SRA Unveils Technology-Driven Reforms to Accelerate Slum Rehabilitation Across Mumbai

With blockchain approvals, satellite tracking, and Aadhaar-linked beneficiary systems, Mumbai’s SRA 2.0 is rewriting how slum rehabilitation works — faster, transparent, and data-driven.

Q1 2025 Sentiment Index: Housing Slows, Office Market Holds Strong

The Q1 2025 Knight Frank-NAREDCO Sentiment Index shows a dip in both current and future real estate sentiment scores, driven by a slowdown in residential sales and global economic uncertainties. While affordable housing demand weakens, India’s office sector remains a bright spot with strong leasing and stable rents.

MahaRERA Limits Tenure of SRO Representatives, Sets Expertise Requirement

The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has capped the tenure of Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO) representatives at two years. It also mandates that representatives assisting with housing project registrations must be experts in legal, financial, or technical domains. This move aims to enhance the efficiency and transparency of the registration process while avoiding conflicts of interest.

Mumbai Property Registrations Rise 5% in November 2024; Surge in Demand for Premium Properties

Mumbai’s property market saw a 5% year-on-year increase in registrations in November 2024, with a notable surge in demand for properties priced above ₹2 crore. The rise in registrations, coupled with a 30% increase in stamp duty collections, reflects a growing preference for premium housing.

Maharashtra’s Property Market Eyes Major Reforms With Formation of the New Government

As the Mahayuti alliance prepares to form the new government in Maharashtra, the real estate sector is anticipating major reforms aimed at reshaping the industry. Key industry leaders are calling for streamlined project approvals, improved infrastructure connectivity, and policies supporting affordable housing and luxury developments. These reforms are expected to drive economic growth, foster sustainable urban development, and position Maharashtra as a leading investment hub on the global real estate map.