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HSIIDC Identifies 6.7-Acre Site for India's Tallest Building in Global City Gurugram—620 to 700 Metres Mixed-Use Tower at RFP Stage
The Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) has identified a 6.7-acre plot within the proposed 1,000-acre Global City development where a mixed-use tower between 620 metres and 700 metres in height is being planned. If the proposal materialises, the structure would become the tallest building in India by a considerable margin and rank among the world's tallest towers.
| Plot Size Identified | 6.7 acres within Global City Gurugram |
|---|---|
| Proposed Height | 620–700 metres |
| Comparison to India's Current Tallest | Mumbai's Palais Royale: 320 metres (proposed tower nearly 2× taller) |
| Comparison to Gurugram's Tallest | Trump Towers Delhi NCR: 201.53 metres (proposed tower >3× taller) |
| Proposed Uses | Premium office, corporate headquarters, hospitality, retail, residential, observation decks |
| Global City Total Area | 1,002 acres across Sectors 36, 36B, 37, 37A, 37B, Dwarka Expressway |
| Current Project Stage (as of June 2026) | Proposal and Request for Proposal (RFP) stage; no DPR, consultants not appointed, bidding not commenced |
| Government Consultation Period | 2–3 years of consultation with developers from NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai to assess feasibility and master plan |
The Announcement
The Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) has earmarked a 6.7-acre plot within the proposed 1,000-acre Global City development for a mixed-use tower planned to stand between 620 and 700 metres tall, according to reports released on 6 June 2026. Over the past two to three years, the state government has held consultations with prominent developers from the NCR, Bengaluru and Mumbai to frame the master plan and gauge market demand, study global practices and assess the feasibility of building a landmark structure.
The identification of this site marks a formal step in the state government's vision to position Haryana as a global urban hub. The Global City project is the Haryana government's marquee urban development being executed by HSIIDC in Gurugram. Located on roughly 1,000 acres close to the Dwarka Expressway, it is conceived as an integrated hub for business, commercial, residential and institutional activity, aimed at drawing global corporations, financial bodies and technology firms.
Proposed Tower Specifications
The site has been set aside for a mixed-use project that may combine commercial, hospitality, retail and residential elements, though final specifications are awaited. The planned tower will be a mixed-use landmark, featuring premium office spaces, global corporate headquarters, hospitality facilities, observation decks, and public areas.
Haryana Industries Minister Rao Narbir Singh described the vision clearly. The tower will make Gurugram the true "Singapore of the North" and mark the biggest milestone in the city's journey as a global trade and business centre.
Scale and Comparisons
At a proposed height of 620-700 metres, the structure would dwarf India's tallest existing building, Mumbai's Palais Royale, which stands at 320 metres. Gurugram's tallest completed building is Trump Towers Delhi NCR at 201.53 metres, according to data from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH).
If completed as planned, the Global City tower would be more than three times the height of Gurugram's tallest building and nearly double the height of India's current tallest skyscraper. At its proposed height range, it would rank in the world's top 5 tallest buildings, between the Shanghai Tower (632m) and the Mecca Royal Clock Tower (601m).
Project Status and Timeline
As of early 2026, the project for India's tallest building is still at the proposal and Request for Proposal (RFP) stage. The bidding process has not yet commenced, and consultants are yet to be appointed. As of June 2026, it is at proposal and RFP stage — construction date unconfirmed.
The Global City project itself is progressing in phases. The first phase covers 587 acres and focuses entirely on building roads, drainage systems, underground utility corridors, power supply infrastructure, and a 350-million-litre water reservoir. A Rs 940 crore tender has already been awarded and construction is actively underway. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has officially confirmed a December 2026 target for Phase 1 completion, with complete project delivery targeted by 2035.
What Happens Next
HSIIDC is expected to auction land parcels to bring in investment and speed up progress. The tower project will advance through the RFP process, during which HSIIDC will appoint technical consultants, develop detailed design plans, and issue a tender to select a development partner.
No construction start date has been announced. The tower is at proposal stage. No DPR. No consultants appointed. No bidding commenced. The construction timeline is long-term and unspecified. For now, the project remains a landmark signaling the government's institutional commitment to the Global City corridor and its positioning as the next major business and residential hub in the NCR.
Development phases
Frequently asked questions
What is the Global City project?
The Global City project is the Haryana government's marquee urban development being executed by HSIIDC in Gurugram. Located on roughly 1,000 acres close to the Dwarka Expressway, it is conceived as an integrated hub for business, commercial, residential and institutional activity, aimed at drawing global corporations, financial bodies and technology firms.
What is the current status of the tallest building proposal?
As of early 2026, the project for India's tallest building is still at the proposal and Request for Proposal (RFP) stage. The bidding process has not yet commenced, and consultants are yet to be appointed.
How much taller will it be than India's current tallest building?
If completed as planned, the Global City tower would be more than three times the height of Gurugram's tallest building and nearly double the height of India's current tallest skyscraper. India's current tallest, Mumbai's Palais Royale, stands at 320 metres; the proposed tower would reach 620–700 metres.
What will the tower contain?
The planned tower will be a mixed-use landmark, featuring premium office spaces, global corporate headquarters, hospitality facilities, observation decks, and public areas.
When will the tower be built?
As of June 2026, it is at proposal and RFP stage — construction date unconfirmed. The RFP process must first be completed, consultants appointed, and a developer selected. No construction timeline has been announced.
Where exactly is the plot located within Global City?
Global City Gurugram is Haryana government's flagship 1,002-acre integrated urban development implemented by HSIIDC across Sectors 36, 36B, 37, 37A, and 37B on Dwarka Expressway. The 6.7-acre tower plot is located within this development.
Sources
- Business Standard: Gurugram to get India's tallest building under Haryana's Global City plan
- Swarajya: India May Get Its Tallest Skyscraper in Gurugram's Global City Project
- 100acress: Haryana Global City Project in Gurugram: India's Tallest Building Planned on Dwarka Expressway
- SuperLuxeRE: India's Tallest Building — 620–700m in Gurugram's Global City
- Homwisor: Global City Gurgaon: Master Plan and Market Dynamics
- Global City Gurugram Official Website
- India.com: All you need to know about Haryana's plan to build India's tallest tower near Gurugram