The manufacturing sector inRajasthanhas remained a laggard in jobs creation. As per Niti AayogsSustainable Development Goalreport, the sector generates only 7.5% of the total jobs against a target of 20%. Rajasthan ranks 25th among the states and Union Territories.
Another sector where value addition leaves much to be desired is dimensional stone including, marble, granite, sandstone where Rajasthan enjoys a clear edge over other states. But much of the production (stone blocks) is exported without value addition closing the door for new economic opportunities including creation of jobs.