Around November 21, 2025, the Government of Rajasthan announced plans to introduce 12 new industrial and sectoral policies to accelerate economic development, promote investment, and enhance infrastructure — in addition to the 22 sectoral and investment policies already implemented. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma positioned Rajasthan as a preferred investment destination following the Rajasthan Rising — Invest Rajasthan Summit. The 12 new policies target emerging sectors including: Semiconductor Policy (electronics manufacturing ecosystem), Data Centre Policy (cloud and digital infrastructure hub), Medical Devices Policy (biotech parks), Defence and Aerospace Corridor Policy (defence manufacturing and exports), Solar Energy 2.0 Policy, EV and Mobility Policy, Green Hydrogen Policy (natural extension of Rajasthan's 30+ GW renewable energy leadership), Textile and Apparel Policy, Logistics and Warehousing Policy, Innovation and Startup Policy 2.0, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Policy, and Global Capability Centre Policy. The new policies are expected before 'Pravasi Rajasthani Divas' on December 10. Rajasthan's strategic location bordering Pakistan makes it significant for defence manufacturing corridors. With over 26 lakh registered MSME enterprises forming the backbone of its industrial economy, the new policies align with India's PLI schemes. The Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS) framework underpins investor facilitation.
Rajasthan Plans 12 New Industrial and Sectoral Policies; Targets Green Hydrogen, Semiconductors and Defence Manufacturing
Around November 21, 2025, the Government of Rajasthan announced plans to introduce 12 new industrial and sectoral policies to accelerate economic development, promote investment, and enhance infrastructure — in addition to the 22 sectoral and investment policies already implemented. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma positioned Rajasthan as a preferred investment destination following the Rajasthan Rising — Invest Rajasthan Summit. The 12 new policies target emerging sectors including: Semiconductor Policy (electronics manufacturing ecosystem), Data Centre Policy (cloud and digital infrastructure hub), Medical Devices Policy (biotech parks), Defence and Aerospace Corridor Policy (defence manufacturing and exports), Solar Energy 2.0 Policy, EV and Mobility Policy, Green Hydrogen Policy (natural extension of Rajasthan's 30+ GW renewable energy leadership), Textile and Apparel Policy, Logistics and Warehousing Policy, Innovation and Startup Policy 2.0, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Policy, and Global Capability Centre Policy. The new policies are expected before 'Pravasi Rajasthani Divas' on December 10. Rajasthan's strategic location bordering Pakistan makes it significant for defence manufacturing corridors. With over 26 lakh registered MSME enterprises forming the backbone of its industrial economy, the new policies align with India's PLI schemes. The Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS) framework underpins investor facilitation.
Key facts
- Rajasthan plans 12 new policies targeting semiconductors, defence, data centres, and green hydrogen.
- Policies include EV and Mobility, AI and ML, Innovation and Startup 2.0, and GCC Policy.
- New policies expected before Pravasi Rajasthani Divas on December 10, 2025.
- Rajasthan leads India in renewable energy with 30+ GW installed capacity.
- The state's strategic Pakistan border location supports defence manufacturing corridors.
- Over 26 lakh registered MSMEs form the backbone of Rajasthan's industrial economy.
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Rajasthan planned 12 new industrial and sectoral policies targeting green hydrogen, semiconductors, and other sectors.
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What are the 12 new industrial and sectoral policies announced by Rajasthan in November 2025?
In November 2025, the Rajasthan government announced plans to introduce 12 new industrial and sectoral policies targeting emerging and futuristic sectors. These include: (1) Semiconductor Policy, (2) Data Centre Policy, (3) Medical Devices Policy, (4) Defence and Aerospace Corridor Policy, (5) Solar Energy Policy, (6) Green Hydrogen Policy, (7) Electric Vehicles (EV) and Mobility Policy, (8) Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) Policy, (9) Innovation and Startup 2.0 Policy, (10) Global Capability Centres (GCC) Policy, along with policies for textiles and mining. These are in addition to the 22 sectoral and investment policies already in place.
Why is Rajasthan considered a strategic location for defence manufacturing, and what role does the Pakistan border play?
Rajasthan shares a 1,070 km international border with Pakistan, making it strategically significant for India's western defence preparedness. This location supports the establishment of a Defence and Aerospace Corridor, where manufacturing units can serve both export and domestic military requirements while benefiting from proximity to active defence zones. The state also has large tracts of land available for testing ranges and manufacturing units, a key prerequisite for defence production clusters. India's Defence Production Policy aims to achieve ₹1.75 lakh crore in defence production by 2025, and states like Rajasthan are vital to achieving this.
What is Rajasthan's position in India's renewable energy landscape, and why does it make the state attractive for green hydrogen?
Rajasthan leads India in renewable energy with over 30 GW of installed capacity, leveraging its vast solar irradiance (among the highest globally) and wind potential. This makes the state a natural hub for green hydrogen production — hydrogen produced by electrolyser using renewable electricity. Green hydrogen is a zero-carbon fuel critical for decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors like steel, cement, and fertilisers. India's National Green Hydrogen Mission targets 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen production by 2030, and Rajasthan's renewable energy advantage positions it as a leading producer.
What is the significance of the Rajasthan Rising — Invest Rajasthan Summit and what investment did it generate?
The Rajasthan Rising — Invest Rajasthan Summit was a major investment promotion event organised by the Government of Rajasthan under CM Bhajanlal Sharma to attract domestic and foreign investment into the state. The summit showcased Rajasthan's investment-friendly policies, natural resources, and strategic location. It generated significant investment commitments across sectors such as renewable energy, tourism, mining, and manufacturing. The 12 new sectoral policies were framed in the context of implementing the commitments made during the summit and positioning Rajasthan as a preferred investment destination.
What are Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and why is Rajasthan's GCC Policy significant?
Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are offshore or nearshore facilities set up by multinational corporations to deliver global services — including IT, R&D, analytics, finance, and engineering — at scale. India hosts over 1,700 GCCs employing more than 1.7 million people, predominantly in metros like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune. Rajasthan's GCC Policy aims to attract GCC investments to Jaipur and other tier-2 cities by offering competitive land, infrastructure, and talent incentives. This would create high-quality white-collar employment, boost the services sector, and diversify the state's economy beyond traditional sectors.
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