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INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AND POTENTIAL IN UPPER INDIRA GANDHI CANAL REGION: A CASE STUDY OF CHURU AND BIKANER DISTRICTS (2010–2025)

Author(s) Prof. Dr. Mehmood Ali Khan, Prof. Dr. Hemant Mangal, Dr. Mansoor Ali Khan
Country India
Abstract The Upper Indira Gandhi Canal (IGC) region, covering Churu and Bikaner districts in Rajasthan, has leveraged irrigation to drive industrial growth in the Thar Desert. This paper examines industrial development from 2010 to 2025, focusing on agro-based, mineral-based, renewable energy, and traditional industries. Using a qualitative case study approach with secondary data, including year-wise statistics from government reports and academic studies, the analysis highlights achievements, challenges, and opportunities.
The IGC has increased crop area by 12,772 ha (2004–2018) and boosted Bikaner’s solar capacity to 2,245 MW by 2025. Statistical analysis reveals strong correlations among industrial indicators (r > 0.94), challenges (e.g., waterlogging vs. agro-based output, r = -0.97), and opportunities (r = 0.99), with solar investment growing at 12.6% CAGR. Waterlogging affects 20% of irrigated areas (37,500 ha by 2025), and only 62% of rural Churu is electrified, constraining growth. Recommendations include drainage systems, 80% electrification by 2030, training 10,000 youth, 50% drip irrigation adoption, and leveraging food processing, solar, and logistics opportunities to ensure sustainable industrial development.
Keywords Indira Gandhi Canal, industrial development, Churu, Bikaner, agro-based industries, renewable energy, sustainability.
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-06-05
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.47180
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9pzx6
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