Vedanta Commits Rs 1 Trillion Investment in Rajasthan

19 Mar 2026 CW Team

Hindustan Zinc contributes nearly one-third of Rajasthan’s mining royalty, while Cairn’s operations in the Barmer-Sanchore Basin have positioned the region as a key onshore energy hub. Cairn’s investments have supported socio-economic growth in Barmer, with district GDP increasing by over 650 per cent.

Hindustan Zinc has scaled refined metal production to over one million tonnes annually since 2002, with silver output rising nearly twentyfold and exports spanning over 40 countries. Cairn’s Barmer-Sanchore basin recorded production of 84,276 BOEPD in FY2025, with cumulative output of 781 MMBOE.

The Group has generated employment for over 100,000 people and supports livelihoods across districts including Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Bhilwara, Rajsamand, Ajmer and Barmer. Key assets include Rampura Agucha and the Chanderiya Smelting Complex.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Anil Agarwal, Chairman, Vedanta Group, said: “Rajasthan is India’s sweet spot when it comes to natural resources. What lies below its ground…metals, minerals, oil and gas has the potential to power not just the state, but the entire nation. Through Hindustan Zinc and Cairn, we have already invested over ₹1.5 lakh crore in Rajasthan, building world-class capabilities in zinc, silver, and oil & gas, while contributing significantly to employment and economic growth. But I believe this is just the beginning. With the right vision and speed, Rajasthan can become a global hub for natural resources and manufacturing. Our next phase of investments will focus on doubling production, creating large industrial ecosystems, and enabling hundreds of downstream industries to grow here. If we unlock this potential fully, Rajasthan will not only drive India’s resource security but also create lakhs of jobs and become a defining force in India’s journey towards self-reliance.”

Vedanta is also advancing industrial expansion through initiatives such as the Zinc Park, expected to host around 200 industries, while Cairn continues to deploy enhanced oil recovery technologies. The Group has supported community development through investments of around Rs 20 billion by Hindustan Zinc and initiatives across education, healthcare and women empowerment.

With policy support and infrastructure development, Rajasthan is strengthening its position as a hub for natural resources, energy and manufacturing, supported by Vedanta’s continued investments.

Marking Rajasthan Diwas, Vedanta Group has announced an investment of Rs 1 trillion in the state, building on over Rs 1.5 trillion already deployed across metals, oil & gas and energy. Through Hindustan Zinc Limited and Cairn Oil & Gas, the Group has contributed nearly Rs 3 trillion to the national and state exchequers over the past decade. Hindustan Zinc contributes nearly one-third of Rajasthan’s mining royalty, while Cairn’s operations in the Barmer-Sanchore Basin have positioned the region as a key onshore energy hub. Cairn’s investments have supported socio-economic growth in Barmer, with district GDP increasing by over 650 per cent. Hindustan Zinc has scaled refined metal production to over one million tonnes annually since 2002, with silver output rising nearly twentyfold and exports spanning over 40 countries. Cairn’s Barmer-Sanchore basin recorded production of 84,276 BOEPD in FY2025, with cumulative output of 781 MMBOE. The Group has generated employment for over 100,000 people and supports livelihoods across districts including Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Bhilwara, Rajsamand, Ajmer and Barmer. Key assets include Rampura Agucha and the Chanderiya Smelting Complex. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Anil Agarwal, Chairman, Vedanta Group, said: “Rajasthan is India’s sweet spot when it comes to natural resources. What lies below its ground…metals, minerals, oil and gas has the potential to power not just the state, but the entire nation. Through Hindustan Zinc and Cairn, we have already invested over ₹1.5 lakh crore in Rajasthan, building world-class capabilities in zinc, silver, and oil & gas, while contributing significantly to employment and economic growth. But I believe this is just the beginning. With the right vision and speed, Rajasthan can become a global hub for natural resources and manufacturing. Our next phase of investments will focus on doubling production, creating large industrial ecosystems, and enabling hundreds of downstream industries to grow here. If we unlock this potential fully, Rajasthan will not only drive India’s resource security but also create lakhs of jobs and become a defining force in India’s journey towards self-reliance.” Vedanta is also advancing industrial expansion through initiatives such as the Zinc Park, expected to host around 200 industries, while Cairn continues to deploy enhanced oil recovery technologies. The Group has supported community development through investments of around Rs 20 billion by Hindustan Zinc and initiatives across education, healthcare and women empowerment. With policy support and infrastructure development, Rajasthan is strengthening its position as a hub for natural resources, energy and manufacturing, supported by Vedanta’s continued investments.

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