The Granite industry in Andhra Pradesh, especially those in Srikakulam and Vizianagaram districts, which once used to do robust business with heavy orders from China and other countries, has lost its sheen.
The slump in the industry has impacted the livelihood of thousands of workers. Around 200 granite factories have become non-functional in the two districts. Around 3,000 units including quarries and processing units across Andhra Pradesh have stopped their operations in the last few months.
