Strong tourism sector

The state is a global tourist destination. In addition to traditional recreational tourism, there is a vast scope for adventure tourism, pilgrimage tourism, spiritual tourism, and health tourism. The state witnessed influx of 12.3 million tourists in 2012.

Leader in agro -based industry

A vast natural resource base has enabled the state to develop land for cultivating major fruits. The state accounts for 57 per cent of apples and 97 per cent of walnuts produced in India.

Strong horticulture sector

With varied agro-climatic condition, the scope for horticulture is very high in the state. There is considerable scope for increasing the horticulture produce that is exported.

Vibrant floriculture sector

The state has an ideal climate for floriculture and an enormous assortment of flora and fauna. Asias largest tulip garden was launched in the state in March 2013.

Lowest power tariffs

The average rate of electricity for industrial consumers in the state ranges from US$ 0.050.086, while that for commercial consumers ranges from US$ 0.05-0.06; these rates are relatively lower than those in most other Indian states.

World-famous handicrafts industry

Jammu and Kashmirs handicrafts are world-famous and it has emerged as a huge industry. Handicraft exports increased from US$ 185 million in 2010-11 to US$ 303 million in 2011-12.

FY 2010
Jammu and Kashmir witnessed 11.0 million tourist arrivals

Paradise on earth Growing demand

The state is naturally pollution-free and provides a salubrious environment. The natural beauty and picturesque locations have made it a traditional destination for tourists. Jammu is famous for its temples, while the Kashmir valley is known for its lakes and gardens.

Policy incentives
The state has an industrial policy that offers attractive incentives along with a single-window clearance mechanism. Land is allotted at concessional rates in industrial areas, on lease for 90 years. The cost of setting up operations is comparatively lower than other states.

FY 2020E
The state is expected to see 22.7 million tourist arrivals

Advantage J&K

Rich labour pool

Horticulture floriculture The engineeringand sector is delicensed;

The people of the state are skilled weavers and designers of textile products. This provides a basis for setting up more textile units. Also, the traditional skills of fine craftsmanship in J&K can be utilised to suit the needs of modern industrial processes, especially in the fields of electronic and precision engineering.

100 per cent FDI is allowed conditions in the The state has agro-climatic sector best suited for horticulture and floriculture. Horticulture is the bulwark of Duerural to policy support, there was the economy It provides employment to thousands. cumulative FDI of USD14.0 billion into The floriculture supplies flowers the sector over industry April 2000 February to both domestic international 2012, making up and 8.6 per cent of total markets. FDI into the country in that period

Urdu, Kashmiri and Dogri are the official languages; Hindi, Pahari and Ladakhi are also spoken in some parts of the state. Important rivers flowing through the state include the Indus, the Chenab, the Jhelum, the Tawi and the Ravi.

Parameters

Jammu and Kashmir

Summer capital Srinagar Winter capital Jammu 222,236 22 124 12.54 6.66 5.88 883 68.7

Capital cities Source: Maps of India Geographical area (sq km)

Jammu and Kashmir is the northern-most state of India. It shares borders with Himachal Pradesh and Punjab, and the neighbouring countries of Pakistan, China and Afghanistan. The state consists of three regions: Jammu, the Kashmir valley and Ladakh. The climate of Jammu and Kashmir varies considerably with its topography. The climate is primarily temperate. The important cities and towns in the state are: Jammu, Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Leh and Udhampur.

Administrative districts (No) Population density (persons per sq km)* Total population (million)* Male population (million)* Female population (million)* Sex ratio (females per 1,000 males)* Literacy rate (%)*

Sources: Planning & Development Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir *Provisional data Census 2011

Parameter
Economy
GSDP as a percentage of all states GSDP Average GSDP growth rate (%)* Per capita GSDP (US$)

Jammu and Kashmir

All-States

Source

0.8 13.7 1,172.6

100 15.6 1,414.2

Planning Commission Databook, 2012-13, current prices Planning Commission Databook, 2004-05 to 2012-13, current prices Planning Commission Databook, 2004-05 to 2012-13, current prices

Physical Infrastructure
Installed power capacity (MW) Wireless subscribers (No) Broadband subscribers (No) 2,393.6 6,844,607 61,622** 225,133.1 867,803,583 15,050,000 Central Electricity Authority, as of May 2013 Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, as of March 2013 Ministry of Communications & Information Technology, as of March 2013 National Highways Authority of India, as of March 2013 Airports Authority of India

National highway length (km) Airports (No)

1,695 3

79,116 133

*Calculated in Indian rupee terms, **In 2011 12

Parameter
Social Indicators
Literacy rate (%) Birth rate (per 1,000 population)

Jammu and Kashmir

All-States

Source

68.7 17.8

74.0 21.8

Provisional data Census 2011 SRS Bulletin (www.censusindia.gov.in), 2012

Investments
Outstanding investments (US$ billion) 89.7 10,499.2 CMIE (2012-13)

Industrial Infrastructure
PPP projects (No) 3 881 www.pppindiadatabase.com

Note: PPP - Public Private Partnership, SRS - Sample Registration System

At current prices, the GSDP of Jammu & Kashmir was about US$ 14.0 billion in 2012-13. The states GSDP expanded at a CAGR of 13.7* per cent during 2004-05 to 2012-13.

GSDP of Jammu & Kashmir at current prices (in US$ billion)

13.8 14.0 12.5 9.2 6.1 6.8 7.3 9.2 10.2

CAGR 13.7%*

2004-05

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

2011-12

Source: Planning Commission Databook 2013 *CAGR calculated in rupee terms Note: GSDP Gross State Domestic Product, CAGR Compound Annual Growth Rate

2012-13

Jammu and Kashmirs NSDP was about US$ 13.5 billion in 2012-13. The states NSDP increased at a CAGR of 12.7* per cent during 2004-05 to 2012-13.

NSDP of Jammu & Kashmir at current prices (in US$ billion)

13.5

CAGR 12.7%*
8.6

11.7 10.1

6.8
5.2 5.6 6.2

7.6

2004-05

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

2011-12

Source: Planning Commission Databook 2013, *CAGR calculated in rupee terms Note: NSDP Net State Domestic Product CAGR Compound Annual Growth Rate

2012-13

The states per capita GSDP in 2012-13 was US$ 1,172.6 compared with US$ 566.8 in 2004-05. The per capita GSDP increased at an average rate of 12.1* per cent between 2004-05 and 2012-13.
567 621

Per capita GSDP (US$)

CAGR 12.1%*
824 665 812

1,166 1,173
887 1,072

2004-05

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

2011-12

Source: Planning Commission Databook 2013 *CAGR calculated in rupee terms

2012-13

The states per capita NSDP in 2012-13 was US$ 935.5 compared with US$ 483.5 in 2004-05. The per capita NSDP increased at a CAGR of 11.2* per cent between 2004-05 and 2012-13.
484

Per capita NSDP (US$)

CAGR 11.2%*
682 525 553 658 710

853

929

935

2004-05

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

2011-12

Source: Planning Commission Databook 2013 *CAGR calculated in rupee terms

2012-13

At current prices, the tertiary sector contributed 54.9 per cent to the states GSDP in 2012-13, followed by the secondary (24.2 per cent) and primary (20.9 per cent) sectors. Registering a CAGR of 14.2* per cent, the tertiary sector expanded the fastest among the three sectors from 2004-05 to 2012-13. The growth was driven by trade, hotels, real estate, finance, insurance, communications, transport, and other services. The secondary sector increased at a CAGR of 9.0* per cent between 2004-05 and 2012-13, driven by manufacturing, construction, electricity, gas & water supply.

Percentage distribution of GSDP

CAGR*
43.71 14.2% 54.89

28.13

9.0%

24.23 20.88 2012-13

28.16 2004-05 Primary

6.9%

Secondary

Tertiary

The primary sector expanded at a CAGR of 6.9* per cent between 2004-05 and 2012-13.

Source: Economic Survey of J&K, 2012-13 *CAGR calculated in rupee terms

The Kashmir region is known for its horticulture industry. The industry plays a vital role in the economic development of the state.
Apple

Crop

Annual production in 2012-13 (000 tonnes)

1,500.3* 770 570 534.8 127.2 65.3 63.2 136.5 1,938

Wood from Kashmir willows is used to make cricket bats. Kashmiri saffron is also renowned the world over and brings the state exports revenues.

Rice Maize Wheat

In 2012-13 (ending October 2012), the state produced around 1.9 million tonnes of fruits.
Rice, maize, and wheat are the major cereals produced in the state. In 2012-13, total food grain production in the state was 1.93 million tonnes. The state is a leading producer of apples. Total apple production in the state was around 1.5 million tonnes in 2012-13*.

Potato Onion Total pulses Total oilseeds Total food grains

Source: Economic Survey of J&K, 2012-13 Horticulture Database 2012-13 *April 2012 to October 2012

In 2012-13, the state had outstanding investments worth US$ 89.7 billion. Of the total outstanding investments, the services and electricity sectors accounted for about 54.0 per cent and 44.0 per cent, respectively.

Break-up of outstanding investments by sector (2012-13)

1.9%

Electricity

44.0% 54.0%

Services

Others

Source: CMIE Others includes manufacturing, mining, irrigation and real estate

Source: Maps of India

Road projects are being executed by NHAI and are as follows: Four-laning of the national highway from Jammu to Srinagar on BOT annuity basis in six packages. The estimated value of these six packages is US$ 2.1 billion. National Highway works amounting to US$ 50.6 million are being executed by the Border Roads Organisation. Projects worth US$ 43 million related to blacktopping and fair-weathering of roads are being executed. Under the project, 3,077 km of roads have been blacktopped, while 3,101 km of roads have been fair-weathered.

As of March 2011, the total road length in the state was about 26,980 km. As of March 2011, the state had a road density of 12.14 km per 100 sq km of area. The central government has attached high priority to the development and upgradation of its vital road network.
Note: NHAI - National Highways Authority of India BOT - Build-Operate-Transfer JKSRTC - Jammu and Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation

The JKSRTC provides public transportation in the state.

Road type
National highways State highways Total road length

Road length (km) as of March 2011

1,245* 67 26,980
Source: Ministry of Road Transport & Highways *As of June 2012

In an effort to boost tourism in three regions, Jammu and Kashmirs government is planning to construct several ropeways in the state. Several new projects, such as cable car projects from Peerkho to Mahamaya, Mahamaya to Shahabad in Bahu Fort, and one at Patnitop, are in the pipeline. The State Cable Car Corporation has approved the installation of passenger ropeways, which would facilitate the movement of tourists across the Tawi River. The government has allotted US$ 0.35 million to the Collector, Land Acquisition, Jammu for speedy clearances of land compensation related to the Bagh-e-Bahu and Mubarak Mani cable car projects.

The following are some of the major initiatives proposed for 2013-14: Seek US$ 105 million from the Centre for the completion of ongoing road projects in the state. Declaring eight roads as national highways in Jammu & Kashmir and sanctioning the construction of five flyovers. Sanctioning 102 Detailed Project Reports for militancy-hit areas. Sanctioning 3 tunnel projects in the state, 11 projects under Central Road Fund, and new projects under ISC. Ring roads at Jammu/Srinagar cities for regulation of traffic are under consideration and would be constructed by the National Highways Authority of India under a PPP model. 25,983.40 km of roads are to be blacktopped/metalled. 3,587.08 km of roads are to be laid to fair-weather status. 34 bridges are to be completed. 194 road schemes under various programmes are to be finalised. Under PMGSY, 300 habitations are to be covered.
Note: ISC - Inter State Connectivity, PMGSY - Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojna

Due to its predominantly mountainous terrain, the state is linked with the country's rail network up to the Udhampur district. With a view to provide an alternative and a reliable transportation system to Jammu & Kashmir, the Government of India is developing a 345 km long railway line joining the Kashmir valley with the Indian Railways network. Of the many bridges on the route, the Chenab Bridge, which would be built over the Chenab river, would be the highest railway structure of its kind in the world (35 metres higher than the tip of the Eiffel Tower in Paris).

Work on connecting Srinagar and Baramullah is underway. The Udhampur-Katra (25 km), Katra-Qazigund (148 km) and Qazigund-Baramullah (119 km) rail links have been taken up for construction as national priority projects.
The first phase of the project between Qazigund and Banihal, costing US$147.3 million and involving an 11 km long tunnel between the Pir Panjal range, was inaugurated on 25th June, 2013, and the entire project is expected to be completed by 2017-18.

Source: Maps of India

Socioeconomic impact of the Jammu and Kashmir railway project: It would provide all-weather and reliable connectivity to Jammu and Kashmir, including remote areas, from the rest of the country by rail. With the completion of approach roads, more than 73 villages would get connected, thereby providing road connectivity to about 1,47,000 people. Of the 262 km of approach roads to be constructed, 145 km have been completed, and 29 villages have been connected. Direct employment to about 7,000 local people and indirect employment to thousands for the projects day-to-day requirements; this would help mitigate militancy A member each from families that have lost more than 75 per cent of their land to projects would receive a job in railways. So far, over 300 jobs have been given under the programme. The NHAI has undertaken a project to upgrade the present national highway (NH 44) stretch from Jammu to Srinagar into four lanes. The project includes two major tunnels at a cost of US$ 1,952 million. The Chenani-Nashri Tunnel, which is being created through the Mury formation range of the Shivalik range at an elevation of 1.2 km, is 9 km long. It will be the longest tunnel in the country, when completed in 2016.

The Sheik-ul-Alam Airport at Srinagar is a major Growing demand international airport. Jammu and Leh are the domestic airports in the state. In 2012-13 (April-September), the Srinagar airport recorded a passenger traffic of 1.06 million and the Jammu airport reported 459,654 passengers.

In 2012-13 (April-September), the Srinagar and Jammu airports handled 8,128 and 5,543 flights, respectively.
The domestic airlines and destinations connecting the Srinagar airport include GoAir (Goa, Pune, Delhi, Jammu, Mumbai, Patna, Chandigarh, Bengaluru), Air India (Delhi, Jammu, Leh), JetKonnect (Delhi, Bengaluru, Leh) and SpiceJet (Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Jammu). Major projects in the pipeline: Setting up a state government aviation complex at Satwari Airport in Jammu. Building airstrips at Kishtwar, Rajouri and Surankot. Extension of Nehru helipad and augmentation of its technical infrastructure.

Srinagar

Leh

Jammu

International airport Domestic airport

State-owned power is generated by the JKSPDCL. PDD is responsible for all functions related to transmission and distribution in the state.
2,159.0

Installed power capacity (MW)

2,263.6 2,296.1 2,307.3 2,393.6 2,393.6

As of May 2013, Jammu and Kashmir had a total installed power generation capacity of 2,393.6 MW. It consisted of 1,299.08 MW under central utilities and 1,094.47 MW under state utilities. Of the total installed power generation capacity, 1,576.43 MW was contributed by hydropower, 609.59 MW was contributed by thermal power, 130.53 MW was contributed by renewable power and nuclear power contributed 77.00 MW of the total capacity.

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

2011-12

2012-13

2013-14*

Industrial units are allowed to install their captive-power generation plants, which are exempted from paying electricity duty.
The village electrification programme in Jammu and Kashmir has been followed up quite vigorously. As of July 2012, the state had achieved 98.2 per cent of village electrification.
Note: JKSPDCL - Jammu & Kashmir State Power Development Corporation Limited, PDD - Power Development Department

Source: Central Electricity Authority *As of May 2013

Due to its location in the Himalayan region, the state has significant hydropower potential for development. Upcoming power projects in the state include five state sector power projects totalling 453.61 MW and four central sector power projects totalling 449 MW. Jammu and Kashmirs government plans to harness 9,000 megawatts of electricity in the state during the 12th and 13th Five-Year plans. As many as 13 projects with total generation capacity of 712 megawatts have been awarded and approved for allotment in 2012-13. Power purchase budget has been increased to US$ 675 million for 2012-13 from US$ 293 million in 2007-08. A US$ 330 million, 240 MW Uri hydroelectric project, situated very close to the Line of Control, is expected to be declared as ready soon.

Upcoming state-sector power projects Project name

Baglihar Stage-II Pahalgam Unit-III Matchil Baderwah Unit-III Sanjak Total

Capacity (MW)
450.00 1.50 0.35 0.50 1.26 453.61

Upcoming central-sector power projects Project name

Uri-II Sewa-II Nimo Bazgo Chutak Total

Capacity (MW)
240.0 120.0 45.0 44.0 449.0

Source: J&K State Power Development Corporation Limited

With assistance from the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, Jammu and Kashmirs government is implementing various schemes/projects aimed at meeting the energy requirements of people through alternative sources of energy. Notable achievements in 2012-13 (financial year ending October 2012) are: Solar home lighting systems: Under the RVE Programme, 1,593 solar home lighting systems have been distributed in various districts of the state. Under the SPV Programme, 2,205 solar home lighting systems have been distributed in various districts of the state. Solar lanterns: 1,752 solar lanterns have been distributed during the year.

Solar power plant:

Orders were placed for setting up 17 solar plants (capacity: 157.5 KW) at various health institutions and community information centres in the state. Solar water heating systems:

41 solar water heating systems, covering a total area of 338.5 square meters, have been installed.
Note: RVE - Remote Village Electrification, SPV - Solar Photo Voltaic

According to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, Jammu and Kashmir had around 6.8 million wireless subscribers and 196,811 wire-line subscribers, with a teledensity of 58.57 per cent, as of March 2013. BSNL is one of the major service providers of basic telephony and value added services in the Jammu & Kashmir telecom circle. There are five secondary switching areas, namely, Jammu, Srinagar, Udhampur, Rajouri and Leh. Jammu & Kashmir had 61,622 broadband subscribers as of December 2011. The state has 372 telephone exchanges as of December 2011. As of January 2013, the state had 1,655 post offices.

Telecom infrastructure (March 2013)

Wireless connections Wire-line connections Broadband subscribers Telephone exchanges Teledensity (in per cent) Post offices 6,844,607 196,811 61,622* 372* 58.57 1,655**

Major telecom operators in Jammu & Kashmir

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Bharti Airtel Aircel Limited Vodafone Essar IDEA Cellular Reliance Idea
Sources: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, India Post, Department of Telecommunications, Annual Report 2012-13, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology *As of December 2011 **As of January 2013

Among the hilly states of India, Jammu & Kashmir is the most urbanised state with 81 notified urban areas. Srinagar and Jammu cities are the focal points of urbanisation. Under the JNNURM, five projects worth US$ 101.6 million have been sanctioned for Srinagar and Jammu. The projects have been sanctioned between 2006-07 and 2011-12. The key areas of development are water supply and sewage. Under the UIDSSMT, US$ 87 million has been allocated for development of water supply, storm drainage system, solid waste management and road development in the state. The projects include water supply schemes for Udhampur and Sopore towns executed through the PHE department. An expenditure of US$ 35.2 million has been incurred under the programme until October 2012.

Source: JNNURM, Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India, Economic Survey of J&K, 2012-13 Note: JNNURM - Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission UIDSSMT - Urban Infrastructure Development Scheme for Small and Medium Towns PHE - Public Health Engineering

Project name
Four-laning of Chenani to Nashri section

Sector
Roads

PPP Type
BOT - Annuity

Project Cost (US$ million)

552.7

Stage
Construction

Four-laning of Qazigund to Banihal section

Four-laning of Jammu to Udhampur section

Roads
Roads

BOT - Annuity
BOT - Annuity

436.0
398.0

Construction
Construction

Source: pppindiadatabase.com Note: BOT - Build-Own-Transfer

Education is on top priority of the state government. Jammu and Kashmir is the only state where education is free up to the university level. Seasonal schools have been opened for people in the hilly areas and the under-privileged population. Jammu and Kashmir had 27,428 schools, as of 2010-11*. As of June 2011, the state had 37 industrial training institutes.

Premier institutions in Jammu and Kashmir

National Institute of Technology University of Jammu University of Kashmir Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Islamic University of Science & Technology Baba Ghulam Shah Badhshah University

Educational infrastructure (as of 2011-12) As of 2011-12, the state had nine universities and 17 polytechnics. As of December 2012, the state had four medical colleges.
Schools Universities Colleges Industrial Training Institutes (government) Polytechnics Medical colleges 27,428* 9 328* 37** 17 4^

Sources: University Grants Commission, Medical Council of India, District Information System for Education Analytical Tables 2010-11, All India Council for Technical Education, Annual Report 2011-12 *As per Planning Commission Databook, 2012-13 *As of 2010-11, ^As of December 2012, **As of June 2011

Jammu and Kashmir has a literacy rate of 68.7 per cent according to the provisional data of Census 2011; the male literacy rate is 78.3 per cent and the female literacy rate is 58.0 per cent. Two central universities have been set up to boost the educational infrastructure in the state, one in Kashmir division and another in Jammu division. They have instruction and research facilities in emerging sectors such as IT, biotechnology and nano sciences.

Literacy rates (%)

Literacy rate Male literacy Female literacy 68.7 78.3 58.0

Jammu & Kashmirs education statistics (2010-11)

Higher secondary: 889 High schools: 2,216 Middle schools: 8.877 Primary: 15,446 Primary: 14:1 Upper Primary: 13:1 Primary: 95.33 Upper primary: 80.80

Number of schools*

Pupil-teacher ratio Net enrolment ratio

Sources: Census 2011 (provisional data) District Information System for Education (DISE) Flash Statistics 2010-11, District Information System for Education (DISE) Analytical Tables 2010-11 *As per Planning Commission Databook 2012-13

As of March 2011, the state had 22 district hospitals, 13 mobile medical units, 397 primary health centres, 1,907 sub-centres and 83 community health centres.
Birth rate*

Health indicators (2011)

17.8 5.5

The central government has sanctioned US$ 52 million for constructing super-specialty hospitals in the cities of Jammu and Srinagar.

Death rate*

Infant mortality rate**

41

Life expectancy at birth (years) Health infrastructure (as of March 2011)

District hospitals
Mobile medical units Primary health centres Sub-centres Community health centres Male (2006-10) Female (2006-10) 65.0 67.0

22
13 397 1,907 83

Sources: Sample Registration System (SRS) Bulletin October 2012 (www.censusindia.gov.in) *Per thousand persons **Per thousand live births

Source: Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India

Jammu and Kashmirs culture is influenced by the South Asian and Central Asian cultures. The state is known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty. Jammu's numerous shrines attract thousands of pilgrims every year. The beautiful valley of Kashmir is visited by tourists from all over the world. Ladakh, also known as "Little Tibet", is renowned for its pristine mountains and Buddhist culture. Archery and polo are the famous sports in the state. Music forms include Kashmiri Sufiyana music, Chakri, Jeenda-ji, Kukoo, Benthe, Dogri Lok Geet, Gojri Folk songs, Ladakhi folk songs and Bakhan. The annual masked dance festival, along with archery and weaving, forms an integral part of the Ladakhi life. Traditional dance forms include Dumhal, Jagarna, Geetru, Karak, Jabro, Gwatri, Rouf, Roul, Surma, Kud Pahari and Dogri. Jammu's Dogra culture and tradition is similar to that of neighbouring Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. The traditional festivals of Lohri and Vaisakhi are celebrated in the state. The central government has promised a package of US$ 129 million over a period of five years in order to boost sports in Jammu and Kashmir. Towns with population of more than 50,000 would be provided with an indoor stadium as well as football and hockey grounds.

Electronic Complex, Rangreth Khonmoh Industrial Complex Zainakote and Zakura Industrial Estates Software Technology Park, Rangreth Agri Processing Zone for Apples Pulwama Industrial Complex Agri Processing Zone for Walnuts

Industrial Growth Centre, Budgam

Bari Brahmana Industrial Complex Gangyal Industrial Estate Export Promotion Industrial Park, Kartholi

Integrated Infrastructure Development Project, Udhampur

Industrial Growth Centre, Samba

Textiles Park, Kathua

Source: J&K SIDCO State Industrial Development Corporation

Food processing and agro-based industries (excluding conventional grinding and extraction units) thrive in the state because of an excellent climate for horticulture and floriculture. Handicrafts, the traditional industry of the state, has been receiving priority attention of the Government in view of its large employment base and exports potential. The state is famous for its small-scale and cottage industries such as carpet weaving, silks, shawls, basketry, pottery, copper and silverware, papier-mch and walnut wood. Jammu & Kashmir SIDCO is the nodal agency for promotion and development of medium and large scale industries in the state.
Note: SIDCO - State Industrial Development Corporation

Key industries

Horticulture Floriculture Handlooms and handicrafts Tourism Mineral-based industry Gems and jewellery Sericulture IT Pharmaceuticals

Horticulture is the bulwark of rural economy in the state, providing employment to thousands, directly and indirectly. In 2012-13 (from April 2012 to October 2012), the state produced around 1.6 million tonnes of fruits. The state is a leading producer of apples, walnuts, pears, almonds and apricots, and has huge potential for exports of processed food and allied services. In 2012-13 (from April 2012 to October 2012), the state produced around 1.5 million tonnes of apples. The state has suitable agro-climatic conditions for a variety of flowers. The floriculture industry supplies flowers to both domestic and international markets. The state has Asias largest tulip garden, established by State Floriculture Department.

The following are the key initiatives by the state government for developing the horticulture and floriculture industries: Organising buyer-seller meets. Arranging air-cooled railway coaches for transportation of soft fruits. Introduction of cardboard cartons for packaging apples at a computerised data dissemination facility and a dynamic website for promoting horticulture marketing. Exhibitions across metros in the country as well as other major market promotion events such as Agro Tech and India International Trade Fair. Implementation of the APMR Act. Establishment of an additional terminal market in south Kashmir. 18 fruits & vegetables satellite markets established in the state: eight in the Kashmir division and three in the Jammu division. Three new fruits & vegetables markets identified. Establishment of Kissan Ghar at Jammu.
Note: APMR - Agriculture Produce Marketing Regulation

The following strategies have been laid out for further developing the sector and encouraging players: Apple Insurance Scheme: The state government has decided to construct a chain of compressed air stores in each district of the state in order to introduce modern pre- and post-harvest technologies. Development of olive cultivation: In Jammu and Kashmir, olives can be grown in Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Udhampur, Ramban, Reasi, and Kathua districts. The state is working towards increasing the yield in these areas. Walnut cultivation: With assistance from the APEDA, a hi-tech greenhouse has been set up at Zakura. The greenhouse is being used for raising budded/grafted walnuts. Moreover, another hi-tech greenhouse has been set up at Siot, Rajouri. Provision of cold storage in valley: The government plans to provide cold storage facilities to growers across districts in the state for helping in preservation of fruits.

Note: APEDA - Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority

The state government has taken various measures to improve the healthcare sector in the state. Major achievements in this regard are: Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana, successfully launched in two districts and extended to 10 more districts. 66,004 BPL families registered to receive benefits under the scheme. Nursing Council Act notified to revitalise nursing education in the state. 1,484 drug samples and 885 food samples tested by the Drug & Food Control wing of the health department. 47,364 inspections conducted for enforcing drug and food mechanisms in the state. Awareness programmes/camps organised in different areas of the state to educate ladies, adolescents and children, among others, regarding iodine deficiency disorders, reasons, symptoms, precautions and their prevention thereof. 11 health institutions are being considered for NABH accreditation by Quality Council of India, New Delhi 36 hospital blocks/projects were completed during 2011-12. Construction of seven nursing schools and one Unani college started. Drug policy approved for the state.
Note: BPL - Below Poverty Line

Handicraft is the traditional industry of the state and occupies an important place in the economy of the state. Kashmiri silk carpets are famous the world over and earn substantial foreign exchange. Wood from Kashmir, popularly known as Kashmir willow, is also used to make high-quality cricket bats. The cottage handicrafts industry provides direct and gainful employment to around 340,000 artisans.

Production value of handicraft goods (US$ million)

CAGR 13.7%*
239.6 210.9 378.7 362.1

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

The state has established the Jammu & Kashmir Handicrafts Sales & Export Promotion Corporation and Jammu and Kashmir State Handloom Development Corporation to promote development and growth of the handicraft sector. Handicraft exports increased from US$ 185 million in 201011 to US$ 303 million in 2011-12.

Source: Economic Survey of J&K, 201213, *CAGR calculated in rupee terms

2011-12

The following are some of the initiatives taken for the handicrafts sector: 1,054 trainees in handloom centres trained in 2011-12. Pashminas, Kani shawls, and Soznis from Kashmir have been awarded geographical indication status. A Pashmina testing and quality certification centre set up at Craft Development Institute campus in Srinagar to certify Pashminas for geographical indication registration. Self-employment scheme for individual artisans aimed at providing easy and soft credit facilities to help start independent ventures. Focus areas for the 12th Five-Year Plan: Improving the quality of handicrafts so that products could compete in national markets as well as globally. To focus on financial inclusion of artisans, particularly the societys marginalised sections. Creating adequate marketing facilities by providing publicity inputs for promoting handicraft products.

There are approximately 38,000 weavers in the states handloom industry, both under the organised and unorganised sectors. The state has 777 handloom units, which produce Loies, Puttos, tweed, blankets, Raffal, Pashmina and Dusoti Khad. During 2011-12, 16.95 million meters of handloom fabric worth US$ 70.8 million was produced in the cooperative sector. During 2012-13 (from April 2012 to November 2012), 6.63 million metres of handloom fabric worth US$ 27.7 million was produced. Central government-sponsored Integrated Handloom Development Scheme is being implemented to facilitate the development of cohesive, self-managing and competitive handloom units.

Overview of achievements Particulars

Amount of fabric produced (metres) Value (US$ million) Number of trainees trained/enrolled Number of cooperative societies organised Membership (nos.) Number of looms modernised No of weavers covered under Mahatma Gandhi Bunker Bima Yojana No of weavers covered under Health Insurance Scheme No of weavers covered under Education Scheme

2011-12
17.0 70.8 1,054.0 16.0 246.0 262.0

2012-13
6.63 27.71 1,054.0 6.0 70.0 79.0

406.0

403.0

12,473.0 367.0

6,271.0 231.0

Source: Economic Survey of J&K, 2012-13

The following are some of the initiatives in the handloom sector: The rate of stipend and loan ceiling under the Handicrafts Micro Enterprise Scheme has been enhanced. 12,473 handloom weavers benefited under the health insurance scheme in the sector. Out of 100 handloom training centres, 58 have been brought under the National Council for Vocational Training. 4,200 individuals to be trained for four months under CCM.

100 individuals to be trained for a year under DCTED.

Mega cluster for Kashmir carpets in Srinagar and adjoining areas under implementation; 4,000 artisans to be trained by the Indian Institute of Carpet Technology within four years.

Note: CCM - Certificate Course in Carpet Manufacturing, DCTED - Diploma in Carpet Technology and Entrepreneurship Development

Jammu and Kashmir boasts of significant mineral resources covering an area of 13,334 sq km, of which 60 per cent are reported to be commercially viable for mining of various minerals. The Department of Geology and Mining, Jammu & Kashmir, was established in 1960 to identify/locate major mineral resources in the state. A number of cement-based industries, units for manufacturing plaster of Paris, and marble and granite cutting units have been established in the state. The Department of Geology and Mining is authorised to receive a royalty on the extraction of major as well as minor minerals as per rates fixed by the central government (for major minerals) and the state government (for minor minerals).

Value of minor minerals extracted (US$ million)

50.05

CAGR 35.7%*

31.08

4.65

8.46

13.18

14.39

11.75

13.70

2004-05

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

Source: Economic Survey of J&K, 2012-13 *CAGR calculated in rupee terms

2011-12

Major achievements in the sector: During 2011-12, search for limestone marble, gypsum, granite, coal and bauxite was carried out in eighteen fields across the state. Exploration was also conducted for new minerals such as lead, zinc, china clay, and iron ore. The Department of Geology and Mining has been exploring groundwater and drilling tube wells both for drinking as well irrigation purposes. Thus far, around 370 tube wells have been drilled for both drinking water and irrigation facilities. The state has received six offers for the extraction of rare sapphire in Kishtwar districts Padder area. The extraction and exploration would be done in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Minerals Limited. The following are some of the key focus areas identified under the 12th Five-Year Plan: Raw material security for all user industries. Enhanced co-production of by-product metals for technology metals and energy-critical metals. Ensuring environmental sustainability.

Tourism has emerged as an important sector and one of the major contributors to the state's economy. Around 12.3 million tourists visited Jammu & Kashmir in 2012.
7.7

Total tourist arrivals (in millions)

CAGR 9.7%
9.3 12.2 10.0 12.3

Jammu is famous for its temples while Kashmir valley is known for its scenic beauty. Major tourist attractions include Chashma Shahi Springs, Shalimar Bagh and the Dal Lake in Srinagar; Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg in the valley; and Ladakh, Vaishno Devi temple and Patnitop near Jammu. The state government has established 19 tourism development authorities at places with good tourism potential. Ladakh festival in September and Sindhu Darshan in June are popular events in the state. The Department of Tourism of Jammu and Kashmir has launched aero ballooning to boost the influx of tourists in the state.

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

Source: Economic Survey of J&K, 2012-13

Following strategies have been laid out for the development of the tourism sector: Infrastructure development through public investment and enhancing private investment by providing incentives.

Opening up new destinations having high tourism potential.

Focused and regulated development of major tourist destinations by tourism development authorities. Promoting the states USP through a proactive publicity campaign. Development of tourism product areas, such as heritage, adventure, pilgrim and eco-tourism. Regulation of tourist trade for facilitating tourists. Following are the focus areas for 12th Five-Year Plan: Development of heritage tourism, pilgrimage tourism, adventure tourism and conventional tourism. Development of golf circuit and ropeways. Providing enhanced incentives to make tourism more vibrant and attractive. Providing wayside amenities en route various destinations. Providing proper sanitation at tourist destinations, especially for those that do not fall under the purview of the Urban Development Department.

Mega projects identified for sanctioning Name of the sanctioned project

Trans-Himalayan Cultural Centre, Leh Development of mega tourist circuit from Naagar Nagar to Watlab Conservation/restoration of Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex, Jammu

Sanctioned cost (US$ million)

4.1 7.0

Status
US$ 0.8 million released; work in progress First installment of US$ 1.3 million released; work in progress First installment of US$ 1.3 million released; work in progress

3.1

Mega pilgrims projects agreed for funding Name of the project

Buddhist Circuit for Leh

Sanctioned cost (US$ million)

9.2

Status
Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been submitted to the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India DPR has been prepared and would be submitted to the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India DPR has been prepared and submitted to the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India

Sufi Circuit for Kashmir

9.2

Spiritual Circuit for Jammu

9.2

Kashmir is well-known for its quality of silk and its traditional silk-weaving industry. Sericulture is an agro-based labour-intensive cottage industry providing gainful employment to rural areas of the state. The state generates about 900 metric tonnes of cocoons annually, resulting in an annual income of around US$ 2.2 million for silkworm rearers and an annual employment of 0.4 million man-days. Sericulture Development Department of Jammu and Kashmir organises cocoon auction markets in the state to facilitate the farmers to sell their cocoon produce at competitive rates. As of 2011-12, 28,000 rural families were engaged in this pursuit. There were about 8.69 million mulberry trees in the state and the production of cocoons was 860,000 kilograms in 2010-11. In 2011-12, the total mulberry and non-mulberry raw silk production was 133,000 kilograms. About 150,000 metres of silk cloth is produced per annum in the state.

There are 173 mulberry nurseries and 374 mulberry blocks across the state, spread over an area of 963 acres and 2,215 acres, respectively. The annual plant production capacity of these nurseries is about 3 million plants, and currently, 2 million plants are being produced. The mulberry blocks serve as leaf reservoirs for landless and marginal farmers. The department has a well-established seed sector, which meets about 60 per cent of the local seed demand each year. Bivoltine sericulture development has been one of the priority areas of the Indian silk industry. Jammu and Kashmir is the only state in India that is at the same altitude as leading bivoltine sericulture countries. Jammu and Kashmir ranks first among north-western states and fourth nationally in terms of silk cocoon and raw silk production.

Notable achievements registered in the sector: During 2012-13, 901 MT of cocoon was produced. Income generated by farmers through the sale of cocoons increased by 24 per cent to US$ 2.2 million in financial year 2012-13 from US$ 1.8 million during 2011-12. Raw silk production during financial year 2012-13 is estimated to be 115 MT compared with 113 MT during 2011-12. Overall average prices of cocoons (all grades) increased by 24 per cent to US$ 7.2 per kg green during financial year 2012-13 from US$ 5.8 per kg green during 2011-12. The number of silkworm rearers grew by 4 per cent to about 28,000 during 2012-13 from 27,000 during 2011-12.

Notable achievements registered in the sector: During 2011-12, 4,962 women rearers have been covered under the Health Insurance Scheme, under CDP and 2500 more beneficiaries are being covered during 2012-13. 2,000 silkworm rearers were provided with rearing kits at a unit cost of US$ 368 during 2011-12, and 1,000 more beneficiaries are being covered during current financial year 2012-13 with enhanced unit cost of US$ 460 per kit. 1,600 silkworm rearers were provided financial assistance for construction of rearing house at unit cost of US$ 921 under CDP during 2011-12, and 1,500 more beneficiaries are being covered during 2012-13 with enhanced unit cost of US$ 1,381 per house. During 2011-12, 20 hot air dryers at a unit cost of US$ 3,222 were established in the state to facilitate cocoon drying by farmers on scientific lines. This has helped farmers to fetch better prices for their produce. The construction of one cocoon auction market at Rajouri, Jammu Division, at a unit cost of 0.11 million, commenced during 2011-12.

Note: CDP - Catalytic Development Programme

IT is a sunrise industry in the state and is emerging as an important sector in transforming the socio-economic lives of the people. This sector provides direct employment to 2.2 million youth and 8.0 million individuals indirectly. By the end of 2020, the sector is expected to provide employment to 20 million youth directly and 50 million indirectly. The state government has taken certain initiatives under the IT policy to develop this industry. The state industrial policy also provides an attractive environment for increased investment in the IT industry. The state government is interested in inviting major Indian and overseas players in the sector to spur IT growth in the state. The projects, which are being implemented, include setting-up of 1,109 CSCs named e-Khidmat centres for the delivery of services at remote villages. A software technology park (STP) has been established at Rangreth in Srinagar. A task force in the IT sector is being constituted with experts from companies functioning in the state.

The state government is planning to set up an IT park at Ompura in Budgam district to boost delivery of modern information technology facilities.
Note: CSCs - Common Service Centres

Major achievements by the IT Department during 2012-13: Biometric attendance system: The IT department has installed biometric attendance monitoring systems (that use radio-frequency identification-enabled smart cards) at the Srinagar and Jammu secretariats. Smart cards have been issued to 2,000 employees. Wi-Fi systems: Wi-Fi networks have been added to the states existing structured local area network to facilitate the use of gadgets by employees and officers. Wi-Fi connectivity has also been established at the Jammu and Srinagar campuses of the Institute of Management and Public Administration.

SDCs: The Government of India approved the establishment of SDC in the state at a cost of US$ 2 million under the National eGovernance Plan (NeGP). The state government allotted the project to M/s Trimax Pvt Ltd, Mumbai; the SDC became operational in April 2013. Mobile governance: The IT department recently introduced an egovernance application for mobile devices. The app, called Jammu and Kashmir Pulse, helps in the real-time inspection of schemes in the border area districts of the state. Currently, the pilot phase has been launched in the border area districts of Poonch and Rajouri.
Note: SDC - State Data Centre

Other initiatives being taken are as follows: Digital signatures are being used for various projects such as e-procurement and e-tendering. 5,000 educated unemployed youth are to be trained in collaboration with universities. Extension of CPIs to various departments. Exploring the possibility of expanding the services offered by community information centres.

Wi-Fi facility at important tourist locations in the state.

Wi-Fi facility at the civil secretariats in Jammu and Srinagar.

Note: CPI - Computerised Personal Information

Indian Telephone Industries Ltd

Indian Telephone Industries Ltd is a pioneering venture in the field of telecommunications. The company was founded in 1948; this premier public sector undertaking has contributed to 50.0 per cent of the present national telecom network. Manufactures the entire range of telecom equipment. Has its manufacturing unit in Srinagar.

NHPC Ltd

NHPC Ltd (Formerly known as National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Ltd) was incorporated in 1975 as a private limited company for the integrated and efficient development of hydroelectric power. It has plants and projects in other sources of energy such as geothermal, solar, tidal and wind. The company has four power stations in the state at Salal, Uri- I, Dulhasti and Sewa- II.

Krishi Rasayan Group

Krishi Rasayan Group is involved in the basic manufacturing of formulations & export of agrochemicals. The group had revenues of US$ 138 million in 2011-12. The company has a factory at Samba in Jammu.

Zamindara Rice & General Mills

Zamindara Rice & General Mills was established in 1978 at Village Ranbir Singh Pura, Jammu. The unit has received the award for the Recognition for the Best Quality Basmati Rice ZZZAMINDARA in 2003.

Sutlej Textiles and Industries Ltd

Part of the K. K. Birla Group, it entered the state with the merger of Chenab Textile Mills of Jammu & Kashmir in 1997. Sutlej is an integrated company in the textiles industry. Its products range from yarn to fabrics to home furnishing and garments. Chenab Textile Mills, a unit of Sutlej Textiles and Industries Ltd., is located in Kathua (Jammu & Kashmir); it manufactures cotton yarn and man-made fibre yarn.

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd is an integrated healthcare solutions provider, catering to over 45 therapeutic areas. The company has a manufacturing facility at Samba in Jammu.

APCC, a high-power clearance committee, has been set up for quickly clearing projects under the chairmanship of the Chief Secretary of the state. The committee serves as a single-window clearance system for projects related to all cases of exportoriented units and prestigious units.
Examination of proposal

Proposal sent to various boards such as Pollution Control Board and Power Department

Receipt of response from these boards

Proposal sent for review to APCC, which is chaired by the Chief Secretary of state and relevant secretaries

Decision on whether the project is feasible or not

Land allotment and provisional registration

The entire procedure is completed within a maximum time-frame of two months.

Note: APCC - Apex Projects Clearance Committee

Agency

Description
Jammu and Kashmir SIDCO is the nodal agency for promotion and development of medium and large scale industries in the state. Established in 1967, its purpose is to act as a catalyst to inspire and accelerate industrial development. Since its inception, Jammu and Kashmir SIDCO has acted as a prime mover in the state for promotion of industrial ventures. It plays the role of institutional entrepreneur. Activities of the corporation include support to modernisation, brand promotion, rehabilitation of sick units and export promotion. Jammu and Kashmir SIDCO acquires land, constructs internal roads and affluent disposal facilities and provides for supply of water and power in the industrial estate. The corporation offers a variety of financial assistance programs for setting up new units and for expansion, diversification and modernisation of existing units.

Jammu & Kashmir State Industrial Development Corporation (Jammu and Kashmir SIDCO) - State-level nodal agency for singlewindow clearance

Directorate of Industries and Commerce - District-level committee for single-window clearance

Provides sanctions and clearances for setting-up small scale industrial units in the state. The general manager (GM) is the key nodal officer for sanctions.

Agency
Jammu and Kashmir Industrial and Technical Consultancy Organisation Limited (Jammu and Kashmir ITCO)

Description
Set up in April 1997 as a subsidiary of Industrial Development Bank of India. Primary objective is to provide consultancy services to existing and potential tiny, small and medium scale industrial units. Established to act as a regional development bank with the aim of promoting industries and boosting economic development in the state. For existing units, JKSFC offers term-finance for their expansion, diversification, renovation, modernisation and procurement of quality control equipment and energy saving devices.

Jammu and Kashmir State Financial Corporation (JKSFC)

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development Institute, Jammu/Srinagar

MSME Development Institute (formerly known as Small Industries Service Institute) provides a comprehensive range of industrial extension services ranging from the identification of suitable line of production to marketing of the product.

Agency

Contact information
Drabu House, Rambagh, Srinagar - 190 015. Phone: 91-194-2430 036, 2434 402 Fax: 91-194-2430 036 Email: info@jksidco.org Website: http://www.jksidco.org/ Sehakri Bhawan, Rail Head Complex, Jammu Phone: 91-191-2476465 Website: http://jksfc.nic.in Industrial Estate, Digiana, Jammu - 180 010 ( Jammu and Kashmir) Phone: 91-191-2431077, 2435425 Fax: 91-191-2431077 E-mail: dcdi-jammu@dcmsme.gov.in Website: www.msmedijammu.gov.in

Jammu & Kashmir State Industrial Development Corporation (Jammu and Kashmir SIDCO)

Jammu and Kashmir State Financial Corporation (JKSFC)

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development Institute, Jammu/Srinagar

Cost parameter
Hotel costs (per room per night) Office space rent (per sq ft per month) Residential rent (2,000 sq ft house) Power cost (per kWh) Labor costs

Cost estimate
US$ 30250 US$ 0.42.0 US$ 200700 per month Commercial: US$ 0.050.086 Industrial: US$ 0.050.06 US$ 2.03.7

Source
Leading hotels in the state Industry sources Industry sources Jammu and Kashmir State Electricity Regulatory Commission Ministry of Labour and Employment

Skill Development Policy 201217

Objectives

To engage private players through initiatives such as Udaan and Himayat. To move from a state-owned institutional framework to a larger non-governmental effort. To triple the existing training facilities.

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Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Securities (SARFAESI) Act Objectives

The act is in final stage of processing. The act aims to help banks in debt recovery, which in turn would increase the credit-deposit ratio of banks.

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Policy for Development of Micro/Mini Hydro Power Projects 2011 Objective

To attract investors for the development of the states water resources in an environment friendly manner to provide a solution to the energy problems in remote and hilly areas, where extension of the grid system is unviable or uneconomical.

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The Jammu and Kashmir State Forest Policy 2011

Objectives

To conserve forest resources for the ecosystem. To meet the populations need for forest produce. To alleviate poverty through developmental activities.

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Jammu and Kashmir Water Resource Regularisation & Management Act 2010 Objectives

To ensure judicious and optimum utilisation of the states water resources. To advance reforms in the water sector.

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Solar Power Policy for Jammu and Kashmir 2010 Objectives

To promote the generation of green and clean power in the state using solar energy. To create environmental consciousness among citizens.

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Sher-e-Kashmir Employment & Welfare Programme for the Youth 2009

Objective

To address issues related to unemployment among the states educated youth.

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Jammu & Kashmir Industrial Policy 2004 Objective

To develop an action plan to promote industrial growth in the state. The policy is to remain in force from February 2004 to March 2015.

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Jammu & Kashmir IT Policy 2004 Objectives

To increase the use of IT in all sectors and make it a sunrise industry. To encourage and accelerate investments and growth in IT hardware, software, internet, training, IT-enabled services, telecom, e-commerce and related sectors in the state.

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Exchange rates Year

2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

INR equivalent of one US$

44.95 44.28 45.28 40.24 45.91 47.41 45.57 47.94 54.31
Average for the year

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