Birla's Roadmap For Rajasthan's Success: M-I-T-R – Minerals, Infrastructure, Tourism, Renewables

At the Rising Rajasthan Global Investors Summit, Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, highlighted the key factors driving Rajasthan’s inevitable rise. He identified four foundational pillars for the state's growth:Mineral Base: Rajasthan is a leading source of minerals in India, making it crucial for India's vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047.Infrastructure: Rajasthan serves as a vital commercial and cultural artery, much like the ancient Silk Route.Tourism: Contributing around 12% to the state's GDP, Rajasthan attracts one-third of India's tourists, thanks to the government’s efforts in fostering a thriving tourism industry.Renewable Energy: With over 18 GW of installed solar capacity, Rajasthan is the second-leading state in renewable energy and is poised to become a global solar energy hub.Birla summarized these pillars as M-I-T-R (Minerals, Infrastructure, Tourism, Renewable Energy) — emphasizing Rajasthan’s role as a partner in India's development.