About Dholera

Understanding Dholera Smart City

Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) is India’s first planned Greenfield Smart City, developed to support industrial growth, advanced infrastructure, logistics and future-ready urban planning.

920

Sq. Km Planned Area

6+

Major Infrastructure Systems

2040

Long-Term Vision

Key Numbers

Understanding Dholera At Scale

A broader perspective on Dholera's planned scale, infrastructure systems and long-term development framework.

Planned Area

sq km

Large-scale planned smart city region.

Infrastructure Systems

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Integrated roads, water, ICT and utilities.

Airport Influence

Major

Regional airport planned for connectivity.

Industrial Focus

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Manufacturing and logistics sectors.

Urban Planning

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Town planning frameworks and phases.

Government Ecosystem

Level

State and national development support.

Figures are presented for educational and awareness purposes and may evolve over time as planning and implementation progresses.
History

The Evolution of Dholera

Understanding how Dholera evolved from a regional vision into one of India's most ambitious planned development projects.

2007

Early Smart City Vision

Dholera emerged as part of Gujarat’s broader industrial and infrastructure development vision focused on long-term economic growth.

2009

Dholera SIR Declared

Dholera was officially notified as a Special Investment Region (SIR) under Gujarat legislation.

2013

DMIC Integration

Dholera became an important node in the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), improving industrial and logistics significance.

2022

Infrastructure Activation

Roads, underground utilities, ICT systems and activation area development accelerated.

Future

Global Smart Manufacturing Hub

Dholera is planned as a long-term ecosystem for manufacturing, logistics, semiconductor activity and smart urban planning.

Why Dholera?

Why Was Dholera Chosen?

Dholera was strategically selected for long-term infrastructure, logistics, industrial expansion and future-ready city planning.

Strategic Location

Dholera is positioned within Gujarat, one of India's strongest industrial regions with long-term infrastructure focus.

DMIC Connectivity

Integrated with the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), supporting logistics and industrial expansion.

International Airport

Planned airport infrastructure improves accessibility and regional economic opportunities.

Industrial Ecosystem

Gujarat already has strong manufacturing, engineering and industrial activity.

Coastal Advantage

Proximity to ports and freight corridors can support industrial logistics.

Government Planning

Long-term planning through Gujarat and national infrastructure initiatives.

Strategic advantages discussed are educational and should not be interpreted as guarantees of economic or investment outcomes.
City Planning

Built As A Planned Smart City

Unlike traditional urban growth, Dholera is being planned through structured zoning, utilities, connectivity and long-term infrastructure frameworks.

Industrial Zones

Dedicated areas planned for manufacturing, logistics, engineering and future industrial activity.

Residential Planning

Planned urban residential development with long-term infrastructure support.

Commercial Ecosystem

Commercial spaces supporting business activity and future city services.

Smart ICT Network

Integrated digital infrastructure, connectivity and future-ready city systems.

Underground Utilities

Roads, drainage, water and electrical systems designed for integrated planning.

Transit Connectivity

Future mobility planning including expressways and regional connectivity.

Planning frameworks and zoning may evolve over time based on government approvals, infrastructure phases and policy changes.
Government Vision

The Institutions Behind Dholera

Dholera involves multiple planning, governance and infrastructure stakeholders at both state and national levels.

Gujarat Government

State-level planning, infrastructure coordination and policy support have contributed to Dholera’s long-term development framework.

Government of India

National industrial and infrastructure initiatives support regional connectivity and economic planning.

DSIRDA

Dholera Special Investment Region Development Authority

Administrative body associated with planning and implementation within the Dholera SIR framework.

DICDL

Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor Development Corporation

Supports industrial corridor planning and infrastructure ecosystems.

DMIC

Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor

Major industrial corridor intended to strengthen logistics, manufacturing and infrastructure connectivity.

Government agencies and institutions may have different responsibilities across planning, infrastructure, approvals and implementation stages.
Future Vision

The Road Ahead

Dholera is designed as a long-term development project. Timelines and outcomes may evolve with policy, infrastructure and market conditions.

2025

Infrastructure Activationpattern

Core activation areas, roads, underground systems and utilities continue phased development.

2030

Industrial Growthpattern

Manufacturing, warehousing and logistics ecosystems may expand based on policy and industry participation.

2035

Technology Ecosystempattern

Semiconductor, engineering and advanced industrial opportunities may strengthen.

2040

Long-Term Urban Visionpattern

A mature planned city ecosystem with broader residential, industrial and business activity.

Future projections are indicative in nature and should not be considered guarantees of timelines, economic growth or investment performance.