Business and Economy in Roorkee

Business and economy is the most important part in the growth and development of any city or state. Without any exception the same is true for Roorkee city also. Roorkee is a place which has multiple interests but the primary focus is always on the agricultural business which has the maximum profit here. With alluvial soil spread across and water from the Ganges Canal, this city is blessed with quality and lump sum yields of crop. However, it is not the only industry in this region since various small and big companies manufacturing multiple products are present here. Though there is not much large scale business present in the city, the small business tycoons provide considerable contribution to the growth of the city.

The Irrigated waters are the major factor for agricultural boost in Roorkee. The soil type of the city is alluvial soil of deep loamy type whereas at some places it is sandy and silty. The major crops sown in this area are rice wheat, lentil, groundnut and mustard. Among vegetables, peas, brinjal, cauliflower, tomato, cabbage and not to forget potato are the major ones grown here. A lot of fruits are also produced in this region. Some of the major ones are mango, litchi, and other citrus and stone fruits. Some of the production are used in the consumption of the inhabitants while a portion is dispatched to other parts of the district. In some places medicinal and aromatic crops are also sown.

Livestock breeding and production is also a major industry in Roorkee. Some of the major stocks maintained are buffalo, goats, sheep, horses, pigs and poultry. In every type there are two varieties of animals while some indigenous and crossbred. Whereas for poultry, there remains commercial stock and backyard stock with plenty of supply in each cadre. There are sufficient involvement of the Government in promoting the business by helping livestock farmers gaining knowledge about the business providing loans and thus promoting the medium of earning.

Fisheries business has also taken a considerable part in the economical growth of the city. With sufficient water bodies, the business is a profitable venture for those who are already in the business and those who propose to invest in it.

Among the industries present the most popular is the drawing and survey instrument industry ever since from the British period. Especially with construction of Upper Ganges Canal, the industry got a specified boost. There are multiple number of companies who are mainly involved in manufacturing of survey instruments. Apart from this the money involved in production of these instruments are worth of crores. Also with the export industry taking active interest in the products, the drawing and survey instrument industry is ready to hit a huge profitable level. Some of the reputed survey instrument manufacturers in Roorkee are

Imperial Instruments Ind
10,Imperial House, Old Tehsil, Civil Hospital Rd, Roorkee Ho, Uttarakhand 247667
Phone: 9897016498, 1332 264086

Umar Survey Engg Works
88/1, Old Tehsil, Rampur Rd, Roorkee Ho, Uttarakhand 247667
Phone: 9412070769, 1332269453

National Instruments Corp
12, Civil Lines, Civil Line, Roorkee Ho, Uttarakhand 247667
Phone: 9412024565, 1332 271060
Website: www.nicnational.com

But this is not the only industry which has a considerable involvement in the economical growth of the city. There are various other small scale industries which have active participation in the business profile of the city like pharma, software, power solution, metal and alloys, packaging, auto parts and many others.

One of the major industries which have sufficient involvement in the growth of the city is the handicraft industry. With some of the best craftsmanship and superior art work, the industry has proved a lot of potential in it. It not only employees a lot of natives of the city but produces some of the best work which are used for the markets in the city as well as exported outside. Wood carving works are the specialty of this area and a eye catcher for every visitor. Apart from this multiple designer works in homemade jewellery, beaded jewellery and various home décor items are an absolute collectable from Roorkee.

Last but not the least tourism industry has also proved to be a major boost in the overall economical growth of the city. Roorkee has some of the best attractions in means of historical significances like constructed Upper Ganges Canal in the British Period, the Solani aqueduct and religious places like Piran Kaliyar Shariff and the oldest cantonment, Roorkee cantonment in the area. Being a gateway to all pilgrimage centers like Kedarnath, Badrinath, Rishikesh and Haridwar also makes it a prime tourist destination. Apart from this, various research institutes and world renowned Institute of Technology Roorkee are also present in this area which in turn boost the economy factor of the city. So with rising tourist footfalls in the area the entertainment industry including hotels and restaurants, pubs and market places get a huge encouragement in their business. Altogether the industry contributes a lot in the growth of Roorkee.

It is also a positive point that the state government has recognized the potential of the city and understood the positive factors which can contribute immensely to the growth of the city. Progressive and profitable business ventures are encouraged too. Negative aspects like closure of mills and companies have been addressed so that they can be made operational at the earliest.

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