Gujarat

Gujarat is home to the world's largest petroleum refinery and the largest diamond processing hub.

Last updated: May 9, 2022

10th rank in Ease of Doing Business among Indian states.

As of March 2020, Gujarat had an installed power generation capacity of 35,211 megawatt (MW)

One major, 48 non-major ports.

World’s largest producer of processed diamonds, accounting for 72% of the world’s processed diamond share and 80% of India’s diamond exports.

Merchandise exports reached US$ 290.63 billion in FY21.

US$25,983.46 mn FDI inflows as of Sep 2021

Gandhinagar

20

operational SEZs, eight notified special investment regions, and 202 Industrial Estates in Gujarat.

2nd

largest producer of crude oil (onshore) and natural gas in India.

3rd

in the National Council of Applied Economic Research’s State Investment Potential Index (N-SIPI) in 2018.

Single Window

for trade and investment regulation, licensing and permit.

O&G

World's largest refinery and petrochemical complex is at Jamnagar.

Largest

producer of cotton, groundnut, condiment, and spices; Vast food processing sector.

3rd

largest producer of denim, among other textile products in the world.

Scheme for Financial Assistance to Industrial Parks 2020

The policy seeks to create adequate provisions which aims to further upgrade and improve the status of infrastructure in the State.

Scheme for Financial Assistance to Logistic Park 2020

The policy will help enable the industrial clusters to address their comprehensive infrastructural needs and initiate steps to fulfilling them. 
Scheme for Assitance for Industrial Infrastructure 2020

The policy will help improve infrastructure in GIDC/non-GIDC estates/private estates/industrial areas and will support in addressing the needs. 
Gujarat Industrial Policy 2020

The Policy aims to promote entrepreneurship in Gujarat while strengthening the value chain ecosystem, overseeing the effective implementation of policies, creating employment opportunities and amplifying export potential.

Scheme for Capital Subsidy to Large Industries and Thrust Sectors

This scheme will help provide incentives and attract investment to the state in the manufacturing sector and to create more opportunities for balanced regional growth.
Gujarat Single Window Act 2017

To provide for speedy process for issue of various licenses, clearances and certificates required for setting up of industrial undertakings for the promotion of industrial development.

Policy for Development of Small Scale Distributed Solar Projects 2019

This policy was launched with an intention to increase the share of renewable energy, particularly solar energy in its energy basket. 
Comprehensive Agro Business Policy, 2016-21

The main objectives of the Agri-business Policy 2016 is to increase investment in agricultural industries, to increase agricultural production and productivity and to increase farmers' income.
Gujarat Tourism Policy 2021-25

The New Tourism Policy has been framed keeping in mind the mission of Atmanirbhar Bharat so as to be ‘Vocal for Local’ thereby boosting local employment. 
Biotechnology Policy for the State of Gujarat, 2016-21

The policy aims to establish Gujarat as a preferred destination for manufacturing of biotechnology products.
Cottage & Rural Industries Policy, 2016

The Cottage and Rural Industries Policy 2016 aims at preserving, strengthening and promoting the traditional and eco-friendly cottage and rural industries of Gujarat
Electronics & IT/ITeS Start-up Policy, 2016-21

The key objectives of this policy is to facilitate at least 2000 start-ups, establish at least 50 incubators, develop 1 million sq.ft of incubation space and facilitate investment of  US$1 bn to start-ups.
Gujarat Electronics Policy 2016-21

Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) is one of the largest and fastest growing manufacturing industries in the world.

Gujarat IT Policy 2016-21

Over the last two decades Information Technology (IT) and Information Technology enabled Services (ITeS) Industry in India has emerged as a strategic sector in India’s competitiveness in global market on both employment as well as economic value creation fronts.
Aerospace and Defence Policy 2016

Supplementing the vision of GoI for encouraging indigenization, Gujarat is working towards strengthening its foothold in the Aerospace and Defence manufacturing sector to create an ecosystem that will help in catalyzing innovation and indigenize manufacturing.
Gujarat Garment and Apparel Policy 2017

The state is one of the largest growers of cotton in India, apart from rich apparel traditions.

Scheme for Incentive to Industries 2016-21

The state government has announced a few incentive schemes for certain sectors or categories of industries. 
Gujarat Shipbuilding Policy - 2010

Indian shipbuilding is mainly centered around “27” Shipyards comprising of “8” Public Sector and “19” Private Sector units.

Gujarat Solar Power Policy 2021

To align with India's ambitious  solar PV capacity expansion program the state envisages to accelerate the deployment of solar power by means of implementation of both large and small scale projects.
Gujarat Wind Power Policy 2016

Gujarat State is blessed with long coast line and good wind speeds for harnessing of the Wind Energy potential of more than 35,000 MW.
Gujarat State Electric Vehicle Policy 2021

This policy aims to transition the state’s transportation sector towards electric mobility.

Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry

+-91-79-2658-2301/2/3/4

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GCCI works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the growth of industry and trade in Gujarat, partnering both of them through advisory processes.

Federation of Gujarat Industries

+91-265- 2372901 /02 /03

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FGI's work is aimed at promoting, protecting and projecting the interest of industries and also catering to the needs of the community at large.

Federation of Industries and Associations (Gujarat)

+91-9925196199

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FIA is recognized as a representative body of industries located in all GIDC Estates across Gujarat, by the Industries Department, Government of Gujarat.

Southern Gujarat Chamber Of Commerce and Industry

+91-261-2291111

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SGCCI has a strong base of more than 8500+ direct members, 100+ associations & indirect membership more than approx 65,000+ from a wide spectrum of trade and industry.

Vibrant Gujarat Summit

+91-79-23240000

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Vibrant Gujarat Summit was conceptualised to re-establish Gujarat as a preferred investment destination within India.

Investor Facilitation Agency (IFA)

1800-233-1847

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Industries Commissionerate Block 1, 2nd Floor, Udyog Bhavan, Sector 11, Gandhinagar-382011, Gujarat

Key Investment Agency

key growth sectors

Here are the leading sectors with opportunities for foreign investors

Agriculture
Automobile
Automobile Components
Biotechnology
Chemicals
Construction
Defence Manufacturing
Electrical Machinery
Electronic Systems
Food Processing
Gems & Jewellery
Healthcare
Oil and Natural Gas
Pharmaceuticals
Ports and Shipping
Renewable Energy
Telecom
Textiles and Garments
Tourism

key investors

Sweden's IKEA to set up its stores in the state at an investment of US$430m

Maruti Suzuki to invest US$1.3b in car plant, US$16m in Li-ion battery facility

China-based SAIC Motor is setting up passenger car manufacturing facility

Essar Group to invest US$2.2b in the port sector and water supply projects

Geetanjali Gems to invest US$460m in the next five years in three SEZs

Torrent Group has committed US$1.41b investment in Gujarat in renewable energy, power distribution, and city gas distribution

Investment Opportunities

High-Speed Railway

Mumbai Ahmedabad High-Speed Railway being set up with Japan

11 new airports

being built to aid tourism growth

Dholera Special Investment Region

Dholera SIR has close connectivity to major ports and logistics centres

Smart Cities Mission

has selected Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Dahod

Delhi–Mumbai Industrial Corridor

DMIC, with 5 industrial nodes, has +62% project influence in the state

New Greenfield Airport

will be built at Hirasar, Rajkot at an estimated cost of US$197.89m

Irrigation pipeline for the Kofar-1 Reservoir

worth US$11m aiding the residents of 52 villages has been approved by the Chief Minister.

Gujarat Metro Rail Project

is currently being worked on through two initiatives namely : (i) Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project Phase-II, (ii) Surat Metro Rail Project.

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State Attractions

Gir National Park, one of India’s oldest sanctuaries is home to the majestic Asiatic Lion.
The Rann of Kutch is famous for its marshy salt flats, stretching white as snow upto the horizon.
Mahabat Maqbara is a stunning mausoleum of one of the Nawabs of Junagadh.

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September 8, 2021

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June 22, 2021

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