Ranchi, is one of the oldest and beautiful cities of the state of Jharkhand. There a few textile and cotton mills established in the city. The sugarcane mills are also very popular. There are quite a few chemical and textile mills spread throughout the length and breadth of the city. The land suits wheat, bajra, maize and paddy production. Jute is also cultivated here. The people of the place is known to excellent weavers. The silk and cotton weaving of the region are popular nationwide. The automobile plants located in the city are also very popular and contributes positively to the economic growth of the nation.