Major Local Stone Trade Associations in Rajasthan
Along with national bodies like FIGSI and CDOS,
India also has strong local stone trade associations that work closely with
quarry owners, traders, processors, exporters, and transporters at the ground
level. These associations handle day-to-day industry issues and represent
regional stone clusters. Two of the most active district-level associations
in Rajasthan are:
Kishangarh Marble Association (KMA) – Rajasthan
Location: Kishangarh, Ajmer District – Rajasthan
Known as the “Marble City of India,” Kishangarh is the country’s
largest marble processing hub. The Kishangarh Marble Association (KMA)
represents hundreds of marble processors, slab manufacturers, wholesalers,
and exporters operating within this massive stone cluster.
Main role of KMA:
- Supports day-to-day business and operational issues of marble traders and processors
- Represents members on transport rules, GST concerns, local compliance matters, and infrastructure challenges
- Organizes trade meetings, networking events, and regional exhibitions
- Acts as the primary collective voice of the Kishangarh marble industry
Jalore Granite Association – Rajasthan
Location: Jalore District – Rajasthan (India’s largest granite quarry belt)
Jalore is India's biggest producer of natural granite, supplying raw blocks
and processed slabs to both domestic and export markets. The Jalore Granite
Association represents quarry owners, block traders, granite processors,
and exporters across the region.
Main role of the association:
- Represents quarry owners, traders, and processors of the Jalore granite belt
- Coordinates with government authorities on mining leases, royalty issues, transport permits, environmental compliance, and safety regulations
- Helps resolve local quarry operation challenges and labor-related matters
- Promotes trade development and unity among granite suppliers