Ahmedabad–Dholera Expressway: The Future of High-Speed Connectivity
The Ahmedabad–Dholera Expressway is a 109 km long, four-lane, access-controlled expressway under rapid development in Gujarat. It connects the Sardar Patel Ring Road near Sarkhej (Ahmedabad) to Adhelai village in Bhavnagar District, strategically passing through the Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR). Once completed, this expressway will drastically reduce travel time, improve logistics efficiency, and provide seamless access to key industrial zones, airports, and smart city infrastructure.
Dholera International Airport: A Gateway to Global Trade
The Dholera International Airport, a cutting-edge greenfield project near Navagam in Dholera Taluka, is envisioned as a major aviation and industrial catalyst for Gujarat. Designed to support DSIR, the airport is expected to start international air cargo operations by June/July 2025, positioning Dholera as a logistics and export powerhouse.
Key Highlights:
- Boosts global trade and foreign investments
- Dedicated cargo handling and aviation infrastructure
- Supports large-scale industrial operations and smart city logistics
Ahmedabad-Dholera Metro & High-Speed Rail: Accelerating Urban Connectivity
As part of the DMIC master plan, the Ahmedabad-Dholera metro rail project aims to enhance regional mobility. The proposed elevated metro corridor of around 100 km will connect Gandhinagar–Ahmedabad–Dholera, facilitating smooth transit for workers, residents, and investors.
Highlights:
- Approved by the Central Government
- Metro rail Phase 1 covers 61.55 km with future extensions to GIFT City and the airport
- Discussions are ongoing to link the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor to Dholera via GIFT City
This transformative metro project will integrate with the Dholera International Airport and Expressway, completing a multi-modal transport network across Gujarat.
Dholera SIR: India’s First Planned Smart Industrial City
Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR) is the centerpiece of industrial and economic transformation in Gujarat. Strategically located 100 km south of Ahmedabad, DSIR is spread across 920 sq. km, with plans to accommodate over 800,000 jobs and significant FDI inflow.
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Mega Industrial Parks / SEZs: The Industrial Powerhouse
The Mega Industrial Parks within DSIR span a gross land area of 10,000 hectares, subdivided into sector-specific zones and supported by world-class infrastructure.
Key Features:
- Early-stage development focused on Government-owned land for rapid rollout
- Integration with Expressway, DMIC, and ports for high-speed logistics
- Grid-based arterial roads and internal public transport loop
- Inland container depot and rail freight access
- 3 Phased Development Strategy (Phase 1 to Phase 3) over 30 years
- Sector-wise zoning for 8 target industries
Phase 1 Mega Park is already under development on the eastern side of the expressway, designed to meet industrial demand for the first 10 years.
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Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP): Redefining Supply Chain Infrastructure
At the heart of DSIR lies the proposed Rail-Based Multi-Modal Freight Logistics Park, a next-generation hub aligning with the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) and Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC).
Logistics Advantages:
- Seamless rail-road integration for heavy cargo
- Custom clearance and round-the-clock service
- One-window operations and enhanced security
- Ideal for 3PL and 4PL logistics providers
- Value-added services including packaging, warehousing, and inventory control
Gujarat’s extensive coastal advantage, with 1 major port and 40 non-major ports, further supports MMLP as a global logistics magnet.
Why Dholera Metro City is the Next Industrial Capital
- Strategic Location – Excellent connectivity via Expressway, Metro, Rail, and Air
- Robust Infrastructure – Smart utilities, industrial-grade roads, and logistics corridors
- Economic Catalyst – DSIR’s vision targets over 800,000 jobs across sectors
- Ease of Doing Business – Plug-and-play industrial plots, SEZs, and investment-ready policies
- Green & Sustainable – Eco-friendly development integrated with technology and smart planning
Dholera Metro City is not just a location – it is the future epicenter of Make in India, Invest in India, and Smart Industrial Growth. As Mega Industrial Parks, Metro Rails, Expressways, and Airports align under one ambitious vision, investors, businesses, and entrepreneurs are seizing the early mover advantage today.
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