Sarkhej, Ahmedabad

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for civic infrastructure and public utility projects worth approximately Rs 404.63 crore in Ahmedabad. These include the induction of 155 new air-conditioned electric buses, housing projects, water supply works, road infrastructure, Civic digitization initiatives & a new heritage-themed public park.

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is planning to monetise more than 209 civic properties through long-term leases to strengthen municipal revenues and fund infrastructure development. This initiative aims to generate sustainable non-tax income by leveraging commercially viable assets, including land parcels and built-up properties.

Ganesh Housing has launched a Rs 150 billion technology city project in Ahmedabad, comprising technology parks, commercial hubs, and residential components. This mixed-use development aims to support software, research, and allied services firms, and is designed to deepen economic ties with Gulf investors.

CREDAI Ahmedabad, in a high-level meeting with over 400 builders, has decided to increase property prices effective July 1, 2026. New projects will see a 10% price hike, while ongoing projects will experience a 5% increase. This decision is attributed to rising raw material costs, labor shortages, and global supply chain disruptions. However, customers can still book properties at old rates until June 30, 2026.

Ganesh Housing Limited has launched 'Million Minds Tech City,' a significant IT SEZ project near GIFT City in Ahmedabad. This development is poised to create over 70,000 high-skilled jobs and enhance Ahmedabad's appeal as a hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and technology companies.

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has approved a revised budget of Rs 18,518 crore for 2026-27, with a significant allocation for development works. The budget prioritizes basic civic services, infrastructure, urban mobility, and heritage conservation, aiming to improve residents' quality of life and enhance the city's infrastructure.

As part of the sports infrastructure development plan, Rs 100 crore has been allocated to convert Ahmedabad's SG Highway into a 'green urban highway'. This initiative is expected to improve the aesthetic appeal and environmental quality of the corridor, enhancing urban living.

Housing sales in Ahmedabad saw a 2% increase in 2025, reaching 18,752 units, while average property prices grew by 3% to Rs 3,197 per sq ft. This indicates a stable and growing real estate market in the city, driven by sustained demand and moderate price appreciation. The growth is expected to continue, making homeownership attainable.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple infrastructure and public welfare projects in Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad. These include railway overbridges, grade separators, bridges, flyovers, roads, redeveloped lakes (Vastrapur and Sarkhej Shakari), public gardens, yoga studios, primary health centers, and sports complexes.