Jaipur, April 15: Chief Secretary V. Srinivasan emphasized the need to develop a robust industrial ecosystem linking the refinery to downstream industries to accelerate industrial growth in Rajasthan.
During a meeting at the government secretariat, he instructed officials to expedite the process of finalizing the proposed tripartite agreement. This agreement aims to ensure a seamless supply of feedstock from the refinery to industries located in the Rajasthan Petro Zone (RPZ) in Balotara.
Srinivasan reviewed the progress of the agreement between HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited, downstream industries, and the state government. Officials reported that a petroleum refinery and petrochemical complex with a capacity of 9 MMTPA is being developed as a joint venture between the state government and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited in Pachpadra (Balotara). This facility will be operated by HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited.
Additional Chief Secretary (Industries) Shikhar Agarwal stated that the Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation has developed the RPZ near the refinery to facilitate the efficient use of by-products and feedstock. This initiative will support the growth of plastic, chemical, and related industries, creating significant investment and employment opportunities in the region.
He further mentioned that a draft tripartite agreement has already been prepared in line with the Chief Minister’s directives. The agreement aims to establish a systematic mechanism for the supply, management, and optimal utilization of refinery products, thereby strengthening an integrated industrial ecosystem.
The Chief Secretary directed officials to prioritize completing all formalities ahead of Prime Minister Modi’s proposed inauguration of the refinery on April 21.
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