Industries

* **Tourism:** A major economic driver; relies on heritage tourism, temple visits, trekking bases, and cultural festivals like the Minjar Mela. * **Handicrafts & Textiles:** Home to the production of the GI-tagged Chamba Rumal, miniature paintings, traditional Chamba chappals (leather footwear), and intricate wood and metal carving. * **Hydroelectric Power (Administrative Hub):** While the dams are outside the city, Chamba serves as the residential and administrative base for regional energy projects. * **Retail and Trade:** Serves as the primary commercial center for the surrounding rural populations, trading in daily goods, textiles, and agricultural supplies. * **Agriculture Support:** A hub for the trading of regional produce like apples, walnuts, and maize.