Mr Aditya N Shah, Director, Mayfair Housing

07 Dec 2025

Mumbai's ongoing infrastructure overhaul has significantly altered suburban growth patterns, with metro corridors and coastal road projects reshaping daily mobility and influencing real estate activity across the city. Over the past two years, the rapid expansion of the metro network-most notably Lines 2A, 7, and the recently added Aqua underground corridor-has sharply reduced commuting time between the western suburbs and South Mumbai. Improved accessibility has attracted professionals and families to suburbs such as Andheri, Goregaon, Chembur, and the Bandra-Khar-Santacruz belt, fuelling demand, capital appreciation, and enhanced lifestyle choices in emerging transit-oriented districts.Read more

Mr. Samyag M. Shah, Director of Marathon Nextgen Realty Ltd, CREDAI - MCHI Youth wing - Convenor

06 Dec 2025

Panvel is fast becoming the strategic launchpad for Mumbai 3.0, evolving from a peripheral township into a central urban node shaped by major infrastructure investments. Anchored by the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) and the vast Karnala-Sai-Chirner New Town, the region is witnessing a shift in development momentum. Improved access through Atal Setu and multiple expressways, along with upcoming metro lines, has positioned Panvel as a highly connected micro-market. With over INR 56,000 crore earmarked for infrastructure and large developers executing city-scale projects, Panvel is transitioning into a structured, future-ready extension of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.Read more

Maulik Sheth, Managing Director, Sheth Realty

06 Dec 2025

The luxury homebuyer of today has begun to prioritise sustainability as much as aesthetics, prompting developers to embed eco-friendly systems and future-ready technologies into high-end projects. Rising awareness about carbon footprints has pushed green homes from niche preferences to mainstream expectations among affluent buyers. Developers have increasingly incorporated solar installations, rainwater harvesting, reclaimed materials, biophilic architecture, and energy-efficient systems to meet evolving standards. With certifications such as LEED and IGBC Gold becoming modern markers of luxury, premium homes now align wellness, technology, environmental responsibility, and long-term value in a single offering.Read more

30 Nov 2025

Indian retail real estate is moving into a transformation phase, driven by rapid urbanisation, surging retail space demand and a clear shift towards sustainability and smart technology. With India's green building footprint now exceeding 13 billion sq. ft., developers are increasingly viewing energy-efficient design as a direct contributor to profitability and long-term asset value. Simultaneously, the emergence of IoT-based systems, advanced analytics and intelligent retail infrastructure is redefining operational models across malls and retail parks. Industry leaders believe the future will rely on low-impact, high-experience environments where sustainability and technology work hand in hand.Read more

29 Nov 2025

A quiet shift is unfolding across Mumbai as the Permanent Transit Camp (PTC) model gains momentum in unlocking long-stalled slum redevelopment. Traditionally, projects in areas where sale rates could not exceed INR 20,000 per sq ft struggled to break even due to rising construction costs, unstable negotiations and heavy premium payouts. The PTC framework bypasses these bottlenecks by shifting eligible slum households to a separate, fully certified permanent structure, freeing the original land for unencumbered development. With third-party funding shouldering all expenses and developers earning fixed fees without investment exposure, the model is reshaping both market dynamics and neighbourhood conditions.Read more

Mr. Vivek Mohanani, Managing Director and CEO of Ekta World

22 Nov 2025

Mumbai's evolving skyline reflects a major shift driven by widespread redevelopment across its prominent western suburbs. Ageing, low-rise buildings are gradually giving way to contemporary luxury homes designed for long-term value creation. Homebuyers who once viewed luxury primarily as a lifestyle choice now see redeveloped properties as instruments of wealth preservation and generational security. With land scarcity, enhanced amenities, better infrastructure, and rising demand for safer and future-ready homes, redevelopment has become central to reshaping the city's urban fabric. This renewed appeal is supported by improved policies, growing investor confidence, and a broader focus on sustainable neighbourhood transformation.Read more

Mr. Mihir Lunia - Spokesperson, Brego Business

16 Nov 2025

Once known merely as a weekend retreat between Mumbai and Pune, Karjat has gradually transformed into one of Maharashtra's most sought-after wellness destinations. Surrounded by lush greenery, rivers, and rolling hills, the region now offers a lifestyle focused on health, sustainability, and tranquillity. Improved connectivity through suburban rail expansion, expressways, and proximity to major infrastructure projects has further fuelled demand for residential and plotted developments. The rising interest among professionals, retirees, and NRIs underscores Karjat's growing reputation as a wellness hub promoting balanced living and mindful community development.Read more

Mr. Chintan Sheth, Chairman and Managing Director, Sheth Realty

15 Nov 2025

Mulund, long known as Mumbai's green suburb, is now emerging as a model for new-age homebuyers seeking lifestyle-driven homes. The area's growing popularity among young professionals, first-time buyers, and families has shifted developers' focus from conventional layouts to flexible, community-centred living. Enhanced connectivity through Metro Lines 4 and 5, the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road, and the Eastern Express Highway has reinforced its position as one of Mumbai's most desirable and well-connected residential destinations. The demand for spacious multi-bedroom homes reflects the changing aspirations of today's urban buyers.Read more

Mr. Prashant Khandelwal, Joint Secretary of CREDAI MCHI and CEO of Agami Realty

09 Nov 2025

As part of the government's ambitious Fourth Mumbai Plan, Boisar is set to become the nucleus of a new integrated urban cluster within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Backed by large-scale infrastructure including the Vadhavan Port, a greenfield international airport, and the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train, Boisar is evolving from an established industrial hub into a global investment and residential destination offering employment, connectivity, and lifestyle advantages.Read more

09 Nov 2025

Thane, once considered a quiet suburb of Mumbai, is rapidly transforming into a key commercial and mixed-use hub within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Supported by infrastructure growth, competitive rentals, and an influx of investors, the city is attracting developers, corporates, and homebuyers alike. Affordable Grade-A office spaces, vibrant retail centres, and integrated developments combining work and living spaces are reshaping Thane�s real estate identity. The city�s expanding ecosystem signals a shift towards self-sufficiency and sustainable urban growth.Read more