Land Allotment Begins at Rajasthan Petro Zone in Pachpadra — New Industries to Emerge from Refinery’s Downstream Products; Rajasthan Set to Lead in Petrochemical Sector

Jaipur, Oct 2025 : The HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) project at Pachpadra (Balotra) is on the verge of commencing commercial production, marking a major milestone for Rajasthan’s industrial growth. With the refinery’s operations set to begin soon, entrepreneurs are showing growing interest in establishing units at the nearby Rajasthan Petro Zone (RPZ), developed by RIICO (Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation). The downstream products from the refinery will serve as raw materials for industries to be set up within RPZ, creating a strong ecosystem for the petrochemical and plastic sectors.

In response to rising interest, RIICO has started the process of land allotment in the RPZ area. Under the Direct Allotment Scheme–2025, offer letters have already been issued for 11 plots dedicated to polymer-based industries, attracting an investment of approximately ₹65 crore. Additionally, 25 entrepreneurs have signed MoUs with the Government of Rajasthan under the Rising Rajasthan initiative to establish petrochemical and plastic manufacturing units, which are expected to bring in investments worth around ₹200 crore and generate local employment opportunities.

Rajasthan already holds a prominent position in crude oil and natural gas production in India. With the establishment of new petrochemical and plastic industries in RPZ, the state is poised to become a leader in the petrochemical sector as well.

To support technically skilled entrepreneurs who may lack sufficient capital, RIICO is developing plug-and-play factory sheds within RPZ. These ready-to-use facilities will enable such entrepreneurs to start their ventures without heavy infrastructure costs. About eight factory sheds, each worth around ₹3 crore, are under construction. Special emphasis is being placed on ensuring a steady and reliable supply of feedstock to these industries.

Strategically located just 12 kilometers from the refinery, the Rajasthan Petro Zone is well connected via the Amritsar–Jamnagar Expressway and National Highway 25, offering excellent logistical advantages. The project is expected to attract large-scale investments in sectors such as plastic and polymer processing, rubber and PU manufacturing, technical textiles, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. These industries will utilize key feedstocks like propylene, benzene, toluene, and butadiene.

In the first phase, RPZ will focus on establishing downstream industries based on LLDPE and HDPE raw materials. Once fully operational, RPZ will not only enable efficient utilization of refinery by-products locally but also reduce the need for transportation of downstream products to other cities and industrial areas—benefiting both the refinery and associated industries.

With these developments, Rajasthan is rapidly emerging as a hub for petrochemical innovation and investment, setting the stage for industrial growth, employment generation, and regional prosperity.