The Dholera Special Investment Region is India’s first greenfield smart city aimed to emerge as a global business and industrial center. A major factor for the success of Dholera is its road connectivity which is fully integrated with world-class logistics for relocation of goods, people, and investment.

With an advanced internal road network within Dholera, as well as the Ahmedabad Dholera Expressway – a 250-meter-wide central expressway, Dholera is on the path to transforming urban and industrial transportation in India. In addition to these developments, other major Ports of Gujarat and economic centers will also be linked to Dholera.

Moreover, the Kalpsar Dam to be constructed in the Gulf of Khambhat will create a direct shortest road between Dholera and south Gujarat, further improving its connectivity to Surat, Bharuch, and Dahej.

Dholera will adopt a futuristic approach in building the road network with infrastructure similar to Dubai, New York, and Singapore. This will not only foster development in the area but set a national standard for smart city infrastructure.

Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway: A High-Speed Corridor Linking Gujarat’s Future

One of the most significant roadway projects in Gujarat is the Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway, which is 109 km long and has six lanes. It is expected that the expressway will reduce the travel duration considerably between Ahmedabad and Dholera.

Ultra-Fast Travel: Dholera will become readily accessible from Ahmedabad as the expressway makes it possible to travel in just one hour rather than two and a half hours.

Boost to Industrial and Real Estate Growth: Dholera’s transformation into a business and technology hub will be fueled by the faster connectivity attracting businesses, startups, and residential projects.

Support for Dholera International Airport: Dholera International Airport and Ahmedabad will be connected efficiently via the expressway allowing easy transportation of passengers and cargo.

Multinational corporations, manufacturing giants, and logistics companies are expected to set up in Dholera SIR which will further strengthen the economic growth enabled by this expressway.

250-Meter-Wide Expressway: A Landmark in Indian Infrastructure

Dholera SIR will house one of the widest expressways in India which is 250 meters wide and will be located in the center of the city.

Global Benchmarking: Supporting smart transport solutions, the expressway will be able to accommodate high-speed vehicular movement as well as future expansion which is why it is designed with a width similar to expressways in Dubai, New York, and Singapore.

Multi-Modal Transport Lanes: A separate lane will be allotted for public transport, electric vehicles, cargo transport, and emergency services enabling an organized flow of traffic.

Urban Aesthetics and Greenery: In line with Dholera’s vision of a sustainable city, the expressway will feature smart lighting, pedestrian-friendly pathways, and greenery.

This expressway is projected to bolster industrial and business areas while simultaneously improving Dholera’s positioning as a model smart city on a global scale. Internal Road Network: Smart City Road Planning at its Best, Dholera SIR’s internal road network is designed with global urban planning standards that enable efficient movement across the city.

Wider Roads for Seamless Mobility: The city plans to construct roads between 18 meters to 70 meters wide to accommodate heavy industrial traffic, passenger movement, and smart city transport systems.

Future-Proof Infrastructure: Roads will have integrated intelligent traffic management systems, enabling smooth pedestrian movement, cycle lanes, and smart parking facilities.

Underground Utility Services: Unlike other conventional cities, Dholera will have its water, electricity, sewage, and internet services provided through underground conduits with no impact on road surfaces, ensuring that the services are uninterrupted as well as needing no road digging.

This advanced road network is expected to keep Dholera free of congestion, efficient, and ready for anything the future may hold, making it one of the most well-planned cities in India.

Kalpsar Dam: Creating the Shortest Route from Dholera to South Gujarat

The construction of the Kalpsar Dam will enhance the road connectivity of Dholera with the South Gujarat region. The dam will facilitate a faster and shorter road route from Dholera to the industrial cities in South Gujarat.

The road will strengthen the industrial and trade linkages to South Gujarat, which is already the home for many industries, ports, and manufacturing units, getting access to raw materials and labor for industry and facilities for exporting them become very easy.

Improved connectivity will also attract investments in the region which can lead to increased commercial hubs, businesses, IT parks, and logistics infrastructure in Dholera.

This will greatly increase the industrial competitiveness of Dholera since it will be connected to South Gujarat seamlessly via the Kalpsar Dam road project.

Improving Trade and Exports: Linking Gujarat’s Major Ports by Road

This ensures smooth trade and cargo movement to Dholera SIR as it will now be strategically connected to the three largest ports in Gujarat, Mundra, Kandla, and Pipavav.

1. Road Link to Mundra Port: Mundra is the biggest private port in India and imports and exports bulk and containerized cargo. Dholera will have quick access to industrial electronics and automobile goods exports which further increases the value of infrastructure development in Dholera.

2. Expansion of the Road to Kandla Port: This is an important port in India that handles bulk cargo such as petroleum products, chemicals, and machinery. Effective cargo movement will result due to direct road link expansion.

3. Expansion of the Road Link to Pipavav Port: Container port for food processing and automobile exports. The improved road network is a boost to Dholera’s manufacturing zones. This will develop Dholera as an industrial and export center with affordable and efficient logistics solutions for industries.

Smart Expressway and Roads In Dholera

World-standard road facilities with proper infrastructure will be utilized in Dholera’s expressways and the rest of the road network. AI included traffic management to check and allow the movement of people without traffic congestion. Promote green transportation with EV charging stations for easy access.

Commercial hubs along with highway rest areas, hotels, and fuel stations make traveling convenient. Emergency response services along with traffic update monitoring and CCTV highway cameras increase road security and surveillance. These systems will make transportation with ease and efficiency different from the rest of the country putting Dholera in the top tier of cities in India.

How Dholera Roads Will Benefit India

1. The potential for economic and industrial development is enhanced. These drives will pull foreign investors, business establishments, and industries. Access to transportation will greatly improve the logistics, IT, and Manufacturing sectors.

2. For Improved Business and General Travel Business professionals and residents will benefit from easy commuting due to the Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway, and the Kalpsar Dam road.

3. Increased Competitiveness in Trade and Export India’s position in international trade will improve with the reduction of transportation costs due to direct road access to ports.

4. Increased Economic Prosperity and Job Opportunities Economic growth and improving Dholera’s employment rate will be achieved through the estimated thousands of new job opportunities available with the construction, logistics, and industrial workforce needed to support the new infrastructure development projects.

Conclusion

In Dhodlera SIR, the cutting-edge road connectivity along with the direct roads to Gujarat’s main ports are expected to change urban and industrial growth in India. The other infrastructure projects expected to be completed are the Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway, which is an arterial expressway 250 m in width, an advanced internal road system, and the Kalpsar Dam project.

With a $12 billion investment, Dholera will become a truly smart city being the first in India that will fully equip it with infrastructure on a global scale. It puts Dholera at the center of the world’s most powerful cities such as Dubai, New York, and Singapore.