Pashchimi Rajasthan Industry & Handicrafts Festival 2026
Jodhpur, December 29
Under the Western Rajasthan Industry & Handicrafts Festival 2026, being held at Ramlila Maidan (Ravan Chabutra) in the city, an important seminar on the theme Panch Gaurav was organized on Monday. The seminar shared detailed information on the concept, objectives, and implementation of Panch Gaurav across all 41 districts of Rajasthan. The event conveyed a strong message of providing new direction to the state’s industrial, agricultural, sports, tourism, and forest-produce-based development.
Presiding over the seminar, P. N. Sharma, Additional Commissioner, Department of Industries and Commerce, said that Panch Gaurav has strengthened the vision of “one district–one identity.” He explained that under Panch Gaurav, one industrial product, one agricultural crop, one forest produce, one sport, and one tourism destination have been identified for each district, which will promote local employment, investment, and branding. Sharma also highlighted the financial benefits of the policy, subsidy schemes, and facilities available for entrepreneurs.
Joint Director of the Planning Department, Ranveer Singh, elaborated on the concept of Panch Gaurav, stating that the scheme has been developed by the Rajasthan government inspired by Uttar Pradesh’s One District One Product policy. He said that a comprehensive development plan for districts is being prepared and implemented in phases under Panch Gaurav to ensure optimal utilization of local resources.
Addressing the seminar, Arjuna Award winner and local volleyball player R. K. Purohit ‘Lalji’ shared his experiences. He said that during his playing days, athletes had limited resources, whereas today initiatives like Panch Gaurav are providing players with better opportunities, training, and recognition, helping Rajasthan emerge rapidly on the international sports.
Director of CAZRI, Dr. S. P. S. Tanwar, said that CAZRI will play an active role in implementing Panch Gaurav action plans related to agriculture and forest produce. The institute will provide full support for innovation, research, and enhancing farmers’ income. Meanwhile, S. L. Paliwal, Additional Commissioner, Department of Industries and Commerce, informed that special stalls have been set up during the festival to showcase Panch Gaurav of each district, attractively displaying the unique features of all 41 districts.
At the conclusion of the program, Fair Co-Convenor Sudhindra Duggar expressed gratitude to the guests. IAS officer Mohanlal Jakhad, senior exporter Radheshyam Ranga, Chief Planning Officer Meenakshi Chaudhary, district-level officers from various departments associated with Panch Gaurav, and several eminent citizens were present at the seminar.
