Gujarat

In FY26, Gujarat accounted for 46.16% of India's chemical exports, reinforcing its position as the country's chemical and petrochemical hub.

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Last updated: Apr, 2026

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Capital

Gandhinagar

Geographical Area (sq km)

196,063

State Language

Gujarati, Hindi and English

Literacy Rate

78.03 per cent

Key Industries:

Dairy

Agro and food processing

IT

Chemicals and petrochemicals

Textiles and apparels

Engineering and auto

Gems and jewellery

Oil and gas

Pharmaceuticals and biotechnology

Minerals

Ports

Power

Toursim

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Government of Gujarat Industrial Extension Bureau (iNDEXTb) Gujarat State Financial Corporation Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd Vibrant Gujarat Gujarat

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1 Sep 26

Over 40,000 reforms carried out in last decade for ease of doing business; Gujarat emerges as front-runner: DPIIT Secretary

More than 40,000 State-level business reforms have been implemented over the past decade, with Gujarat emerging as a front-runner in improving the ease of doing business.

6 Aug 26

Gujarat to launch 600-passenger luxury cruise at Statue of Unity to boost Narmada river tourism

Gujarat will introduce a 600-passenger luxury cruise on the Narmada River near the Statue of Unity, enhancing river tourism, expanding event-based tourism and strengthening Ekta Nagar's position as a leading global tourism destination.

20 Jul 26

GIFT City Attracts Strong Multinational Interest for Global Treasury Operations

JPMorgan is in discussions with more than 100 multinational companies exploring treasury operations at GIFT City, highlighting India's growing prominence as a global financial services hub.

2 Dec 25

The Ministry of Tourism entered into a non-commercial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Netflix Entertainment Services India LLP to promote Indian tourism destinations globally through cinematic storytelling

The Ministry of Tourism has partnered with Netflix to promote India’s cultural, natural, and heritage destinations globally through cinematic storytelling, with special emphasis on showcasing locations across Gujarat.

25 Nov 25

Exports and domestic demand to drive steady growth for pharma SMEs in FY26

India’s pharmaceutical sector is expected to see steady revenue growth in FY26, supported by stronger export demand and new product launches, with SME clusters sustaining healthy momentum.

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