Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel
The chief minister also reviewed green development initiatives spread across 53 hectares, where more than 1.1 lakh saplings are being planted in collaboration with the forest department and Sadbhavna Trust.
An official statement said that Patel reviewed the progress of work of Tata Electronics’ semiconductor fabrication facility, as the state steps up efforts to develop the planned industrial hub into a global centre for advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies. The visit is part of a new approach adopted by the chief minister to assess the progress of flagship projects through on-site inspections, an official statement said. Gandhinagar: Chief minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday visited Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) and reviewed the progress of key industrial, social and connectivity projects at the smart industrial city.
The Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway has become operational, while Dholera international airport is expected to become operational by the end of 2026 following the successful landing of a calibration flight, according to the state govt.
The statement said Tata Electronics’ semiconductor fabrication facility is expected to anchor Dholera’s semiconductor ecosystem, supporting chip manufacturing, ancillary industries, technology companies and skilled employment. The chief minister reviewed construction progress at the site.