Dholera SIR Development

Running & UpcomingProjects in Dholera SIR

Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR) is being developed as a large-scale industrial and smart-city destination with integrated infrastructure for manufacturing, semiconductors, aviation, logistics, renewable energy and urban development.

The region is supported by major investments in transportation, industrial infrastructure, energy and advanced manufacturing.

Major Development

Infrastructure shaping the future of Dholera

From aviation and high-speed road connectivity to semiconductor manufacturing, renewable energy and industrial infrastructure, major projects are being developed across Dholera SIR.

Projects

Running & Upcoming Developments

Explore the major infrastructure, industrial, transportation and energy projects supporting the development of Dholera SIR.

01Aviation & Logistics

Dholera International Airport

Under Construction / Near Completion

Dholera International Airport is being developed as a major aviation gateway for Dholera SIR. The airport is being integrated with the region's manufacturing ecosystem and planned multimodal connectivity.

As of July 2026, approximately 80% of overall construction was reported complete. The primary runway, taxiway and ATC tower had reached 100% completion, while construction of the passenger terminal and cargo facilities was continuing. The passenger terminal is planned with an annual capacity of approximately 2 million passengers, alongside a dedicated cargo terminal.

Developer

Dholera International Airport Company Limited

Key Features

  • International airport infrastructure
  • Passenger terminal
  • Dedicated cargo terminal
  • Direct road connectivity
  • Planned connection with the semi-high-speed rail corridor
  • Designed to support Dholera's industrial and semiconductor ecosystem
02Semiconductor Manufacturing

Tata Electronics Semiconductor Fab

Under Construction

Tata Electronics' semiconductor fabrication facility is one of the flagship industrial developments in Dholera.

The project is being developed as India's first commercial semiconductor fabrication facility, with a planned manufacturing capacity of approximately 50,000 wafers per month. The project is expected to create significant direct and indirect employment and support semiconductor applications across automotive, computing, communications and other technology sectors.

Investment

Approximately ₹91,526 crore

Manufacturing

300mm Semiconductor Fab

Key Features

  • 300mm wafer manufacturing
  • Advanced semiconductor fabrication
  • Automotive semiconductor applications
  • Computing and communications
  • Semiconductor ecosystem development
  • Supporting technology and supplier industries
03Road Infrastructure

Ahmedabad–Dholera Expressway

Opened / Operational Readiness Phase

The Ahmedabad–Dholera Greenfield Expressway provides high-speed road connectivity between Ahmedabad and Dholera SIR.

The Government reported in February 2026 that the expressway had been opened to the public for testing while final operational readiness was being assessed. The corridor also provides connectivity toward Dholera International Airport.

Length

Approximately 109 km

Project Cost

Approximately ₹5,800 crore

Key Features

  • Approximately 109 km corridor
  • Six-lane greenfield expressway
  • Direct Dholera connectivity
  • Airport interchange
  • Multiple interchanges and underpasses
  • Designed to reduce travel time between Ahmedabad and Dholera
04Rail & Public Transportation

Ahmedabad–Dholera Semi High-Speed Rail

Approved / Upcoming

The Ahmedabad (Sarkhej)–Dholera Semi High-Speed Double Line project has been approved by the Government of India.

The railway corridor is planned to connect Ahmedabad, Dholera SIR, Dholera International Airport and the Lothal National Maritime Heritage Complex, providing faster passenger connectivity to the region.

Length

Approximately 134 km

Approved Cost

Approximately ₹20,667 crore

Target Completion

2030–31

Key Features

  • Approximately 134 km rail corridor
  • Double-line semi-high-speed railway
  • Ahmedabad–Dholera connectivity
  • Airport connectivity
  • Connection toward Lothal
  • Improved commuting and industrial mobility
05Renewable Energy

Dholera Solar Park

Partially Operational / Further Development

Renewable energy is an important component of Dholera's industrial infrastructure.

The Dholera development plan includes a 1,000 MW solar park, of which 300 MW had been commissioned according to NICDC's project reporting.

Planned Capacity

1,000 MW

Commissioned

300 MW

Key Features

  • Large-scale solar generation
  • Renewable energy supply
  • Support for industrial development
  • Potential for further capacity expansion
06Urban & Industrial Infrastructure

Dholera Activation Area Infrastructure

Ongoing Development

The Activation Area forms the initial developed zone within Dholera SIR.

Infrastructure development includes roads, utilities, water supply, drainage, power infrastructure and other trunk infrastructure required to support industrial and urban development. NICDC has reported approved infrastructure packages for the Activation Area and development of the core infrastructure network.

Development

Activation Area

Sector

Urban & Industrial Infrastructure

Key Features

  • Roads
  • Water supply
  • Storm-water drainage
  • Underground utilities
  • Power infrastructure
  • Industrial infrastructure
  • Urban services
  • Green spaces and public infrastructure
07Semiconductor & Electronics

Semiconductor Ecosystem & Supporting Industries

Approved / Emerging

Dholera's semiconductor ecosystem is expanding beyond the main Tata fab.

In May 2026, the Government approved a project by Crystal Matrix Limited for an integrated compound-semiconductor fabrication and ATMP facility in Dholera, focused on Mini/Micro-LED display modules. The two newly approved Gujarat semiconductor projects announced at that time represented cumulative investment of approximately ₹3,936 crore.

Focus

Compound Semiconductor & ATMP

Sector

Semiconductor & Electronics

Key Features

  • Compound-semiconductor fabrication
  • ATMP facility
  • Mini/Micro-LED display modules
  • Technology partnerships
  • Supporting semiconductor industries
08Industrial Manufacturing

Industrial Manufacturing Development

Ongoing / Upcoming

Dholera SIR is planned as a major manufacturing destination with industrial land and supporting infrastructure for large-scale businesses.

The industrial ecosystem is intended to support sectors such as semiconductors, electronics, renewable energy, engineering, automotive, aerospace & defence, advanced manufacturing, chemicals, logistics and technology industries.

Development

Industrial Ecosystem

Sector

Industrial Manufacturing

Key Features

  • Semiconductors
  • Electronics
  • Renewable energy
  • Engineering
  • Automotive
  • Aerospace & defence
  • Advanced manufacturing
  • Chemicals
  • Logistics
  • Technology industries
09Freight & Logistics

Bhimnath–Dholera Freight Rail Connectivity

Planned / Development Stage

The Bhimnath–Dholera rail connection is intended to strengthen freight connectivity for Dholera SIR and connect the industrial region with the broader railway and freight network.

NICDC project documentation identifies the Bhimnath–Dholera Rail Line as an approved component of Dholera's external connectivity planning.

Development

External Connectivity

Sector

Freight & Logistics

Expected Benefits

  • Industrial freight movement
  • Better logistics connectivity
  • Support for manufacturing industries
  • Improved connection with national rail networks

At a Glance

Major Projects Overview

ProjectStatusSector
01Dholera International Airport
Under Construction / Near CompletionAviation & Logistics
02Tata Electronics Semiconductor Fab
Under ConstructionSemiconductor Manufacturing
03Ahmedabad–Dholera Expressway
Opened / Operational Readiness PhaseRoad Infrastructure
04Ahmedabad–Dholera Semi High-Speed Rail
Approved / UpcomingRail & Public Transportation
05Dholera Solar Park
Partially Operational / Further DevelopmentRenewable Energy
06Dholera Activation Area Infrastructure
Ongoing DevelopmentUrban & Industrial Infrastructure
07Semiconductor Ecosystem & Supporting Industries
Approved / EmergingSemiconductor & Electronics
08Industrial Manufacturing Development
Ongoing / UpcomingIndustrial Manufacturing
09Bhimnath–Dholera Freight Rail Connectivity
Planned / Development StageFreight & Logistics
Dholera's Emerging Industrial Ecosystem

An integrated ecosystem for future industries

Together, these projects are creating an integrated ecosystem around manufacturing + semiconductors + aviation + logistics + renewable energy + smart urban infrastructure.

The combination of the semiconductor fab, airport, expressway, rail connectivity and industrial infrastructure is intended to strengthen Dholera's position as a major manufacturing and investment region.

Manufacturing

Semiconductors

Aviation

Logistics

Renewable Energy

Smart Infrastructure

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