Govt nod to 30 tall buildings, 25 to come up in Ahmedabad

In GIFT City, two tall buildings have already been constructed, and the other 10 buildings are at various stages of construction.

Among the 30 approved, 25 skyscrapers will come up in Ahmedabad; Surat and Gandhinagar to each have two and Vadodara to have one. Of these, 20 are residential, seven commercial, two mixed use, and one is a public building.

“This surge in vertical development has generated significant revenue, with approximately Rs 1,000 crore received by local bodies through premium FSI,” the state government said in a release.

“The completion of several projects is anticipated before Diwali, further enhancing the state’s urban landscape. These buildings are not only setting new records in height but also incorporating advanced construction technologies such as Mivan formwork, shear walls, and skywalks at terrace levels,” said the statement. “Additionally, provision for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure ensures that these developments are future-ready,” the release said.

A Special Technical Committee, chaired by Principal Secretary of Urban Development and Urban Housing Department, has been established to assess the feasibility of the projects. “As we celebrate Skyscraper Day on September 3, Gujarat stands as a symbol of progress, innovation, and a vision for future. The state’s new vertical developments not only address the growing demand for residential and commercial space but also set the stage for a new chapter in its architectural heritage,” it further stated.

Recognising the need for urban expansion and the potential for vertical growth, Gujarat government had revised regulations, promoting the construction of tall structures exceeding 100 metres. Until 2017 a maximum height of 70 meters was permissible for the buildings in Gujarat.