A host of other projects are unfolding across Dholera SIR. Basic social infrastructure like schools, hospitals, and public facilities are being built to support the incoming population. A multi-specialty hospital and a world-class school have been planned in the Activation Area (with a goal to have them operational by the time large populations settle in).
- Welcome to Dholera SIR: A City Designed for Tomorrow
Dholera SIR – India’s First Greenfield Smart City, A Golden Investment Opportunity
Dholera SIR (Special Investment Region) is India’s first greenfield smart city with a brand new metropolis built from scratch on open land. Spanning 920 sq. km (bigger than the city of Singapore), it’s envisioned to be a modern urban hub with world-class infrastructure and a high standard of living for residents. Located about 100 km south-west of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, Dholera is the largest node on the Delhi–Mumbai Industrial Corridor, positioned to become an economically and socially balanced new-age city. In short, Dholera SIR is a city designed for tomorrow, taking shape today with the goal of offering investors and residents a smart, sustainable, and thriving community.
Location map of Dholera SIR and surroundings. Dholera SIR is strategically located ~100 km from Ahmedabad and about 30 km from the Gulf of Khambhat. The map shows key nearby landmarks – for instance, an upcoming international airport (Dholera International Airport) lies north of the city, and the Ahmedabad–Bhavnagar Expressway passes close by, ensuring quick road connectivity. The region is also near the Blackbuck Sanctuary (a wildlife reserve), and the city’s central ABCD building (Administrative and Business Center) is within easy reach. Such proximity to transport links, nature, and civic centers underlines Dholera’s ideal location for a new metropolis.
Why Invest in Dholera SIR?
For first-time investors looking at Dholera SIR, here are some compelling benefits and features that make this smart city stand out:
Unmatched Connectivity:
Dholera offers excellent connectivity by road, air, and rail. A new 109 km greenfield expressway is being built to directly link Dholera with Ahmedabad, drastically cutting travel time.
World-Class Infrastructure (Ready from Day One):
Unlike many emerging areas, Dholera’s core infrastructure is already in place and operational. The entire initial zone (called the Activation Area, 22.5 sq.
Booming Industrial Growth & Jobs:
Dholera SIR is primed to be an industrial powerhouse. The government has identified it as a hub for high-value industries – in fact, Gujarat’s Semiconductor Policy 2022 designates Dholera as a “Semicon City,” targeting semiconductor manufacturing and related electronics sectors.
Planned Residential & Commercial Zones (Future Lifestyle Hub):
Unlike a haphazardly grown city, Dholera is a master-planned city with well-defined zones for residential, commercial, and recreational use. This means as the city develops, residents will enjoy thoughtfully laid-out neighborhoods with ample green spaces, schools, hospitals, shopping and entertainment centers.
Latest Developments: Dholera Today and Tomorrow
Dholera SIR is no longer just a blueprint on paper – it’s rapidly coming to life with major projects and milestones being achieved one after another. Here are some of the exciting recent developments in the city:
Tata-PSMC Semiconductor Fab – Anchoring India’s Tech Future:
In a landmark move, Tata Group (with a technology partner) has begun work on a semiconductor fabrication plant in Dholera. This venture, with an investment of approximately ₹90,000 crore, is a milestone for India’s tech industry. Construction is underway on this state-of-the-art facility, which will produce chips and spur a high-tech ecosystem (suppliers, support services) around it.
Upcoming International Airport:
Work is in progress on the Dholera International Airport, a greenfield airport project that will serve the city and surrounding region. The airport’s location is about 20–25 km from Dholera SIR and it is being developed through a special purpose vehicle with the Airports Authority of India.
ABCD Building – Administrative Hub Operational:
Dholera’s Administrative and Business Centre for Dholera (ABCD) is up and running, serving as the nerve center of the city’s governance and smart city operations. This modern complex houses city administrative offices, a Central Integrated Operations Center (for smart city management and security), a business/exhibition center, conference halls, and even amenities like restaurants and banks.
Other Ongoing Projects:
Planned Zones and Investment Opportunities
One of the most investor-friendly aspects of Dholera SIR is its meticulous land-use planning. The entire city is divided into well-defined zones, each designated for a specific broad purpose. This zoning ensures that industrial activities, residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational areas all coexist in an organized manner without interfering with each other negatively. Here’s a quick look at Dholera’s key zones and what they mean for you as an investor:
Major planned land-use zones in Dholera SIR. The city’s master plan broadly categorizes land into three primary zones – Residential, Industrial, and Multi-Purpose/Commercial. In the illustration above: Residential zones(highlighted in yellow) are areas earmarked for housing, schools, healthcare facilities, and daily-life amenities for citizens. Industrial zones (purple) are dedicated to factories, manufacturing units, and logistics hubs – kept separate from residential areas to minimize impact while ensuring efficient operations. Multi-Purpose zones (shades of green) refer to mixed-use and commercial areas, including the City Centre, where offices, retail markets, business parks, and civic centers will develop. Together, these zones create a balanced city: people can live in peaceful residential neighborhoods, commute quickly to workplaces in industrial or commercial areas, and enjoy leisure time in parks or shopping districts.
