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GIFT City: India's Smart Infrastructure Blueprint for Global Investment

GIFT City in Gandhinagar is emerging as a next-generation financial and technology hub designed to international standards. Its advanced underground utility tunnel seamlessly integrates essential services like electricity, water, and internet to ensure sustainability and avoid disruptive road digging. The city's smart operations are managed from a centralised Command and Control Centre for real-time monitoring of all connected buildings. With global firms and an international university campus, GIFT City positions India as a premier destination for global capital and innovation.

Key Points: GIFT City: India's Global Finance & Tech Hub

  • Underground utility tunnel network
  • Centralised smart operations centre
  • Attracts global firms like Bank of America
  • Hosts Deakin University's international campus
  • Blueprint for India's urban future
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GIFT City becomes flagbearer of India's smart infrastructure vision

Discover how Gujarat's GIFT City uses smart infrastructure and an integrated utility tunnel to attract global firms and shape India's urban future.

"At GIFT City, we have focused on creating infrastructure that matches global benchmarks in both quality and efficiency. - Anil Parmar"

Gandhinagar, April 21

As India cements its position as one of the world's fastest-growing major economies, global corporations are increasingly eyeing the country as a key investment destination. Anchored by strong digital systems and rapidly advancing infrastructure, India's urban landscape is undergoing a transformation, and at the heart of it stands Gujarat International Finance Tec-City.

Located in Gujarat's Gandhinagar, GIFT City is emerging as a next-generation financial and technology hub, purpose-built to meet international standards and attract global capital.

"At GIFT City, we have focused on creating infrastructure that matches global benchmarks in both quality and efficiency," said Anil Parmar, Vice President (Engineering).

"We've developed an integrated utility framework where all essential services are housed within a single tunnel system. This ensures that future maintenance or expansion does not require digging up roads."

One of the defining features of GIFT City is its advanced underground utility tunnel network. Electricity, water supply, high-speed internet, and district cooling systems are seamlessly integrated, enabling uninterrupted services and long-term sustainability.

The city also hosts India's first fully integrated smart operations model. Its centralised Command and Control Centre enables real-time monitoring and management of key urban services.

Dr. Nilesh Kumar Purey, Chief Technology Officer, emphasised the system's robustness, stating, "Before granting occupancy certificates, we ensure that all buildings are connected to our centralised platform. This allows us to monitor and manage utilities in real time, ensuring efficiency and quick response when required."

The city's strategic importance is further reinforced by the presence of global firms such as Bank of America, KPMG, and Infibeam Avenues, all of which have expanded their operations within the hub.

In a significant boost to its global profile, Deakin University has also established an international campus in the city, marking a milestone in cross-border educational collaboration.

"Following the 2023 announcement, coordinated efforts by the Gujarat government, Government of India, and the Australian government made this international campus a reality," said Deepak Bajaj, Campus Director.

With its seamless blend of smart infrastructure, global business ecosystem, and international education, GIFT City is not just a city, it is a blueprint for India's urban future.

As nations compete for investment and innovation, this high-tech hub is positioning India firmly on the global financial map, shaping what could become the country's most defining growth story in the years ahead.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone working in infrastructure consulting, I'm impressed by the integrated utility framework. The real test will be long-term maintenance and cost recovery. It's a bold, necessary vision. Deakin University setting up campus there is a huge vote of confidence.
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Priya S
Amazing progress! But I do hope the development is inclusive. We need to ensure that the jobs and opportunities created here are accessible to a wide section of our society, not just a select few. The "smart" city must also be a "fair" city.
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Vikram M
Gujarat leading from the front once again! Having all services in one tunnel is pure genius. This will save crores in the long run. Now, if only we could get our older cities to adopt even 10% of this planning. The Command Centre idea is brilliant for disaster management too.
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Rohit P
Bank of America, KPMG, Deakin University... the list of anchors is seriously world-class. This is how you attract FDI and build a knowledge economy. Hope it creates a ripple effect for the entire region. Jai Hind!
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Deepak U
While the infrastructure sounds top-notch, I have a respectful criticism. We've seen "smart city" projects before that looked great on paper but struggled with ground reality. I hope GIFT City prioritizes reliable public transport and affordable housing from day one, not just corporate towers.
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