The main element of economy in Sikkim is tourism. The tourism industry of this north eastern state is flourishing. The picturesque locales of Sikkim amidst the high rising peaks of Himalayas is a perfect location for one to spend a vacation. The state has got a very well developed tourism industry which takes good care of tourism in the state.
Another important element of the economy of Sikkim is the agriculture. Since most of the people reside in the rural areas, agriculture is the main occupation of the people. Cardamom, tea and coffee are the three main cash crops of Sikkim that fetch the maximum revenue to the state treasury.
An amazing fact about the economy at Sikkim is that the elements here are interdependent. For example, the tourism industry is dependent on forestry and vice versa. Small scale industries are being developed in Sikkim. The only barrier in the development of industries in Sikkim is the scarcity of mineral resources. Sikkim does not have too many mineral resources except few deposits of zinc, copper, and lead.
Other elements who contribute to the Sikkim economy are horticulture, fisheries, mining, forestry, industries, power and liquor. More and more stress is being laid on improvement in the horticulture, agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
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- Agriculture
- Livestock
- Fisheries
- Forestry
- Industry
- Minerals and Energy
- Insurance Sikkim
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- Business in Sikkim
- Banks in Sikkim
