Mumbai: Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi visited Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) to review ongoing developments in the emerging industrial hub and assess the preparedness of supporting infrastructure being developed to cater to the region’s anticipated growth.
During the visit, Sanghavi was accompanied by DICDL Managing Director Kuldeep Arya, DICDL Joint Managing Director Rushin Bhatt, Advisor to the Chief Minister S.S. Rathore, Industries Secretary Mamta Verma and Tourism Secretary Mukesh Kumar.
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As part of the visit, the delegation toured GAP Group’s Akhilam township in Dholera’s Activation Area. Company representatives briefed the Deputy Chief Minister on the project’s progress and its role in addressing the future residential and commercial requirements of the region.
The delegation reviewed studio apartments, co-working spaces and food court facilities being developed within the township.
Sanghavi appreciated the development of these facilities and emphasized the importance of creating quality residential and lifestyle infrastructure to support industrial growth in the region. He also encouraged developers to expedite project execution in view of the anticipated rise in demand from industries establishing operations in Dholera.
The Deputy Chief Minister said Dholera could witness a significant increase in demand for ready-to-occupy accommodation in the near future as investments and industrial activity continue to gain momentum.
During the site visit, GAP Group officials informed the delegation about the construction of one of the largest RCC raft foundations for a residential development in Dholera, highlighting the scale of construction activity underway.
GAP Group Chairman Gopal Goswami, Managing Director Ambrish Parajiya and Executive Director Ravi Patel welcomed the Deputy Chief Minister and presented him with a Sankalp Patra, a Shankh and a copy of the Bhagavad Gita.
Commenting on the visit, Ambrish Parajiya, Managing Director of GAP Group, said, “The visit of Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi and senior government officials reflects the growing focus on Dholera’s development. Such engagements provide encouragement to developers and investors and reinforce confidence in the ecosystem being created. We remain committed to delivering quality infrastructure that supports Dholera’s emergence as a major industrial and urban destination.”
Gopal Goswami, Chairman of GAP Group, said, “Dholera represents the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the aspirations of a developed India. At GAP Group, our vision is aligned with the larger national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Through projects such as Akhilam and our continued investments in Dholera, we aim to create the residential, commercial and social infrastructure that will support economic growth in the region. Tangible development on the ground is the strongest expression of commitment to this vision.”
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Dholera continues to attract interest from industries and investors, with residential, commercial and social infrastructure expected to play a key role in supporting the region’s next phase of growth.
