07-Oct-2025
07-Oct-2025
The Future Has an Address — Dholera Smart City
Imagine a city built from the ground up — where every road, building, and system is guided by smart technology and sustainability. That’s Dholera Smart City, Gujarat’s most visionary development and India’s first Greenfield Smart City under the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) project.
By 2030, Dholera is expected to become the economic powerhouse of Gujarat, driving industrial growth, employment, and smart urbanization on a scale never seen before in India.
Dholera Smart City 2030: A Glimpse Into the Future
The Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) covers a vast 920 sq. km, with the mission to become a global manufacturing and investment hub.
By 2030, Dholera is projected to have:
Over 2 million residents
More than 800,000 employment opportunities
100% renewable energy supply
Fully integrated transport and digital infrastructure
Dholera Smart City 2030 represents a perfect fusion of technology, sustainability, and economic progress.
Economic Revolution in Motion
Dholera is the cornerstone of Gujarat’s industrial revolution. It is strategically designed to attract industries that will define India’s economic future:
Semiconductors & Electronics: Tata have shown interest in establishing plants.
Renewable Energy: Adani Solar, Torrent Power, and other green-tech giants are setting up operations.
Aerospace & Defence: Specialized manufacturing and R&D hubs are being developed.
Smart Mobility & EVs: Infrastructure ready for electric vehicle innovation.
Logistics & Warehousing: Dholera’s location along the DMIC corridor makes it ideal for exports.
Each industrial zone inside Dholera SIR is planned to support export-led growth, global competitiveness, and job creation — positioning Gujarat as a manufacturing leader in Asia.
Infrastructure That Powers Growth
Infrastructure is the backbone of Dholera’s success story. The government has invested over ₹50,000 crore to develop world-class connectivity and utilities.
Key projects include:
Dholera International Airport: One of India’s largest upcoming airports, designed to handle 20 million passengers annually.
Ahmedabad–Dholera Expressway: A 110 km 6-lane expressway connecting Ahmedabad to Dholera in just 1 hour.
ABCD Building: The city’s administrative and command center managing all smart utilities.
Underground Utilities: Dholera is India’s first city to have all major utilities like power, ICT, gas, and water placed underground for sustainability.
By 2030, Dholera will be a fully digital, automated, and efficiently governed city — a model for future Indian metros.
The Renewable Energy Capital of India
Dholera isn’t just smart — it’s green.
The Dholera Solar Park, spanning over 11,000 hectares, aims to generate 5,000 MW of renewable power by 2030.
This initiative will:
Power the entire city sustainably
Reduce Gujarat’s carbon emissions dramatically
Attract global investments in clean energy
Dholera Smart City will become the first net-zero energy urban zone in India — aligning perfectly with the nation’s Green Energy Mission 2030.
Employment and Skill Development
At the heart of Dholera’s vision are its people.
By 2030, Dholera is expected to create over 8 lakh direct and indirect jobs across various sectors, including:
IT and electronics manufacturing
Construction and infrastructure
Logistics and supply chain management
Green energy and solar industries
Smart governance and public services
The government and private partners are also establishing skill training centers to prepare Gujarat’s youth for new-age careers in robotics, automation, and AI-driven industries.
Smart Living for a Smart Generation
Dholera Smart City is designed for modern living with future-ready amenities.
Residents will enjoy:
Smart homes with IoT-based systems
24x7 renewable energy and water supply
AI-driven traffic and security systems
Green zones, parks, and eco-friendly transport
Efficient waste management and public utilities
By 2030, Dholera will be a self-sustained ecosystem combining work, life, and leisure — setting new standards for Indian smart cities.
The Investment Impact on Gujarat’s Economy
Dholera Smart City has already started attracting multi-billion-dollar investments from both Indian and international companies.
By 2030, the city could contribute:
Over $10 billion in direct investments
A massive boost to Gujarat’s GSDP
Development of MSMEs and support industries
Increased property values and infrastructure demand
Dholera will play a central role in positioning Gujarat as a global industrial and economic
Vision 2030: Gujarat’s Leap Into the Future
By 2030, Dholera Smart City will make Gujarat:
India’s semiconductor capital
A renewable energy superpower
A global logistics and trade hub
A model of smart governance and digital urbanization
Dholera isn’t just about development — it’s about creating an ecosystem where innovation and opportunity thrive together.
Conclusion: The Future Belongs to Visionaries
Dholera Smart City 2030 is more than an urban project — it’s a symbol of India’s future.
With unmatched planning, sustainable infrastructure, and rapid industrialization, Dholera is set to transform Gujarat’s economy and inspire the next generation of Indian cities.
By 2030, Dholera won’t just change maps — it will change mindsets.