Dholera Smart City Land Prices Soar Tenfold Amid Infrastructure Boom

Dholera’s Remarkable Rise: From Vision to Investment Magnet

Once a blueprint on the drawing board, Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR) in Gujarat has transformed into one of India’s most promising real estate frontiers. Over the past decade, this planned smart city-an integral part of the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor-has witnessed land prices surge nearly tenfold, a testament to the region’s growing allure for investors.

Land Values Reach New Heights

According to Lalit Parihar, Founder and Managing Director of the Dholera-based Aaiji Group, prices per square yard in various Town Planning (TP) Schemes have climbed to ₹7,000–₹10,000. In other TP schemes, rates range from ₹3,000 to ₹7,000 per square yard-still reflecting a tenfold increase over the past 10 years. This dramatic appreciation underscores the confidence investors have in Dholera’s future.

Infrastructure Ignites Investor Interest

The surge in land value is closely tied to the rollout of transformative infrastructure projects. The upcoming Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway and the international cargo airport, both slated to be operational in 2025, are set to redefine connectivity and accessibility in the region. Ruturajsinh Chudasma, Partner at Infinity Infracon, notes that the 109-kilometer expressway is progressing rapidly, while projects like the Bhimnath-Dholera broad-gauge rail line and the Vande Metro will further enhance the region’s transport network.

• Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway and international airport operational by 2025
• Bhimnath-Dholera broad-gauge rail line to boost connectivity
• Vande Metro project to enhance regional transport

“With infrastructure now visible on the ground, investor confidence is at an all-time high. The growth in land prices is a reflection of this shift. This data further reinforces Dholera's emergence as a high-potential real estate destination,” Parihar emphasizes.

A Magnet for Corporate Investment

Dholera’s transformation is not just attracting individual investors. The region has become a magnet for over 100 companies, including major names like Tata Electronics, which is setting up a ₹91,000 crore semiconductor project in the area. This influx of corporate investment highlights Dholera’s growing status as a national business and innovation hub.