Manufacturing Boom Set to Reshape India’s Industrial Real Estate; Leasing Share to Hit 46% by 2027

India’s manufacturing sector is driving unprecedented growth in industrial real estate, with leasing expected to hit nearly 34 million sq. ft by 2027. A new JLL report shows a massive shift toward Grade A facilities and strong demand from advanced manufacturing sectors, reshaping the country’s industrial landscape.

India Defies Regional Slowdown as Logistics Rents Rise Amid Manufacturing Surge

India has emerged as a regional outlier in Knight Frank’s H1 2025 logistics report, posting 3.4% rent growth amid a broader APAC slowdown, underpinned by a 14-month high in manufacturing and rising global supply chain reconfiguration.

Mumbai Leads India’s Real Estate Market in Q1 2025

Mumbai’s real estate market remained resilient in Q1 2025, with stable cap rates across office, retail, and industrial sectors. Office leasing surged 24% YoY, retail capital values outpaced rents, and industrial demand stayed strong. According to Colliers, Mumbai continues to attract long-term investors amid broader regional caution.