Maharashtra Govt Issues Orders to Regularise Pre-2011 Residential Encroachments on Govt Land

In a relief measure for poor families, the Maharashtra government has decided to regularise purely residential encroachments on government land that existed before 1 January 2011. The policy offers free regularization up to 500 sq ft and charges only 10% of market value for additional area up to 1,500 sq ft, with a last date of 31 December 2026 for applications. Mumbai districts are excluded.

Lottery Conducted Successfully for 1,341 Homes and 18 Plots by MHADA’s Sambhajinagar and Nashik Boards

MHADA held a computerized lottery for 1,341 homes and 18 plots in Sambhajinagar and 101 homes in Nashik. With 8,380 applications received, officials highlighted transparency, modern technology, and upcoming plans to build 6,000 new homes.

MHADA Pune Lottery Opens for 4,186 Homes; Registration and Payment Process Begins

The MHADA Pune Board has launched a lottery for 4,186 residential units across various schemes, including PMAY and ‘First Come, First Serve’. The online registration and payment process is open from September 11 to October 31, 2025, with the final draw scheduled for November 21, 2025.

PVC Pipe Manufacturers Set for 10–11% Revenue Growth in FY26, Operating Margins to Rebound

PVC pipe manufacturers in India are expected to clock 10–11% revenue growth in FY26, driven by government-backed demand, policy support, and stable resin prices, with operating margins rebounding to nearly 14%.

MHADA Price Cut: 6,248 Kalyan Flats Now Cheaper for EWS Homebuyers

In a major relief for economically weaker sections, MHADA’s Konkan Board has significantly reduced the sale prices of 6,248 flats in Kalyan’s Shirgaon and Khoni. These homes, part of the “First Come, First Served” scheme, will now be over ₹1 lakh cheaper, making home ownership more accessible.