The UK‑based Halcrow Group (now part of Jacobs Engineering) was appointed by the Dholera Special Investment Region Development Authority (DSIRDA) as the master planner for the ~920 sq km Dholera SIR—setting the conceptual and regulatory framework which shapes the city’s growth.
1. Master Plan & Concept Planning
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In 2010–2012, Halcrow led the preparation of the initial master plan for Dholera SIR, including mosaic mapping, integrating cadastral and land‑use surveys, and satellite-based ground verification.
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The firm developed the zoning structure, land‑use strategies, road network layouts, and regulatory frameworks like Development Control Regulations (DCR) and TP schemes.
2. Town Planning Scheme Development
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Halcrow’s concept served as the foundation for multiple Town Planning (TP) schemes, including TP‑5 (~75 km²) and TP‑6 (~67 km²)—covering hundreds of plots across several villages. These were essential to funding public infrastructure and enabling implementation.
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Their designs were handed over to the local consultant Design & Planning Council (DPC) for deeper refinement and stakeholder consultation.
3. Stakeholder Coordination & Public Consultations
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Halcrow’s approach included liaising closely with state departments, village communities, and DSIRDA, conducting workshops and meetings to ensure local needs were integrated.
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This was critical in navigating land pooling and compensation structures under the Special Investment Region Act (2009).
4. Foundation for Trunk Infrastructure & Program Management
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The master plan by Halcrow created the blueprint on which AECOM later took charge of program management and detailed trunk infrastructure design—covering roads, drainage, utilities, and more.
Why Halcrow’s Role Matters to Investors
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Their early work defined the legal and development structure—making Dholera a planned and legally robust industrial city.
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Ensured consistent TP zoning and plot layouts, essential for transparent land sales and governance.
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Enabled effective financial planning, creating funds for public trunk infrastructure through TP‑based resource allocations.
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Provided the regulatory foundation for sustainable master frameworks, enabling companies like AECOM to design reliable utilities and connectivity systems.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Who did the master planning for Dholera SIR?
The master plan for Dholera SIR was created by the UK-based Halcrow Group. It included zoning, land-use planning, and the framework for TP schemes.
Q2. What TP Schemes did Halcrow design?
Halcrow led the design for TP‑5 (~75 km²) and TP‑6 (~67 km²), which covered hundreds of plots across multiple villages and laid the groundwork for land pooling and infrastructure funding.
Q3. How did Halcrow coordinate with local stakeholders?
Halcrow (through DPC) organized public consultations and liaison sessions with state departments, DSIRDA, and local landowners to build consensus on land-use plans.
✅ Conclusion
Halcrow’s master planning work laid the strategic blueprint for Dholera Smart City—from zoning to TP scheme design—enabling the next phases of infrastructure implementation. Their collaboration with DSIRDA, DPC, and stakeholder groups ensured the city has a solid planning foundation—crucial for investors’ due diligence and long-term confidence.
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