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Mumbai

Mumbai Skyline Redefined: Maharashtra Considers Raising Building Height Cap to 180 Metres

The Maharashtra government has proposed raising Mumbai’s high-rise building height limit from 120m to 180m, allowing structures up to 60 floors. Real estate experts support the move, citing growth, sustainability, and improved urban planning.
MHADA

MHADA to Build 8 Lakh Homes in 5 Years Under Affordable Housing Plan

MHADA will construct 8 lakh affordable homes by 2030, aligning with NITI Aayog’s recommendations. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde announced the plan during a housing lottery event in Thane, where 2,147 homes and 117 plots were allotted. The government is also introducing a new housing policy, focusing on rental housing, hostels, and redevelopment projects to expand affordable housing options.
Nirmala Sitharaman to present the union budget

Budget 2025: Tax Relief on Two Homes, ₹15,000 Cr SWAMIH Fund & Urban Growth Push Real Estate Forward

The Union Budget 2025-26 brings significant tax relief for homeowners, allowing tax exemptions on two self-occupied properties instead of one. This progressive move enhances homeownership benefits, reducing notional rental tax burdens and making real estate investments more attractive. Additionally, the budget introduces a ₹15,000 crore infusion into the SWAMIH Fund to accelerate stalled housing projects, boosting market confidence. With zero income tax up to ₹12 lakh, middle-class disposable income is set to rise, fueling housing demand. However, industry experts highlight the need for further reforms, including home loan interest deductions and streamlined approval processes, to maximize sectoral growth.
Modi wants to build 3 crore homes for urban and rural poor

Maharashtra Government Allocates ₹8,100 Crore for PMAY (Urban) 2.0

The Maharashtra government has announced an allocation of ₹8,100 crore for the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) 2.0. This initiative aims to provide affordable housing to urban residents, offering financial subsidies to eligible homebuyers. To qualify, applicants must not own any residential property in the country
Dignitaries at NAREDCO Maharashtra's The Real Estate Forum 2024

Maharashtra Govt Considers Stamp Duty Concessions

The Maharashtra Government is contemplating additional concessions on registration and stamp duty…