Gujarat is the largest producer of cotton and cumin in India. It also leads the country in producing cotton, salt, soda ash, onshore crude oil, natural gas, minerals etc. The state is home to the country's largest diamond processing market in Surat, which contributes to around 80% of national diamond processing output. The state is known as chemical & Petrochemical hub of India. It contributes more than 50% of countries Chemical and petrochemical output. Investor friendly business environment, abundance of natural resources, skilled manpower, proximity to markets, and responsive administration make Gujarat as one of the most attractive investment destinations.