A source-based knowledge hub built from the supplied DICDL Annual Report 2024–25, DICDL Spotlight Jan–Apr 2026 and the requested official media-coverage reference.
Dholera is approximately 100 km southwest of Ahmedabad and is strategically positioned between Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Rajkot and Bhavnagar. The supplied Annual Report describes a total area of approximately 920 sq. km, with 422 sq. km identified as developable land. It is envisioned as a world-class industrial and urban hub.
The development emphasizes sustainability, state-of-the-art infrastructure and a self-sustaining ecosystem, with focus on freshwater conservation, reducing pollution and waste generation, and recycling and reuse.
Dholera is described as the largest node under the Delhi–Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), a Government of India initiative for next-generation industrial cities.
DICDL’s stated vision combines economic growth with social well-being, world-class infrastructure, innovative technologies, smart governance and quality of life.
Position Dholera as a preferred destination for global industrial players.
Implement eco-friendly practices across infrastructure, utilities and development components.
Generate employment opportunities for skilled and unskilled workers.
Develop state-of-the-art infrastructure for industries and communities.
Provide modern amenities and livability for residents and workers.
Support ease of doing business through a regulatory and physical environment designed for growth.
A 200-bed multi-specialty hospital. Awarded to M/s SCC Infrastructure and M/s P. R. Patel & Co. on EPC basis on 16 Dec 2024. Project cost ₹133.68 crore; PMC M/s Hites; plot 9,668 sq. m; built-up 15,815 sq. m; construction started 7 Feb 2025 and was underway in the report.
A multi-cuisine food court in the Activation Area designed for investors, residents and visitors. The design includes 8 kitchens/counters, 4 shops, seating for 600, centralized air conditioning and diverse food formats. Awarded to M/s SCC Infrastructure on EPC basis on 7 May 2025; cost ₹17.47 crore; PMC TPF Engineering Pvt Ltd; land 7,466.84 sq. m; built-up 2,981 sq. m; work started 4 Jun 2025.
A higher-secondary school with Science, Commerce and Arts streams. Planned facilities include smart classrooms, laboratories, library, sports infrastructure and green spaces. Awarded to M/s Build Well Engineers on EPC basis on 28 Feb 2025; cost ₹27.99 crore; PMC TPF Engineering Pvt Ltd; CBSE/IB standards from Nursery to 12th; plot 34,529 sq. m; built-up 6,082.11 sq. m; work started 13 Jun 2025.
State-of-the-art investor accommodation in the Activation Area for visiting investors, corporate delegations and stakeholders. Awarded to M/s Unique Builders on EPC basis on 27 Mar 2025; cost ₹26.72 crore; PMC TPF Engineering Pvt Ltd; plot 12,096.71 sq. m; built-up 4,000 sq. m; work started 24 Apr 2025.
A fully equipped fire station with 11 garages for emergency response and fire safety. Awarded to M/s Aditya Infrabuilcon Pvt. Ltd. on an Item Rate contract on 28 Feb 2025; cost ₹20.12 crore; plot 8,793.63 sq. m; built-up 3,001 sq. m; PMC TPF Engineering Pvt Ltd; work started 9 May 2025.
An eco-luxury retreat for business and leisure travellers, investors and corporate delegations. Awarded to M/s Kamnath Private Limited on PPP basis with a 10-year operations period on 27 Mar 2025. Management fees of ₹1.55 crore were receivable by DICDL; construction started 27 May 2025.
A mixed-use development in the high-access Activation Area, spearheaded by GAP Group/GAP Associates. The report describes more than 1,000 modern studio apartments with premium commercial spaces, high-end 2BHK apartments, 500+ studios, club and sports amenities, banquet hall, 100-room hotel, co-working offices and high-end retail. The E-Auction Letter of Award was issued 14 Nov 2024 with approximately ₹2,000 crore investment; construction was underway.
Developed by Seksaria Buildcon LLP in JV with The Amore Banquet for business travellers, corporate guests and investors. The project includes over 100 rooms and business/meeting facilities. Plot awarded through E-Auction; Letter of Award 24 Dec 2024; approximately ₹35 crore investment; construction was underway.
DICDL participated in Gujarat Semiconnect-2025 from 5–7 March 2025 in Gandhinagar. The supplied Annual Report states that the Chief Minister virtually laid the foundation stone for a 200-bed multi-specialty hospital, an integrated school and a fire station at Dholera SIR. Dr. Kuldeep Arya, IAS, Managing Director of DICDL presented an overview of current developments, upcoming infrastructure projects and investment opportunities, with Dholera SIR also showcased in the exhibition.
The supplied DICDL Spotlight states that the expressway was inaugurated on 31 March 2026, is access-controlled, was implemented in four packages, has 10 interchanges and includes provisions for a future semi-high-speed rail corridor.
The Spotlight states that the SEZ for Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Private Limited was notified on 9 April 2026. It reports a proposed ₹91,000 crore fabrication project and potential for more than 20,000 employment opportunities through the ecosystem.
The conference brought together semiconductor leaders, policymakers, technology companies, investors, academia and ecosystem stakeholders. More than 130 delegates later visited Dholera SIR for an on-ground infrastructure tour.
The publication records visits by Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Shri S. Krishnan and Shri Amitesh Kumar Sinha to review fab construction, utilities, logistics, infrastructure preparedness and ecosystem integration.
The Spotlight records Japanese engagement including a 45-member delegation associated with JBIC, JETRO and NICDC visiting the expressway, upcoming Dholera International Airport and Dholera SIR infrastructure.
The publication notes multi-speciality hospital, corporate hotel, fire station, Tent City, guest house, food court, school and residential and commercial developments.
The supplied publication describes the Dholera SEZ notification for Tata Semiconductor and its significance for India's semiconductor ambitions.
Coverage highlighted the expressway and its wider infrastructure, connectivity, tourism and development implications.
Coverage connected Gujarat infrastructure and semiconductor developments with Dholera.
The supplied media list records the Union Minister's statement about the expected fab timeline.
Coverage listed progress review of the proposed faster connectivity corridor.
The supplied media list describes the budget allocation in the context of Dholera's industrial ecosystem.
Coverage listed progress of the greenfield airport near Ahmedabad and Dholera.
The coverage list highlights the Dholera SIR pavilion and investment potential discussion.
The supplied list connects the Dholera Tata Semiconductor SEZ with India's chip-manufacturing programme.
For the live government media archive, use the official Dholera Gujarat portal reference supplied with this project.
Open official media coverage →The report states that DICDL has a risk management framework covering Program Implementation Risk, Business and Marketing Risk, Financial Risk, and External and Regulatory Risk, with controls designed for compliance, efficiency and accountability.
A road safety awareness programme with RTO Bavla was held at the ABCD Building. The report states that more than 80 participants attended, including representatives of TSMPL, Renew Energy, L&T (R&S Projects), CETP, MSKEL, BRCIL, DICDL, GISF and other stakeholders.
A National Safety Day session on 4 March 2025 covered toolbox talks, safe working at height, height-work permits, excavation safety, scaffolding, heavy machinery and lifting tools, along with site safety induction.
During the 2024 monsoon, DICDL and the State Forest Department planted approximately 20,970 saplings across 8 hectares under a dense afforestation model, including species such as Vad, Peepal, Neem, Pilu, Casuarina, Arjun, Peltophorum and Kanji.
The Board did not recommend any dividend for FY 2024–25.
No amount was transferred to reserves during the year under review.
Authorised capital: ₹6,000 crore. Issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital at 31 March 2025: ₹5,683.326531 crore, as stated in the supplied report.
The report describes DICDL as a Special Purpose Vehicle established as a joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Gujarat.
Gandhinagar office: 6th Floor, Block No. 1 & 2, Udyog Bhawan, Sector 11, Gandhinagar–382017. Dholera office: ABCD Building, Dholera–Dhandhuka Highway, Ta. Dholera, Dist. Ahmedabad–382455.
Investment inquiries: investment-dicdl@gujarat.gov.in. Other inquiries: info@dicdl.in. Phone: +91-079-2975-500/01.
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