Jaipur boasts a diverse economy balancing traditional artisan industries with modern corporate growth.
* **Traditional Industries**: The city is a global center for gem cutting, jewelry manufacturing, and luxury textiles. Historic markets like Johari Bazaar and Bapu Bazaar remain active commercial hubs for both wholesale and retail. * **Information Technology**: The **Mahindra World City** is a major Special Economic Zone (SEZ) that has attracted massive IT and ITeS investments, transforming Jaipur into a Tier-II tech hub. * **Tourism & Hospitality**: A cornerstone of the local economy, supporting thousands of hotels, heritage resorts, artisan workshops, and tour operators. * **Handicrafts**: The city is a major exporter of blue pottery, brass work, and block-printed garments.