ReNew Energy Secures ₹8.7 Billion Investment from BII for Dholera Solar Cell Facility
UK-based impact investor and development finance institution, British International Investment (BII), has committed approximately ₹8.7 billion (nearly $100 million) to ReNew Energy Global. This strategic investment is aimed at supporting the development of a 4 GW Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact (TOPCon) solar cell production plant in Dholera, Gujarat. The capital will be channeled into ReNew […]
Dholera’s Transformation: From Smart City to Semicon Superpower
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel recently visited the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) to evaluate the rapid infrastructure advancements taking place. The state government, under his leadership, is pushing forward with the vision of developing India’s inaugural Semicon City, featuring cutting-edge smart infrastructure integrated with renewable energy solutions. During the inspection, the Chief Minister received […]
GAP Group Unveils ‘Akhilam’ Township Project in Dholera SIR, CM Reviews Progress
One of western India’s prominent infrastructure developers, GAP Group, has announced a major real estate project in the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), reinforcing its commitment to the region’s urban and industrial growth. The project, located in Dholera’s rapidly developing Activation Area, will feature a mix of residential towers, corporate office spaces, premium retail outlets, […]
Dholera Impresses JBIC Delegation with Rapid Infrastructure Growth
Mr. Hashiyama Shigeto, Executive Managing Director of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (#JBIC), led a high-level delegation on an insightful visit to Dholera’s Activation Area. The objective was to gain first-hand exposure to the region’s state-of-the-art infrastructure and its progress toward becoming a global investment destination. The visit commenced with a tour of the […]
CM Bhupendra Patel Inspects Dholera Smart City Projects
To ensure expeditious execution and heightened transparency on development projects, Gujarat’s Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has initiated ground review exercises aimed at overseeing major infrastructure projects within the state. This included the Chief Minister’s visit to Dholera Special Investment Region (Dholera SIR) along with the upcoming Dholera Smart City, which are two of the most […]
Dholera and Kutch Identified for Gujarat’s Upcoming Space Launchpad
Gujarat eagerly awaits proposals from ISRO as it seeks launchpad construction to further join India’s space endeavors. Recently, the state released its SpaceTech Policy and now proposes an entire new dedicated facility that would enable future space missions and satellite deployments. Senior governmental officials revealed that several other sites, such as Kutch and Dholera, have […]
CBIC Notifies Dholera as Authorized Customs Location for Import and Export Operations
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has officially designated Dholera in Gujarat as an authorized customs location for the unloading of imported goods and the loading of export goods, or any specific category of such goods. This designation was announced through Notification No. 25/2025 dated April 15, 2025. The Board exercised its […]
India’s Semiconductor Dream Takes Shape in Dholera
India is preparing to make significant advancements in the semiconductor sector. Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, recently stated that India will have its first “Made in India” semiconductor chip by the end of 2025. In an exclusive interview with Money Control, the minister stated that the project is on track in regards […]
Polycab India Invests Over ₹1,000 Crores in Dholera Smart City: A Strategic Leap Toward the Future
Polycab India, a leader in the industry of wires, cables, and electrical solutions, has shared plans toward investment in Dholera‘s Smart City project. Polycab plans to invest over ₹1,000 crores toward the project; this will mark an important Phased-Industrial-Investment Region (PIER) area milestone for Polycab and showcases the Cidco Dholera Industrial City’s growing appeal as […]
Dholera’s Semiconductor Vision: Tata Electronics Brings KC Ang on Board
Tata Electronics Private Limited has taken a significant step in the semiconductor sector by bringing in KC Ang as President and Head of Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing Private Limited. He will report to Dr. Randhir Thakur, CEO & MD of Tata Electronics, and will oversee the company’s AI-driven foundry systems. Tata Semiconductor Manufacturing will be strategically […]
