Dehradun Economy

The mainstay of the Dehradun economy is tourism. The food processing industry also makes a significant contribution to the Dehradun economy.

The tourism industry is a major contributor to the Dehradun economy. Dehradun is a transit point for travelers visiting regional tourist hot spots like Mussorie, Almora, Ranikhet and Nainital. Dehradun and its adjoining regions are also home to the holiest shrines of the Hindu religious pantheon. The temples of Haridwar, Rishikesh, Badrinath and Kedarnath has attracted visitors with their unique charm from times immemorial.

The Dehradun economy is boosted by the presence of nearby trekking trials, national parks, mountain peaks and interesting archaeological sites. The visitors who come to Dehradun to conduct these activities usually falls into the higher income bracket. These tourists tend to spend more; and the Dehradun economy prospers by a notch during the tourist season.

Fruit cultivation is a sunrise sector in the Dehradun economy. Dehradun is the nodal point of delicious exotic fruits from all over Uttaranchal state. Apples are specially in demand for their high quality. Apples are exported from Dehradun to all over the country and even to foreign countries. Apricots, peaches, plums and litchis also contribute to the Dehradun economy.

The Dehradun government has also taken a pro-active approach to fruit exports. The Dehradun government has emphasized its willingness to promote the process of value addition to the harvested raw fruit product. It is evident that the marketing and selling of fruit processed products like fruit jam, consommé and sauces will help in jacking up the available price which will translate to more prosperity in the Dehradun economy.