Real Estate Sector Pins Hopes on Union Budget 2025-26 for Revival Measures

The real estate sector is looking to Union Budget 2025-26 for much-needed support amidst declining activity. Affordable housing remains a key focus, with industry experts urging measures such as the reinstatement of the Credit-Linked Subsidy Scheme, revised price caps, and tax incentives. Infrastructure development is also expected to drive long-term growth.

Key Real Estate Trends in 2024: Rapid Urbanization, Demographic Shifts, and Rising Foreign Investment

In 2024, India’s real estate market continues to thrive with robust demand in both luxury and affordable housing sectors. Manju Yagnik, Vice Chairperson of Nahar Group, highlights trends such as the rising focus on green living, increasing infrastructure investments, and urbanization. With Maharashtra’s infrastructure projects transforming the region, the year is set to close as the best in terms of real estate performance, driven by economic growth and strong fundamentals.

Housing Sales Fall 4% in 2024, But Value Jumps 16% in Top 7 Cities

India’s housing market experienced a mixed performance in 2024, with overall sales volume declining by 4%, but the sales value rising by 16%. MMR and Bengaluru led in sales, while luxury housing demand soared. Despite a drop in new launches, the market saw significant price increases, particularly in Delhi-NCR, where prices rose by 30%. The outlook for 2025 remains optimistic with steady growth expected, driven by continued demand and new supply from developers.

Housing Sales Dip 11% Year-on-Year in Top 7 Cities; New Launches Fall Below 1 Lakh Units

In Q3 2024, India’s residential real estate market saw an 11% decline in housing sales across the top seven cities, totaling approximately 107,060 units. While new supply fell below 1 lakh for the first time since Q1 2023, strong demand continues to drive residential prices up by 23% year-on-year, indicating a stabilizing market following a two-year bull run.

New LTCG Tax Options Boost Real Estate Market

By Anuj Puri, Chairman – ANAROCK Group The government’s revised budget announcement…