Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Rajasthan ranked first among India’s wool-producing states in 2026, producing about 16,013.50 thousand kilograms of wool, which accounts for nearly 47.53 per cent of the nation’s total output. The state’s arid climate and vast grasslands provide ideal conditions for large-scale sheep rearing. Indigenous breeds such as Marwari and Chokla are well suited to these conditions and mainly yield coarse wool used in carpets, rugs, and blankets. Due to its scale of production and regional specialization, Rajasthan forms the backbone of India’s wool industry and supports rural livelihoods across the state.