GIFT City leads India’s smart infrastructure push

25 Apr 2026 CW Team

GIFT City in Gujarat has emerged as a key symbol of India’s smart infrastructure vision, combining advanced urban planning, sustainability and technology-led development. Spread across Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad, the integrated business district is designed to support finance, innovation and global investment.

The development features modern transport systems, district cooling, underground utility tunnels, automated waste collection and digital infrastructure aimed at improving efficiency and liveability. Its planning model focuses on reducing congestion, lowering emissions and enhancing long-term urban resilience.

GIFT City has also attracted growing interest from domestic and international companies across banking, financial services, technology and professional services. The project continues to strengthen India’s position as a competitive global business destination while demonstrating how future-ready cities can be developed through smart and sustainable infrastructure planning.

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