Hindustan Zinc, in collaboration with the Rajasthan State Industrial Development & Investment Corporation (RIICO), held a stakeholder consultation workshop in Jaipur to advance the proposed Zinc Park, the world’s first dedicated industrial ecosystem for zinc, lead, silver, and allied metals. The initiative aims to position Rajasthan as a global hub for metals innovation and manufacturing. 

The workshop brought together policymakers, industrial leaders, MSMEs, technology partners, and prospective investors to refine the park’s infrastructure blueprint, policy framework, and sectoral priorities. Senior leadership from Hindustan Zinc and RIICO presented an integrated overview covering the proposed industrial layout, utilities, renewable-energy integration, logistics linkages, and facilitation mechanisms. Investors outlined requirements related to raw materials, land, utilities, technology support, regulatory processes, and downstream opportunities, enabling RIICO to further tailor the proposal to industry needs. 

Announced at the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit in December 2024 by the Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, and Vedanta Group Chairman, Shri Anil Agarwal, the Zinc Park is planned near Hindustan Zinc’s operations at Chanderiya, Dariba, and Debari. The cluster is expected to offer developed industrial land, competitive operating costs, a renewable-energy-based power ecosystem, seamless connectivity, and assured supply of metals earmarked by Hindustan Zinc, ensuring shorter value chains and a lower carbon footprint. Access to the company’s Centre of Excellence and R&D facilities is expected to support alloy innovation, product development, and technology partnerships. 

Mr Aakash Tomar, Executive Director, RIICO, said: “The Zinc Park is being actively considered by RIICO as a hub for metal processing in synergy with the zinc smelter ecosystem already present in the state.” 

Mr Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc Limited, said: “The Zinc Park represents more than an industrial cluster, it is a long-term commitment to building India’s capabilities in energy transition metals, critical minerals, and clean-energy manufacturing. By bringing together the strengths of industry, government, and technology partners, we are shaping an ecosystem where enterprises can innovate, scale, and compete globally.” 

The proposed park is expected to catalyse industries across galvanizing, die-casting, alloy manufacturing, renewable-energy equipment, automotive and defence components, and advanced materials. The initiative is projected to generate significant employment, boost MSME competitiveness, attract global and domestic manufacturers, and reinforce Rajasthan’s role in the global metals and materials sector. 

With decades of technical expertise and sustainable mining practices, Hindustan Zinc is positioned to anchor the development of a resilient, innovation-driven industrial cluster aligned with India’s broader manufacturing ambitions.