To make the economy of a state strong, development of mineral resources is a must . Iron, steel, cement, coal, petrol, diesel, aluminium, fertilizers etc. are beneficial just like a milestone in the state’s economy. Every mineral is used as a raw material in the industry, and on the other hand, it also increases the state’s revenue and employment level. In the mineral industry of the state, about 5 lakh people are employed either directly or indirectly. From the viewpoint of cost of production, it is at the 5th position in India.

Currently, Rajasthan is the only producer of Jasper and Wollastonite. The state ranks at number one in the country in the production of Lead, Zinc Ore, Tungston Ore, Phosphorite, Asbestos, Calsite, Bone China, Feldspar, Garnet, Silver Ore, Soapstone etc. At the prevailing rates, earning from minerals in 1991-92 was INR 511 crore, which increased to INR 21750 crore in 2013-14.

Oil, coal, natural gas are the backbone of economy. In this world, life largely depends upon various natural resources. In India, the progress of states like Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, Maharashtra also depends upon such natural resources.