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Question (10 marks, ~150 words):
The Pachpadra refinery marks a turning point for Rajasthan's economy but raises sustainability concerns in an arid region. Discuss.
Introduce HRRL (74:26, 9 MMTPA + 2.4 petrochem, Nelson 17.0, Rs 79,459 cr). Economic upside: import substitution, ~Rs 21,000 cr/yr, jobs, Petrozone cluster, shrinking global capacity. Concerns: water/emissions in arid zone, oil-peak stranding. Way forward: ZLD, skilling, specialty chemicals.
Source: Rajasthan Patrika, 3-4 Jul 2026 · 2026-07-04
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