation 0.97 6.35 Scientific services 0.02 0.11 Social 5.82 38.22 Economic services 0.27 1.79 General services 0.13 0.83

Source: Rajasthan Budget 2016-17

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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (1/5)

As of December 2015, Rajasthan had 8,016.18 km of national highways. As of December 2015, the number of registered motor vehicles in the state stood at 13.35 million, witnessing an The total road length in Rajasthan is around 208,341.81 increase of 10.31% in comparison with the previous year. km. As on December 2015, the road density of the state was 60.88 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 Source: NHAI (National Highways Authority of India), state of Rajasthan. The bid project cost stood at around Statistics Rajasthan Government USD132.53 million. Rajasthan Economic Survey 2015-16.

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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (2/5)

Under road infrastructure, work on 13 projects of 132 KV Road length (km) Road type GSS and 2 projects of 220KV GSS, to be constructed as of 2015-16 under PPP, is under process. During 2016-17, Gramin Gaurav Path and missing links of 2,000 km will be National highways 8,016.18 constructed. State highways 11,421.52 Districts of and Alwar are to be included under OPRC system. Major district roads 9,814.77

As per Budget 2016-17, a provision of US$ 198.60 Other district roads 29,602.63 million, and US$ 109.37 million has been made by the state government for the construction of rural roads as Village roads 149,486.71 well as modernisation of NABARD assisted road works under RIDF. Total 208,341.81

An allocation of US$ 122.21 million has also been made Source: Statistics Rajasthan Government under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana for the construction of 2,000 km roads and connection of 900 Under State Road Development Fund and PWD, the habitations. provision of US$ 76.38 million and US$ 869.23 million was made by the state government during 2016-17. An amount of US$ 40.78 million was allocated under Central Road Fund (CRF) for the modernisation and In May 2017, the Asian Development Bank decided to renovation of the 250 km state highway as well as major provide an investment of US$ 500 million for improving district roads. the connectivity and transport efficiency of state highways in Rajasthan.

Source: Rajasthan Economic Survey 2015-16. Rajasthan Budget 2016-17

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New works expected to be undertaken in 2016-17 Budget –

At a cost of US$ 91.65 million, the construction of 2,500 km of renewal non-patchable roads will be taken up during 2016-17.

An amount of US$ 45.82 million will be spent for the renovation of National Highway roads that pass through the populated areas of the state.

Construction of 10 RoBs at a cost of US$ 51.48 million, for the dedicated freight corridor in the state.

With an amount of US$ 116.25 million, 19 RoBs and 2 RuBs will be constructed in the state.

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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (4/5)

• In 2015-16, 4,262 km of BT roads have been constructed under NABARD RIDF XVII/XVIII/XIX, Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), Rajasthan Road Sector Modernisation Project (RRSMP) and Rural Roads • Under PMGSY, with an expenditure of US$ 49.03 million, 802 habitations, with 350 and above population, have been connected through 2,118 km long BT road. Road development achievements • Under NABARD RIDF XVIII/XIX, 371 9 villages with 250-499 inhabitants are now connected by BT roads. (2015-16, Upto • Under RRSMP, 895 villages with population ranging between 250-499 are now connected with 2,021 km December 2015) BT road worth US$ 130.39 million • Under NABARD-XVII/XVIII, 77 km of missing links have been built • The construction work of RoB at , Modak and Mania-Murena was finished.

• Six lane work on Jaipur- NH-8 at a cost of US$ 0.31 billion and length of 225.60 km was under process. Around 90% of construction work has been completed till December 2015. • Four lane work on Jaipur-Deoli-Kota NH-12 was undertaken at a cost of US$ 0.22 billion and spanning over National Highway a stretch of 232.4 km. As on July 2016, 99.21% of work has been finished. The project is expected to be Authority of India complete by December 2016. • Four lane work on -Pali- NH-14 (US$ 0.4 billion and spanning 244 km) is completed. (NHAI) • Two lane work of Parasoli- NH-148D (US$ 13.31 million and spanning 36.26 km) is under progress. Till December 2015, work on construction of 36 km road has been completed. • Two lane work of -Dholpur NH-11B of length 100.9 km worth US$ 39.87 million is under progress. • State Border--Salasar NH-65 two lane work of length 154.14 km worth US$ 80.97 million is under progress. Till December 2015, work on construction of 15.38 km road has been completed.

Source: Government of Rajasthan Economic Review 2015-16 MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 22 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – ROADS … (5/5)

-Biaora NH-12 two lane work of length 62.16 km worth US$ 37.65 million has National Highway been completed. Authority of India • Bhim-Parasoli NH-148D - Two lane work of length 33 km worth US$ 12.27 million is in (NHAI) progress. Till December 2015, construction work on 29.29 km road was finished. • Ladnun–Degana–Mertacity NH-458 two lane work of length 139.9 km worth US$ 41.82 million is in progress. Till December 2015, work on 112.45 km of road has been finished. • –Ladpura NH-758 two lane work of length 67.75 km worth US$ 53.9 million is in progress. Till December 2015, construction work on 50.57 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 12th Five-Year Plan 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.

Source: Government of Rajasthan Economic Review 2014-15

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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – RAILWAYS

As of March, 2016, Rajasthan has a total railway network spanning 5,870.38 km, of which 4,868.06 km was Railway projects covered under broad gauge, 915.56 km under meter gauge and 86.76 km under narrow gauge. Length As per budget 2016-17, the state government allocated Project Year of sanction an amount of US$ 38.19 million for the phase-I-B of metro (km) rail project in the state. In February 2017, the state government approved the Ajmer-Sawai 2015-16 165 laying of a 58.5 km railway track to between Hamira & Madhopur Sonu. The estimated cost of the project is around US$ 38.97 million. The Government of Rajasthan has undertaken the Ajmer-Kota development of a Metro Rail Urban Transport Project in (Nasirabad- 2013-14 145 Jaipur. Jalindri)

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. With majority of the Phase 1-A work completed, trial runs have been initiated in one stretch.

Phase-1-B (Chandpole to Badi Chaupar): It is proposed to be developed by JMRC on its own or through DMRC.

Phase II (Ambabari to Sitapura – 23.1 km): Phase II is proposed to be developed on a PPP model Source: Maps of India Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan, 2014-15, State Budget 2016-17 MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 24 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – AIRPORTS… (1/2)

According to the 2016-17 Budget, US$ 2.73 million would be invested for the development of various airstrips in the state.

The state has a fully operational international airport at Jaipur, with flights to Dubai, Sharjah, Bangkok and Singapore. In March 2016, Jaipur airport handled 279,196 passengers, 1,125 tonnes of freight and recorded 2,293 aircraft movements. International airport Domestic airports are located at Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer and Kota. The Airports Domestic airport Authority of India plans to operate civil airports in Jaisalmer and Bikaner.

AAI further plans to open an airport at Airport Projects . An air cargo complex at Jaipur, and Inland Container Depots (ICDs) at Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bhilwara and Airport Name of work Status (%) facilitate trade within and outside India. Runway Extension, maintenance In April 2017, the state government entered Jaipur of existing runway and drainage 90% into an agreement with Shri Vallabh Pitte & installation of CAT lB ILS (SVP) Group to setup an aircraft maintenance, repairing and overhaul (MRO) facility in Jhalawar with investment of Airport Development 71% USD297.48 million. The facility is expected to create about 2,000 new job opportunities

Source: Airports Authority of India

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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – AIRPORTS… (2/2)

Airport indicators in Rajasthan

No. of passengers Airport 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 Jaipur 1,981,951 2,197,959 2,887,195 Udaipur 435,197 457,841 711,187 Jodhpur 303,678 295,863 301,859

Aircraft movement Airport 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 Jaipur 19,808 19,852 24,034 Udaipur 5,636 5,647 7,462 Jodhpur 2,988 3,058 2,976

Freight (in tonnes) Airport 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 Jaipur 6,705 3,259 9,370 Udaipur 0 35 54 Jodhpur 19 12 13

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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – POWER … (1/2)

As of March 2017, Rajasthan had a total installed power generation capacity of 19,776.32 Installed power capacity (MW) MW. This comprised of 6,905.61 MW under state owned projects, 2,670.76 MW under central sector projects and 10,199.95 MW under private sector projects. 19,776.32 17,914.08 As of March 2017, of the total installed power 16,228.69 generation, 11,050.81 MW was contributed by 14,124.40 thermal energy, 6,237.80 MW by renewable 12,155.60 10,160.80 energy, 1,930.97 MW by hydro power & nuclear 8,975.10 7,768.50 energy contribute 556.74 MW. 6,426.20 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 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 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 power plant, followed by 2 plants of 660 MW each. Solar energy has lit up 26 remote villages in 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 Source: Central Electricity Authority

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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE – POWER … (2/2) As per the Budget 2016-17, the total estimated expenditure for power sector in the state stood at US$ 4.81 billion. The Internal and Extra Budgetary Resources (IEBR) included in the state were valued at US$ 1.55 billion, which included: US$ 271.06 million and US$ 194.92 million of Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited and Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited, respectively; and US$ 254.99 million, US$ 253.58 million and US$ 175.98 million of DISCOM Jaipur, DISCOM Jodhpur and DISCOM Ajmer, respectively. The Government of Rajasthan would provide US$ 363.26 million for the purpose of equity contribution during 2016-17. in addition, US$ 410.33 million has also been allocated for various externally aided projects in the state. 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.

New sub-stations and capacity in No/MVA (during 2010-11 and 2015-16)

Volt 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 (1)

765 KV ------2/6,000 2/6,000 400 KV 9/4,845 9/4,845 9/5,475 9/6,420 9/7,235 9/7,235 220 KV 74/15,255 80/18,425 86/19,815 93/22,105 101/24,075 106/25,585 310/18,193. 329/21,202. 132 KV 348/23,222 360/24,724 370/26,068.5 384/27,508.5 5 5 Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2015-16, State Budget 2016-17 MVA - Mega Volt Ampere (1) Upto December, 2015

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According to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), Rajasthan had nearly 0.74 million wire-line Telecom infrastructure ( February 2017) subscribers as of February 2017. Wireless subscribers 66,857,367 Wireline subscribers 738,981 As of December 2016, Rajasthan had 19,540,000 internet ) subscribers. The state recorded a tele-density of 91.44% as Internet subscribers 19,540,000 of February 2017.

As of April 2016, the state recorded 23,286 new telephone wireless connections of Tata, 5,190 connections of Vodafone and 33,854 wireless connections of Reliance. Major telecom operators in Rajasthan

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) By the end of February 2017, 22,494,838 subscribers had submitted request for mobile number portability in Bharti Airtel Rajasthan. Tata Teleservices Reliance Communications Vodafone Essar Aircel Limited IDEA Cellular Services

Source: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, (1) As of December 2016

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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 (RUS$IP) : After the success of RUIDP-phase-I, Rajasthan Urban Sector Development & Investment Programme (RUS$IP), ADB approved financing the phase-II in 3 tranches. The chief objective of the project is to develop the living conditions & urban environment, enhance social & economic development of 15 urban centres of Rajasthan, namely Alwar, Baran, Barmer, Bharatpur, , Chittorgarh, Churu, Dholpur, Jaisalmer, Jhalawar, Karauli, , Raj Samand, Sawai Madhapur & .

As per Budget 2016-17, a total of 37 towns are expected to be benefited from phase-IV of RUIDP project for various sewerages, drainages, etc. The total cost allocated for this projects during 2016-17 is US$ 641.61 million. For the development of housing & urban development sector in the state, the state government proposed an allocation of US$ 1.14 billion during 2016-17.

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.

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The announcement regarding endowment of US$ 119.15 million for the Externally Aided Rajasthan Urban Sector Development Investment Programme during 2016-17 was also made in the Rajasthan Budget 2016-17.

*Phase-III (Newly approved Project) – with loan assistance from ADB, Government of Rajasthan (GoR) approved the RUSDP - 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.

Up to December 2015, the construction work on 250.12 thousand dwelling units was taken up by RHB (Rajasthan Housing Board). Out of these dwelling units, 237.75 thousand have been completed.

The water management works in and 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.

Source: JNNURM, Ministry of Urban Development, Rajasthan Budget 2016-17

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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, , Ganganagar, , 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)

Projects under Projects under planning or Sector Projects completed implementation 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

Source: Ministry of Finance, Government of India

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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP (PPP) PROJECTS … (2/2)

Details of key public-private partnership projects as of July 2016:

Project cost Project name Sector PPP type Stage (US$ million) Road Upgradation (Nagaur-Bikaner) Project (DBFOT) Transport 57.76 Under construction Road Upgradation (Jodhpur-Pali) Project (DBFOT) Transport 50.82 Under construction Road Upgradation (Gomati Chauraha - Udaipur Operation and (DBFOT) Toll Transport 139.63 NH-8) Project maintenance stage Road Upgradation (Chittorgarh-Neemach- (DBFOT) Transport 78.10 Under construction -Pratapgarh) Project Road Upgradation (Bikaner-) Project (DBFOT) Transport 76.55 Under construction Operation and Road Upgradation (Bikaner-Sikar) Project (DBFOT) Transport 99.43 maintenance stage Road Upgradation (Bar--Jodhpur) Project (BOT) Transport 1.36 Completed Operation and Construction of Bharatpur Bye-Pass Road (BOT) Transport 2.02 maintenance stage Social and Operation and Cold Storage Project (Sikar) Lease commercial 0.78 maintenance stage infrastructure Road Upgradation (--Bhadra) (DBFOT) Transport 44.54 Under construction Project Social and Operation and Cold Storage Project (Bhawanimandi) Lease commercial 1.08 maintenance stage infrastructure Social and Cold Storage Project (Barmer) Lease commercial 1.17 Under construction infrastructure Source: Ministry of Finance, Government of India , BOT: Build-Operate-Transfer, DBFOT: Design, Build, Finance, Operate, Transfer MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 34 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS: SEZs … (1/2)

SEZ with Formal Approval

Company name or developer Location Primary industry Area in Hectares

Kalwara Village, District Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur) Limited IT/ITeS 150.28 Jaipur

Khushkera Industrial Area, Electronics hardware and software/ Somani Worsted Limited 20 Bhiwadi ITeS

Mansarovar Industrial Development Kaparda, Jodhpur IT/ITeS 10 Corporation

Electronic hardware and software GENPACT INDIA Jaipur 10 including IT/ITeS

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) Village Kalwara, District Jaipur Gems and jewellery 10.13 Limited

Mahindra World City (Jaipur) Village Kalwara, District Jaipur IT/ITeS 33.25 Limited

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Notified SEZs

Company name or developer Location Primary industry Area in Hectares

Mahindra World City (Jaipur) Ltd. Kalwara Village, District Jaipur IT/ITeS 150.28 Khushkera Industrial Area, Bhiwadi Electronics hardware and Somani Worsted Limited 20 District software/ITeS RNB Infrastructure Private Limited Bikaner Textiles 103.39 Kalwara and Bhambhoriya villages, Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur) Limited Engineering and related industries 103.17 District Jaipur Mahindra Worldcity (Jaipur) Limited Kalwara village, District Jaipur Handicraft 165.21

GENPACT Infrastructure (Jaipur) Village Jamdoli, Tehsil Jaipur IT/ITeS 10.11 Pvt. Ltd 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

SEZ with in-principle approval

Company name or developer Location Primary industry Area in hectares

Arihant Infratech (India) Pvt. Ltd. Udaipur District, Building materials 220

Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry

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SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Initiatives under Rajasthan Budget 2016-17: Human Resource and Social Development Increase in the mess allowance by four times for the PPP hostels of SJED. Allocation of US$ 1.21 million and US$ 229.14 thousand for the infrastructure gaps in SJED hostels as well as installation of solar heater systems in SJED residential schools. In next 3 years, under the Dev Narain Yojana, 6 new residential schools and 5 hostels will be constructed. Provision of coaching to around 1,000 students that are eligible for IIM, IIT, etc. in Jaipur and Kota. At a cost of US$ 2.40 million, seven new hostel buildings are to be constructed. For a new Juvenile Homes building across three districts of the state, US$ 774.51 thousand has been allocated. Allocation of US$ 678.27 thousand for running of 2 residential schools of 280 capacity during 2016-17.

As per the Budget 2016-17, the government allocated US$ 5.82 billion to the state under the social and community services.

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SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – EDUCATION … (1/2)

There are 10 Balika Awasiya Vidhalayas imparting education to 500 girls in the state. The state has a literacy rate of 66.1%; the male literacy rate is 80.5% and the female literacy rate is 52.7%. During 2015-16 (till December 2015), under Rajasthan Minority Financial and Development Co-operative The state’s school infrastructure consists of primary Corporation (RMFDCC), loan of US$ 1.35 million was (42,441), upper primary (37,645) and secondary/sr. sanctioned to around 1,856 beneficiaries in the state. secondary (27,688).

In total, the state had 2,528 colleges including 126 engineering colleges and 77 MBA colleges, that are Rajasthan’s education statistics (2015-16) functional. Primary: 42,441 Upper primary: 37,645 As of 2015-16, there were 219 government sanctioned Schools (No) industrial training institutes (ITIs) with a total of 271,713 Secondary/senior secondary: training seats comprising 54,535 seats for training and 27,688 1,597 private ITIs. Moreover, for various ITI schemes in the state, US$ 5.14 million was spent during 2015-16. Colleges (No) 2,528

The state has around 214 polytechnics with an intake Government sanctioned: 219 ITIs (No) capacity of 56,735 students. Private sector: 1,597

Functional engineering The state has 200 functional Kasturba Gandhi Balika 126 colleges Vidhalayas (KGBV) established for promoting girls education in the state, wherein education is being imparted Functional MBA 77 to 19,553 girls. institutions

Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2015-16 MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 38 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

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According to Rajasthan Budget 2016-17 – Education – A total allocation of US$ 3.54 billion for the school education. Provision of US$ 8.95 million and US$ 7.31 million for providing the vocational training in around 380 schools and for the construction of Shardey Balika hostels, respectively. Jansahbhagita School Development Scheme, an allocation of US$ 3.81 million has been proposed. Three upper primary schools in the state will be upgraded to secondary schools for specially abled students. Allocation of US$ 27.49 million has been made for fulfilling the civil works in across 445 secondary as well as senior secondary schools of the state. 61 Swami Vivekanand Modal Schools and all Shardey Balika Hostels will be operational during 2016-17 For the rebuilding of 60 derelict secondary and senior secondary schools, an allocation of US$ 7.63 million has been made by the state government. Higher and Technical Education - Initiation of new under graduate courses and post graduate courses in 13 colleges and 11 colleges, respectively, of the state. Provision of US$ 15.96 million and US$ 26.42 million for the construction of new college buildings as well as development of infrastructure of colleges and universities in the state. Establishment of Bikaner Technical University and implementation of Wi-Fi services across 5 colleges on pilot basis, during 2016-17.

Medical Education - Provision of US$ 611.06 thousand each for the development of cobalt machine in Udaipur and modular operation theatre in Ajmer. For constructing a new building of senior resident hostel in Udaipur, an allocation of US$ 2.21 million has been made. Provision of US$ 64.16 million for increasing 350 MBBS seats in medical colleges of the state.

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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- Health indicators centres. Population served per medical 3,715 institution A number of initiatives such as the Chief Minister’s ‘Jeevan Raksha Scheme’ & the World Bank-assisted Rajasthan Health Population served per hospital 1,510 System Development Project have been taken up to improve bed

healthcare facilities in the state. 1 Birth rate 25.6

1 During 2015-16, 3 primary health centres were upgraded to Death rate 6.5 community health centres. Life expectancy at birth (year) A total of 138 AYUSH doctors & 171 nursing staff were active under NHM (National Health Mission), during 2015-16 (up to Male (2006-10) 64.7 December 2015). Female (2006-10) 68.3

Health infrastructure as of December 2015

Community health centres 571 Source: Sample Registration System (SRS) Primary health centres 2,132 1Per thousand persons Sub-centres 14,408 Hospitals 114 Dispensaries 194

Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2015-16

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SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE – HEALTH…(2/2)

As per budget 2015-16, US$ 923.83 million was allocated to the state for the development of the medical & health sectors. For National Health Mission, US$ 262.14 million has been allocated As of March 2017, the government is planning on establishing the US$ 763.82 thousand allocated for the new Swasthaya state as a medical hub, by focusing on providing advanced medical Bhawan Building. machines to hospitals and facilities of cadaveric transplant, at new Provision of 7 mobile dental vans & 100 new dental chairs for medical colleges in the state. the divisional headquarters. For the setting up of food security laboratories across 5 more The other allocations provided to the state during 2015-16 include: districts of the state, an allocation of US$ 4.2 million has been Allocation of US$ 55.05 million and US$ 16.11 million for made. Nisulk Drug Distribution Scheme & Nisulk Janch Yojana For the construction of new buildings of PHC, sub centres as through DMHS respectively, including the construction of 9 well CHC, an allocation of US$ 763.82 thousand has been primary health centres, 2 community health centres and 54 made. sub centre buildings. For National Rural Health Mission (NHM), the Government allocated US$ 244.21 million. Allocation of US$ 4.60 million & US$ 12.98 million was made for Mukhya Mantri Jeevan Raksha Kosh Yojana & Dhanvantari Ambulance Service Yojana, respectively. US$ 109.50 million was set aside for Family Welfare Department including US$ 26.11 million for Subh Laxmi Yojana.

Medical and Health - Upgrading of 2 sub centres to PHC. Allocation of US$ 763.82 thousand for providing government hospitals with new wheel chairs, beds, etc. Source: Rajasthan Budget 2016-17

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CULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Cricket, polo and aero-sports, such as parasailing, paragliding, are Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur the popular sports in Rajasthan. The state has various district • House of Museums: Showcases ethnic art pieces associations operating under the purview of the Rajasthan Cricket displaying Rajasthani folk culture. Association. Most important stadiums of the state include Sawai • Mansingh Stadium, Chaugan Stadium, Pratap Stadium, House of Theatres: Plays with high literary value are staged here. Mansarovar Stadium (Jaipur). Golf is another popular sport in the state; water sports is an upcoming area. Rajasthan offers various • Library: Has books and magazines, along with a adventure activities, including camel safari, horse safari, jeep safari record of the forthcoming and past cultural events and and elephant safari. exhibitions. • Arts Gallery: Displays arts and crafts created by well- known artists. Key cultural centres in Rajasthan include Jawahar Kala Kendra and • Studio: Exhibits paintings and sculptures by well- Radha Krishan Cultural and Convention Centre in Jaipur, Bharatiya known artists. Lok Kala Mandal and Meera Kala Mandir in Udaipur, and Desert • Cultural Centre in Jaisalmer. Hostel: Residential facilities.

According to Rajasthan Budget 2016-17 – The government allocated US$ 11.96 million for the development of arts and culture in the state. Youth and Sports US$ 2.65 million sanctioned for development and maintenance of various stadiums Self defence raining will be provided to 150 thousand girls for next three years Provision of US$ 611.06 thousand for the Indoor Halls in 5 blocks One state level team for Kabaddi and Hockey will be sponsored by RIICO and RSMM For the new capacity hostel in SMS stadium, an amount of US$ 1.52 million has been allocated

Source: Economic Review of Rajasthan 2015-16, State Budget 2016-17

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SMART CITIES

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 Jaipur projects for Jaipur smart city including a rooftop solar power plant, 14 traditional step wells, parking and real-time Public Ajmer 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 Kota round of selection.

Cities Population Literacy rate Udaipur Ajmer 2,583,052 69.33% Udaipur 3,068,420 61.82% Kota 1,951,014 76.56% Jaipur 6,626,178 75.51%

Source: TechSci Research, News articles

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KEY INDUSTRIES … (1/2)

Bureau of Investment Promotion (BIP) and Rajasthan Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO) are responsible Key industries in Rajasthan for promoting investments and developing industrial infrastructure in the state. The Government of Rajasthan is promoting the Cement Auto and auto components development of several SEZs across the state for sectors such as Tourism Textile gems and jewellery, handicrafts, IT, electronics, automotive/auto components and textiles. IT and ITeS Agro-based industry Ceramics Gems and jewellery Rajasthan is endowed with two critical resources that are essential Mining & minerals Marble for solar power production: high level of solar radiation per square inch and large amounts of contiguous, relatively flat, undeveloped Handicraft Steel land. The natural resources, policy incentives, strategic location and Ceramics 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 2016-17, the Government of Rajasthan allocated US$ 81.03 million for the industry and minerals sector during 2016-17. Industries For the Start-up Policy 2015, an allocation of US$ 1.65 million has been made In Karoli, a 122 acre green field electronic manufacturing cluster will be set up Skill development training in textile will be given to 11,000 youth of the state 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 MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 44 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

KEY INDUSTRIES … (2/2)

Proposed investments According to Rajasthan Budget 2016-17 – Year IEMs filed (in US$ million) Small scale industries - 2008 102 4,450.11 Portal of handmade in Rajasthan to be initiated 2009 88 2,878.74 Establishment of MSME facilitation centre as well as livelihood business incubator in each district of the 2010 122 6,546.56 state 2011 165 5,146.36 Five times increase in the provision for Rajasthan 2012 163 Leather Handicraft and Modernisation Scheme. 3,331.14 Initiation of sub DIC office in 2013 151 6,803 For training 6,000 artisans through RUDA 2014 78 1,216.82 professionals, a provision of US$ 305.53 thousand (1) has been made. 2015 64 1,020.23 US$ 0.41 million will be invested for development of Khadi sector Source: Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, State Budget 2016-17 IEM: Industrial Entrepreneurs Memorandum, (1) As of October 2015

Out of the total allocated budget for operating industries and minerals sector, US$ 22.91 million was proposed to be allocated to the Internal and Extra Budgetary Resources (IEBR) of Rajasthan State Mines and Minerals Ltd. In addition, US$ 36.15 million was proposed to be allocated for the Industries Department and US$ 1.05 million for the Bureau of Investment Promotion of the state.

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 worth US$ 11.15 million.

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KEY INDUSTRIES – CEMENT … (1/2)

Rajasthan has huge reserves of cement-grade and Steel- Melting-Shop (SMS) grade limestone. SMS-grade limestone Key players from Jaisalmer is supplied to various steel plants in the country. • ACC Limited • Ambuja Cement Limited Rajasthan has 21 major cement plants, having a total • Shree Cement Limited capacity of 55 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). It is the • Grasim Industries Limited largest cement-producing state in India.

The state has about 17% share in cement grade limestone As of March 2016, UltraTech Cement Ltd. reserves of India. commissioned its clinker plant of 2Mta in Shambhupura, Rajasthan. 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, , 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.

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KEY INDUSTRIES – CEMENT … (2/2)

ACC Ltd • ACC is the largest cement producer in India; its plant at (Bundi), Rajasthan, has a production capacity of 1.5 MTPA. The company generated total income of US$ 1.94 billion during 2015-16. The company is also one of the largest manufacturers of ready-mix concrete in India.

Ambuja Cements Ltd • 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. During 2015-16, the company recorded revenues of US$ 1.55 billion. 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 Shree 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, , Suratgarh and Jaipur in Rajasthan. The revenues generated by the company stood at US$ 1,070.59 million during 2014-15.

• Grasim Industries Limited is a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group. Grasim Industries Ltd • 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 and Shambhupura in Rajasthan. The company recorded revenues of US$ 1.05 billion in 2015-16.

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Rajasthan is among the largest mineral-producing states in India. Around 79 varieties of minerals are available in the state and 57 Prospective locations for metals minerals are produced on a commercial scale. Some of the belt in and Dariba in important minerals found in the state are asbestos (amphibole), . barytes, feldspar, fireclay, fluorspar, iron ore (magnetite and hematite), ochre, pyrite, silver, phosphate fluoride, wollastonite, Copper Deposits of copper also reported to be found in rock phosphate, copper, lead-zinc, gypsum, clay, granite, marble, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, , Jaipur, Pali, , Sikar, sandstone, dolomite, calcite, emeralds and garnets. It is home to and Udaipur districts. the second highest number of mines in the country (557 mines). Zawar in Udaipur district, Bamnia Kalan, Rajpura- The state is a leading producer of major minerals such as Dariba in Rajsamand and Rampura/Agucha in wollastonite, lead-zinc, calcite, gypsum, rock phosphate, ochre, Lead-Zinc . silver as well as minor minerals such as marble, sandstone, Lead-zinc occurrences also reported from Ajmer, serpentine (green marble), etc., which contribute almost 90-100% Chittorgarh, Pali and Sirohi districts. to national production. Gold Banswara and Sirohi districts. Ajmer, Bhilwara, Jhunjhunu, Rajsamand and The production of concentrated copper in the state increased Silver from 43.2 thousand tonnes in 2012-13 to 44.1 thousand tonnes in Udaipur districts. 2014-15. Production of iron ore in the state increased from 696 thousand tonnes in 2013-14 to 1,122 thousand tonnes in 2014- Production of ball clay in the state increased from 1.54 15. Production of lead & zinc ore in the state increased from 8.7 million tonnes in 2012-13 to 1.75 million tonnes in 2014- million tonnes in 2012-13 to 9.4 million tonnes in 2014-15. 15. Production of dolomite in the state increased from Production of lead concentrate in the state increased from 184.4 224.8 thousand tonnes in 2012-13 to 381.3 thousand thousand tonnes in 2012-13 to 197.6 thousand tonnes in 2014- tonnes in 2014-15. Production of garnet (abrasive) 15. Production of zinc concentrate in the state increased from increased from 614 tonnes in 2012-13 to 725 tonnes in 1.49 million tonnes in 2012-13 to 1.51 million tonnes in 2014-15. 2014-15. Production of limestone increased from 52.54 Production of manganese ore in the state increased from 4,987 million tonnes in 2013-14 to 61.54 million tonnes in tonnes in 2013-14 to 6,059 tonnes in 2014-15. 2014-15. Source: Ministry of Mines, Government of India MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 48 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

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As per Budget 2016-17, US$ 4.16 million was allocated by the state government for the Mines and Geology Mineral production in the state of Rajasthan Department. The state government allocated US$ 22.91 (as on February 2016) million for environment, road and medical-related works during 2016-17. Name of Unit Production mineral Rajasthan accounts for 23.92 million tones in resources of Copper ore Tonnes 96,065 tungsten ore which contributes ~17% of India’s resources. In 2015, the state’s copper ore resources accounted for Limestone Thousand tonnes 6,087 49.86% of the country’s resources. In terms of production, Iron ore Thousand tonnes 99 Rajasthan produces ~ 32% of the total copper production of India. As of November 2015, the state had 3,403 mining Silver Kg 40,238 leases for major minerals and 11,861 mining leases for Manganese Ore Tonnes 116 minor chemicals. Lead & Zinc Ore Tonnes 8,71,993 The state has come up with - New Mineral Policy, 2015. Lignite Thousand tonnes 955 The main emphasis of the policy is on widespread job- creation, introducing cutting-edge technology in exploitation, Phosphorite Tonnes 53,628 minimizing wastage and act as a source of higher revenue generation for the government. In line with the state government's agenda of becoming the top mining destination in the country, Rajasthan government As on February 2016, the total value of mineral production is holding an open auction of a copper block and four in the state of Rajasthan was recorded at US$ 303.85 limestone blocks. million. This was 9.9% of the total production value for the country. Source: Ministry of Mines, Government of India, Bureau of Investment Promotion

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Base and noble metals: Rajasthan has immense potential for mining base metals and noble metals in a belt that Key players in mining industry covers the following districts: Alwar, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur, , Bharatpur, Ajmer, Bhilwara, Rajsamand, • Hindustan Zinc Limited Pali, Sirohi, Udaipur, Banswara and Dungarpur. • Hindustan Copper Limited • Rajasthan State Mines and Minerals Limited Dimensional stones: The state has substantial reserves of (RSMML) different varieties of dimensional stones such as marble, granite, sandstone and slate, with tremendous potential for exports and forward linkages with the construction industry. Key players in the ceramics industry

• Kajaria Ceramics Limited Lignite: Rajasthan has about 5,720 million tonnes of lignite • Liberty Whiteware Limited reserves in the districts of Barmer, Bikaner, Nagaur, • Jaipur Ceramics Private Limited Jaisalmer and . 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 Key players in marble industry for setting up thermal power plants. • Elegant Marble and Granite Inc Ceramics: The availability of clay and feldspar in Rajasthan • Maadhav Marbles and Granites Limited 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.

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• 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. Hindustan Zinc Ltd (HZL) • 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$ 1.27 billion during April-September 2015.

Hindustan Copper Ltd • 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$ 0.19 billion in 2014-15 and US$ 72.90 million during April 2015-September 2015. HCL has four operating units of mines and plants, one of which is the Khetri Copper Complex (KCC) at Khetrinagar in Rajasthan.

Rajasthan State Mines • RSMML is a public sector enterprise of the Government of Rajasthan, primarily engaged in and Minerals Limited mining and marketing of industrial minerals. The company has various Strategic Business Units (RSMML) (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.

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• Kajaria Ceramics is the largest manufacturer of ceramic tiles in India. The company has seven Kajaria Ceramics Ltd manufacturing plants, with an annual capacity of 45.2 million sq m. • The company exports tiles to more than 20 countries worldwide. • The company recorded revenues of US$ 370.1 million during 2014-15 and US$ 195.66 million during April-September 2015. • 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 Ltd • 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 Jaipur Ceramics Pvt Ltd 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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Elegant Marbles & Granite Industries 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 , Rajasthan. • The company’s total installed capacity for processing marble and granite is 2.5 million sq ft. • The company imports marble from Italy, France, Norway, Spain, Greece and Nepal.

Maadhav Marbles and • Madhav Marbles and Granites Limited exports its products to North America, South America, Granites Ltd 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. Some of the key players Over 100 units are currently functional in Bhiwadi, Neemrana and Pathredi in Alwar district, Rajasthan. These are the 3 • Amtek Auto Limited main auto clusters in Rajasthan. • Ashok Leyland • TAFE Special auto and engineering zones have been developed in • Honda Siel Cars India Limited 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.

Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion, News articles

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• Amtek Auto Limited is a flagship company of the Amtek Group; it is a leading Indian supplier of Amtek Auto Ltd 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, during September 2014- September 2015, stood at US$ 626.04 million .

• Ashok Leyland is a flagship company of the Hinduja Group; it is among the leading Ashok Leyland 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 55 High Pressure Die-Castings (HPDC) and aluminium products, predominantly for the automotive and telecommunications sectors. The company’s gross sales valued US$ 1.55 billion during April-September 2016.

Tractors and Farm • TAFE is in the tractor manufacturing business; its subsidiary, TAFE Motors and Tractors Equipment Ltd (TAFE) 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 Honda Siel Cars India Ltd 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.

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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, Some of the sanctioned textile parks in Rajasthan

low-weight fabric (at Pali, Balotra, Sanganer and ). Jaipur is a • Jaipur Texweaving Park Ltd, Kishangarh well-known centre for manufacturing garments, primarily for exports. • Kishangarh Hi-Tech Textile Park Ltd, Kishangah Bhilwara has emerged as India's largest manufacturer of suiting fabrics and yarn. Around 16 ATDC smart centres have been opened in • Next Gen Textile Park Pvt Ltd, Pali Rajasthan to train people. Availability of raw material and trained labour • Jaipur Integrated Texcraft Park Pvt Ltd, Bagru has promoted the growth of the textile industry and has driven • Bharat Fabtex and Corporate Park Pvt Ltd, Pali establishment of many textile units in the state. Nine integrated textile • Mewar Industrial Textile Park Ltd, Pali 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. Types of textiles in Rajasthan

During April-June 2015, 42.08 thousand tonnes of cotton yarn was • Block printing – Sanganer, Jaipur, Bagru produced in the state. Production of spun yarn in the state during 2015- • Bandhani – Jodhpur, Pali, Jaipur, Udaipur and 16, stood at 249.14 million kg. Nathdwara • Zari/Zardosi • Quilting Funds released under Handicraft Schemes (2015-16)- US$ million Some of the key players Ambedkar Hastshilp Vikas Yojana 5.59 • Rajasthan Spinning and Weaving Mills Ltd Design and technological upgradation 0.76 • Jaykay Enterprises Ltd Human resource development 6.20 • Shree Rajasthan Syntex Limited Total 12.55 • Shriram Rayons

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Rajasthan Spinning and • Rajasthan Spinning and Weaving Mills Limited (RSWM) is a flagship company of LNJ Bhilwara Weaving Mills Ltd 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 360,000 spindles and produces 110,000 MT of yarn annually. • RSWM has plants in Banswara, Mordi, Kharigram, Mandpam, Ringas and Rishabdev.

Jaykay Enterprises Ltd • 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$ 0.01 million for the first quarter of 2016-17. Shree Rajasthan Syntex Ltd • 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$ 10.35 million during April-June, 2016. • 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 Shriram Rayons 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)

Tourist arrivals in Rajasthan (in million) 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). 1.40 1.52 1.47 1.10 1.30 1.40 1.50 1.43 In 2015-16, 41.50 million domestic tourists and 1.47 million foreign 41.50 27.10 28.60 30.30 30.29 33.07 tourists visited Rajasthan. As per Budget 2016-17, US$ 23.65 million 25.60 25.50 was allocated by the government for improving the condition of the tourism sector in the state.

The state government is encouraging JVs and contract management of private heritage properties (forts, fortresses, palaces and havelis) as Domestic Foreign well as identifying heritage government properties to award on a lease basis. Key Hotels

As per state budget 2016-17 • Rambagh Palace There will be a hike of 79% in allocations for tourist area • Rajvilas development works • Udaivilas For new museum of records as well as reference library in • Fairmont Jodhpur’s Oriental Research Institute, an allocation of US$ • ITC-Sheraton 1.64 million and US$ 229.14 thousand respectively has been • The Oberoi proposed • Holiday Inn US$ 252.06 thousand has been allocated for the renovation of • Radisson Blu Kathak Kendra in Jaipur. Moreover, for Jawahar Kala Kendra, • Le Meridien an allocation of US$ 1.06 million has been made.

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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.

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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$ 109.96 million for the Department of Information Technology and Communication in the state. In January 2017, Government of Rajasthan launched its pilot project of cashless transactions in the state’s , Rarah gram panchayat Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion, Government of Rajasthan, ESDM - Electronic System Design & Manufacturing MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 60 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

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According to Rajasthan Budget 2016-17, following steps will be taken by the state government – Key players Establishment of Command and Control Centres in the state’s 7 divisional headquarters • Infosys Construction of new data centre building in the state for the development of the IT sector • Tech Mahindra Implementation of IT enabled monitoring of wildlife as well as other forest activities, • Genpact • Wipro Technologies

Source: State Budget, Government of Rajasthan

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• 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, Infosys 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$ 10.01 billion during 2015-16 and US$ 2.61 billion during first quarter of 2016-17. • 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$ 4.04 billion during Tech Mahindra 2015-16. 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.

Genpact • 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 about 67,900 professionals. It has a global operation centre in Jaipur.

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• Wipro Technologies was established in 1945; it is engaged in IT services, product engineering, Wipro Technologies 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$ 7.82 billion in 2015-16 and US$ 2.03 billion during first quarter of 2016-17. 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 • CFCL manufactures and distributes urea, agri-inputs, fertilisers, plant protection chemicals, Chemicals Ltd (CFCL) 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$ 1.60 billion during 2015-16.

P I Industries Ltd • 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$ 320.31 million during 2015-16. The company has its R&D unit at Udaipur in Rajasthan.

DCM Shriram • DCM Shriram Industries Limited is a diversified group with operations in sugar, alcohol, organic Industries Ltd 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$ 185.78 million during 2015-16.

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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.

• AAL manufactures steel ingots and castings. Asian Alloys Limited (AAL) • 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 Ispat Ltd • Kamdhenu manufactures international quality steel bars and paints. • The company generated total income of US$ 128.50 million during 2015-16. • The company has a steel-bars unit in Bhiwadi and a paint division in Alwar.

PSL Ltd • 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 income of US$ 43 million during 2015-16.

Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion

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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, Jaipur’s gems and jewellery cluster epidotes, topazes, tourmalines, amethysts, crystal quartzes, garnets, and green and blue quartzites. • Production of precious and semi-precious stones such as ruby, emerald, garnets, agate, amethyst, Rajasthan is the largest production centre of coloured precious and semi- topaz, lapis lazuli, carnelian, etc. precious stones as well as the largest manufacturer of cut and polished diamonds in the country. • World's largest centre for gemstone cutting and polishing.

The state has a wide pool of skilled manpower along with several training • 300-year old cluster accounting for about 90% of institutions. The Government of India is planning to set up India's first worldwide emerald cutting. gems bourse in Jaipur with an investment of US$ 8.29 million to facilitate organised trading of gem stones. • 100 active exporters and 1,500 sub-contractors operating in the cluster. Key players include - Dwarka Gems Ltd, Jaipur; Kalajee Jewellery, Jaipur; Amprapali, Jaipur; Mangi Chand Bhandari Jewellers, Jodhpur; Dhannu • Employment generation for nearly 200,000 Jewellers, Ajmer; N D Diamonds, Bhilwara; Suranas, Jaipur individuals.

Opportunities – Source: Ministry of Mines, Government of India, 2 special zones for gems & jewellery have been developed by Bureau of Investment Promotion, news 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.

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KEY INDUSTRIES – OTHER GROWTH SECTORS

• 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 foodgrain production in the state Agro-processing stood at 19.35 million tonnes, which is estimated to reach 22.33 million tonnes in 2016-17. • 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.

• Rajasthan has the third-largest cattle population in India, with some of the finest breeds of milch and draught cattle. Animal • Rajasthan has the largest population of sheep, cattle and camels. The state accounts for nearly – 6.89% husbandry of cattle, 16.03% of goats, 11.94% of buffaloes, 13.95% of sheep and 81.31% of camels in the country. • The total milk and meat production in the state was recorded to be 17.8 million tonnes and 190 thousand tonnes, respectively, during 2015-16. • The state has 8 different breeds of sheep that produce quality carpet wool, along with 3 breeds of goats. During 2016-17, US$ 40.07 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.

• 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 Solar energy average daily solar incidence of 5–7 kWh/sq m, the state is uniquely placed to tap into solar energy profitably. As of December 2015, a total installed capacity of 766.85 MW has been recorded for solar power. The state government also decided to construct 1,000 bore wells based on the solar energy for which US$ 6.64 million was allocated. Source: Bureau of Investment Promotion MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 67 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

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

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:

1. Identifying investment opportunities. Udyog Bhawan, Tilak Marg Jaipur - 302005, Rajasthan 2. Providing access to information that is critical for setting up of Bureau of Phone: 91-141-2227 274, 2227 Investment projects. 812, 2227 713 Promotion 3. Assisting translation of investment possibilities into concrete Fax: 91-141- 2227 506 (BIP) investment proposals. E-mail: [email protected] 4. Nodal agency for single-window clearances. Website: 5. Facilitation on behalf of investors with all Government http://www.investrajasthan.com/ departments /agencies to ensure that proposals get immediate attention. 6. Assisting in site selection and obtaining infrastructural facilities. 7. Interfacing with Government departments for required clearances.

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KEY INVESTMENT PROMOTION OFFICES … (2/3)

Agency Description Contact information

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: Rajasthan State Udyog Bhawan, Tilak Marg Industrial 1. Site selection and acquisition of land. Jaipur, Rajasthan Development and 2. Financial assistance to small, medium and large scale Phone: 91-141-5113 201 / 222 Investment projects. 7751-55 Corporation 3. Equity participation in large projects on merit. E-mail: [email protected] (RIICO) 4. Technical consultancy for project identification and technical Website: http://www.riico.co.in/ tie-ups. 5. Escort services, facilitation of Government clearances. 6. Merchant banking and financial tie-ups. 7. Extending incentives and concessions according to the policy of the State Government.

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Agency Description Contact information

Udyog Bhawan, Tilak Marg Jaipur - 302005, Rajasthan Rajasthan RFC provides medium- and long-term loans for new industrial Phone: 91-141-2385 522 Financial units in the SME sector. It also assists in planning a balanced Fax: 91-141-2385 503 Corporation development of industries in the state. E-mail: [email protected] (RFC) Website: http://rfc.rajasthan.gov.in/

First Floor, LIC Jeevan Nidhi Building Near Ambedkar Circle, PDCOR Limited (PDCOR) is a company jointly promoted by the Bhawani Singh Road, Government of Rajasthan and Infrastructure Leasing & Financial PDCOR Limited Jaipur - 302005, Rajasthan Services Limited (IL&FS) to facilitate private sector investment in Phone: 91-141-2747012-14 the infrastructure sector of Rajasthan. Fax: 91-141-2747045 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.pdcor.com/

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KEY APPROVALS REQUIRED … (1/3)

Permission and Respective departments/ Time limit (within working days) clearances required organisations of state

Up to 10 hectares: 30 days from submission of completed application to district collector. Land conversion Above 10 hectares: 60 days from submission of completed application to State Government.

In case the allotment is to be made at the district level: 30 days from submission of completed application to Revenue department district collector. Land allotment In case Government’s approval is required: 60 days from submission of completed application to the State Government. 60 days at the level of State Government from the date Exemption in the land ceiling limit of submission of application in the district collector’s office.

Source: Industries Department Notification, News Articles

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KEY APPROVALS REQUIRED … (2/3)

Permission and Respective departments/ Time limit (within working days) clearances required organisations of state

1. For loads up to 25 kW: a) Issue of demand notice: 21 days from receipt of application. b) Release of connection: 30 days after compliance of demand notice if no augmentation is required. Otherwise 45 days.

2. For loads above 25 kW and up to 300 kW: a) Issue of demand notice: 21 days from receipt of application. Energy Department b) Release of connection: 60 days after compliance of Release of power (Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam demand notice. connection Ltd) 3. For loads above 300 kW and up to 2,000 kW a) Issue of demand notice: 21 days from receipt of application. b) Release of connection: 60 days after compliance of demand notice.

4. For loads above 2,000 kW and up to 3,000 kW: a) Issue of demand notice: 60 days from receipt of application. b) Release of connection: 60 days after compliance of demand notice.

Source: Industries Department Notification, News Articles

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KEY APPROVALS REQUIRED … (3/3)

Permissions and Respective departments/ Time limit (within working days) clearances required organisations of state

5. For loads above 3,000 kW and up to 5,000 kW: Energy Department a) Issue of demand notice: 21 days from Release of power connection (Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam receipt of application. Ltd) b) Release of connection: 120 days after compliance of demand notice.

Sanction of loan Rajasthan State Industrial 40 days Development and Investment Allotment of plots in industrial area Corporation (RIICO) 30 days

Registration under the VAT Act 24 hours Commercial Taxes Registration under the CST Act 24 hours Department Tax clearance certificate One day in case of non-default of tax payment

Drug Licence – Wholesale 15 days Medical and Health Drug Licence – Retail 15 days Directorate 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 Ministry of Labour and Employment, US$ 3.0 to US$ 5.5 day) 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

US$ 0.05 to US$ 0.28 per sq ft per month Residential space rental (rates depend on the type of structure and Industry sources location)

Domestic: 7.9 cents (US), Commercial: Power cost (per kWh) 11.3 cents (US), Industrial: 9.7 cents (US), DCH Databook, October 2013 Agriculture: 2.5 cents (US)

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STATE ACTS & POLICIES … (1/5)

Policy for Promoting Generation of Electricity from Wind, 2012

Objectives • 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%. Read more

Rajasthan Solar Energy Policy, 2014

Objectives • 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. Read more

Policy for Promoting Generation of Electricity from Biomass, 2010

Objectives • To promote generation of power from biomass. • To offer solutions to various problems faced by developers, investors, Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and utilities. Read more

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STATE ACTS & POLICIES … (2/5)

Rajasthan Industrial and Investment Policy, 2010

Objectives • 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

Rajasthan State Environment Policy, 2010

Objectives • Conserve and enhance environmental resources. • Assure environmental sustainability of key economic sectors. • Improve environmental governance and build capacity. Read more

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STATE ACTS & POLICIES … (3/5)

Policy for Promotion of Agro-processing and Agri-business, 2010

• To increase farmers’ income through more remunerative prices for their produce. Objectives • 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.

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E-Governance and IT/ITeS Policy, 2015

Objectives • 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. Read more

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STATE ACTS & POLICIES … (4/5)

Tourism Policy of Rajasthan

Objective • 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 Read more

Biotech Policy

• Positioning Rajasthan as an attractive destination for the biotech industry. Objectives • 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 Read more

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STATE ACTS & POLICIES … (5/5)

Rajasthan Mineral Policy 2015

Objective • 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

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CONFERENCES/SUMMITS FOR 2016-17

Conference name Location Date

International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Computer , Civil and Mechanical Jaipur 21st August, 2016 Engineering(ICEECCME-16) NIER-International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Civil and Jodhpur 11th September, 2016 Mechanical Engineering (ICEECCME-16) International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Computer , Civil and Mechanical Jaipur 2nd October, 2016 Engineering(ICEECCME-16)

ASAR-International Conference on Electric & Electronic Systems in Hybrid and Jaipur 13th November, 2016 Electric Vehicles and Electrical Management(ICEEHE-16)

Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet (GRAM) Jaipur 9th November, 2016

International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Computer , Civil and Mechanical Jaipur 18th December, 2016 Engineering(ICEECCME-16)

Source: India Conference Alerts

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ANNEXURE

Average exchange rates

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

2016-17E 67.23 Source: Reserve Bank of India MAY 2017 For updated information, please visit www.ibef.org 82 RAJASTHAN ROYAL HERITAGE

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