Dholera, Gujarat: In a major technological leap for India’s real estate and infrastructure sector, the country’s first large-scale 3D-printed homes are set to come up in Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), India’s first planned smart city. The initiative is being led by a joint venture between Nestoria Group, a trusted real estate developer that has been active in Dholera since 2018 and The GB Group, a veteran construction company with 38 years of experience.
The project marks a significant milestone in India’s journey towards technology-driven urban development and aligns closely with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a “Viksit Bharat” by 2047. PM Modi has repeatedly described Dholera as a “global benchmark city” and a key pillar of India’s future industrial and urban growth strategy.
It is important to highlight that Nestoria Atulyam Society has been thoughtfully conceptualized and designed by GB Architects, who have carefully blended modern architectural aesthetics with structural durability and future-ready planning. Every element of the project reflects a forward-looking vision that aligns with evolving urban lifestyles and technological advancement.
A Smart City Meets Smart Construction
Dholera SIR, located about 100 km from Ahmedabad, is being developed as part of the Delhi–Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) project. With world-class infrastructure, an upcoming international airport, six-lane expressway connectivity, and advanced smart utilities, Dholera is widely seen as India’s most ambitious greenfield smart city project.
Now, the city is set to become a national testing ground for next-generation construction technology.
The GB Group–Nestoria joint venture has announced the deployment of a “Make in India” 3D concrete printing machine that can construct the core structure of a residential home in just three days—a process that typically takes several months using conventional methods.
Industry experts say this could fundamentally change the way housing is built in India, particularly in fast-growing urban and industrial regions.
How the Technology Works
The 3D printing construction system functions as a highly automated robotic unit that follows a pre-programmed digital blueprint created by architects and engineers.
Once the design is uploaded, the machine prints the building layer by layer using a specially engineered high-strength concrete mixture. Each layer is deposited with millimetre-level precision, ensuring uniform thickness, structural consistency, and superior load-bearing strength.
Unlike traditional construction, the machine can operate continuously, day and night, without fatigue, enabling rapid project execution and consistent quality control.
Lower Costs, Faster Delivery, Greener Footprint
According to officials associated with the project, the adoption of 3D printing technology is expected to bring multiple benefits:
- Drastic reduction in construction time, with structural work completed in three days
- Lower overall construction costs due to reduced labour dependency and minimal material wastage
- Improved build quality through precision-based layering
- Near-zero on-site waste, making the process highly eco-friendly
- Reduced noise, dust, and environmental disturbance at project sites
“This technology allows us to build faster, cleaner, and more affordably, without compromising on structural safety or quality,” a senior executive from The GB Group said.
Backed by Decades of Experience
Founded in 1988, The GB Group brings nearly four decades of construction and infrastructure expertise to the project. The company has executed residential, commercial, and industrial developments across multiple Indian states and is known for timely delivery and engineering reliability.
Nestoria Group (Nestoria Buildcon), with over 15 years of experience in real estate development, has focused extensively on Dholera SIR since 2018. The company has been among the earliest private developers to invest in the region and has played a key role in promoting Dholera as an emerging investment destination.
“The synergy between GB Group’s construction strength and Nestoria’s regional development experience has made this technological leap possible,” said a spokesperson from Nestoria Group.
First Project: Nestoria Construction in Central Dholera
The first residential project to be built using the 3D printing machine will be Nestoria Construction, located in the central zone of Dholera Smart City.
The project is being positioned as a demonstration model for rapid, affordable, and sustainable housing. Developers say it will serve as a proof-of-concept for future large-scale residential colonies built using the same technology.
Buyers in this project are expected to benefit from lower entry prices, faster possession timelines, and improved construction quality.
Boost for ‘Make in India’ and Atmanirbhar Bharat
The introduction of domestically produced 3D construction machinery also strengthens the Government of India’s ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives.
By manufacturing and deploying advanced construction equipment within the country, the project reduces dependency on imported technologies and supports local industrial capability building.
Policy analysts say this could help India emerge as a global hub for 3D construction technology in the coming decade.
A Glimpse of India’s Construction Future
The GB Group–Nestoria initiative is being widely seen as a pilot that could reshape India’s construction ecosystem.
Experts say that if the technology proves scalable and commercially viable, it could be extended to:
- Affordable housing projects
- Industrial worker housing
- Disaster-resilient housing zones
- Rapid urban expansion corridors
