Ahmedabad’s Industrial Rise: Building a Global Manufacturing Powerhouse

Rajesh Barhatt, Joint Commissioner, Industries, Gujarat, shares insights into Ahmedabad’s evolving industrial landscape and its growing importance to Gujarat’s economic growth.From a strong MSME base and strategic connectivity to automobiles and EVs, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, engineering and startups, Ahmedabad is developing a diverse ecosystem for businesses and investors. With supportive government policies, infrastructure and a focus on ease of doing business, the city is creating new opportunities for industries looking to scale in India and compete globally.