Phase 1 of Dholera Smart City mainly includes the Activation Area where core infrastructure like roads, water, drainage, power, and ICT systems are already developed. This phase is designed to attract the first industries and create a working base for the city.
Let me explain clearly and simply.
1. Activation Area Development
• Around 22.5 square kilometers is covered in Phase 1
• It is called the Activation Area
• Developed under Dholera Industrial City Development Limited
• Part of the larger Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor program
This area is like the starting engine of the city.
When I visited this zone, I was honestly surprised. The roads are very wide. Proper markings. Service lanes. It did not feel like a random land parcel. It felt planned.
But yes, still empty in many places.
2. Road Infrastructure
• 6 lane and 4 lane internal roads
• Underground utility corridors below roads
• Proper storm water drainage system
• Street lighting installed
The underground utility tunnel system is important. Instead of digging roads again and again, cables and pipelines run through planned corridors.
This shows long term planning.
I have seen many Indian cities where roads get broken every few months. Here they are trying to avoid that mistake.
3. Water and Sewage Systems
• Water treatment plant
• Underground water supply network
• Sewage treatment plant
• Storm water management system
These things are not visible in photos, but they are the backbone of any city.
Without water and drainage, no industry will come.
From my understanding, this part gives confidence to investors because it shows seriousness.
4. Power Infrastructure
• 220 KV substation
• Reliable electricity network
• Underground cabling
• Smart grid features
Industries need uninterrupted power. Especially semiconductor and manufacturing companies.
Phase 1 ensures this base level of energy security.
This is not a small village level supply. It is industrial grade planning.
5. ICT and Smart Systems
• Fiber optic network
• Command and control systems
• Smart city management features
The idea is to create a digitally managed industrial city.
Though honestly, at this stage, most of the smart features are infrastructure ready rather than fully active.
It is more like preparing the platform.
6. Industrial Plots and Investment Zones
• Industrial land parcels ready for allotment
• Special zones for manufacturing
• Support infrastructure for logistics
The main goal of Phase 1 is to bring anchor industries.
Once industries start operating, residential demand naturally follows.
That is how industrial cities grow.
