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08 Jun 2026
The Maharashtra government has sanctioned INR 2,267 crore for the acquisition of 191.21 acres of land earmarked for the Sadhu Gram project linked to the 2027 Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela. The funding, approved through a government resolution issued by the Urban Development Department, will support the creation of a temporary township for seers and religious akharas during the mega religious gathering. The allocation includes compensation for landowners and administrative expenses related to the acquisition process. The state has imposed strict conditions on the utilisation of the funds, warning that any diversion for non-project purposes would be treated as a serious financial irregularity. The approval forms part of preparations to secure the remaining land required for the Kumbh Mela infrastructure.Read more
08 Jun 2026
Mumbai’s next phase of urban expansion is increasingly being defined by infrastructure-led growth across the extended Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), with industry stakeholders referring to the trend as “Mumbai 3.0”. Spanning emerging locations such as Panvel, Karjat, Khalapur, Pen and Alibaug, the growth cycle is being supported by major connectivity projects including the Navi Mumbai International Airport, Atal Setu, the Virar–Alibaug Corridor and railway upgrades. Real estate developers and market experts say rising property prices and limited land availability in Mumbai and parts of Navi Mumbai are prompting homebuyers and investors to explore peripheral markets. Organised plotted developments, integrated townships and branded land projects are gaining traction as buyers seek affordability, flexibility, lifestyle amenities and long-term capital appreciation in infrastructure-linked micro-markets.Read more
07 Jun 2026
The Himachal Pradesh government is preparing a new land pooling policy modelled on frameworks adopted in other states as it seeks to support planned urban expansion, reduce congestion in key cities and facilitate township development. The decision was taken during a meeting of a Cabinet Sub-Committee reviewing measures to ease pressure on Shimla, major industrial centres and district headquarters. The proposed policy is expected to play a key role in the development of a new township in the Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh (BBN) region and a satellite town near Chandigarh. State authorities have indicated that the policy will focus on land assembly through stakeholder participation, enabling infrastructure creation and urban development without relying solely on conventional land acquisition methods.Read more
07 Jun 2026
The Himachal Pradesh government has decided to prepare a Land Pooling Policy modelled on successful land assembly frameworks adopted in other states, including Punjab, as part of its broader urban planning and decongestion strategy. The decision was taken during a meeting of a Cabinet Sub-Committee chaired by Revenue, Horticulture and Tribal Development Minister Jagat Singh Negi. The committee reviewed plans for a new township in the Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh (BBN) industrial belt and a proposed satellite town inspired by Chandigarh’s development model. Officials informed the panel that around 7,042 bighas of land had already been consolidated for the project. The meeting also focused on reducing traffic congestion in Shimla through infrastructure upgrades, relocation of wholesale markets and improved traffic management measures across key junctions.Read more
06 Jun 2026
NorthWind Estates has secured a 5-acre land parcel in Sector 22D along the Yamuna Expressway after emerging successful in a Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) auction with a bid of INR 189 crore. The acquisition strengthens the developer’s presence in a region witnessing heightened real estate activity due to the upcoming Noida International Airport and associated infrastructure projects. Located within the airport influence zone, Sector 22D has emerged as a key destination for residential and urban development. The transaction comes as YEIDA records renewed interest in group housing projects, with established developers increasingly participating in land auctions to capitalise on the long-term growth prospects of the Yamuna Expressway corridor.Read more
05 Jun 2026
• Madhya Pradesh cabinet has approved a SVAMITVA-linked initiative to issue legal land title deeds to rural landholders.
• The scheme will convert drone-surveyed SVAMITVA land records into officially registered ownership documents.
• Beneficiaries will be able to use land as collateral to access bank loans for housing, business, and agriculture.
• The state government will fully bear stamp duty and registration charges for the process.
• A dedicated committee will oversee implementation, monitoring, and inter-department coordination.Read more
05 Jun 2026
The Maharashtra government and Prasar Bharati have signed an MoU to jointly develop a 150-acre media and entertainment hub on Prasar Bharati-owned land in Malad, Mumbai. The project aims to create an integrated ecosystem for film, television, digital media and related industries. Planned in phases, the development will involve detailed land-use planning, infrastructure creation and statutory approvals. The initiative is intended to support Mumbai’s media and entertainment sector while strengthening infrastructure for content creation and allied activities.Read more
05 Jun 2026
A special committee of the Jharkhand Assembly has examined concerns related to mining activities and overburden dumping on private, government, and forest lands in Dhanbad district. The panel chairperson stated that Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) has paid INR 200 crore to the state for using government land for mining purposes. The committee also noted that Central Coalfields Limited and Eastern Coalfields Limited have acknowledged similar usage and are expected to contribute over INR 1,000 crore in revenue. The panel is also focused on ensuring fair compensation to landholders affected by mining operations.Read more
04 Jun 2026
The Lakshadweep Administration has initiated the acquisition of 121,359 square metres, or around 30 acres, of private land on Agatti Island for beachfront facilities and a peripheral beach road. The proposal, based on a Social Impact Assessment conducted by SIACS, covers land on both the eastern and western coasts of the island. Given Agatti’s total area of 3.84 square kilometres, the plan has sparked concerns among residents and environmental groups over its potential impact on ecosystems and livelihoods.Read more
04 Jun 2026
BEST has approved the transfer of its Dharavi and Kalakilla bus depots in Mumbai for the Dharavi Redevelopment Project, facilitating the handover of 11.58 acres of land. The decision enables project developer Navbharat Mega Developers Pvt Ltd (NMDPL) to proceed with redevelopment plans while maintaining bus operations through temporary facilities. The depots will eventually be replaced by new multi-storey transport hubs. The move removes a key operational hurdle for the INR 96,000 crore Dharavi Redevelopment Project currently underway.Read more
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04 Jun 2026
• A 5.09-acre land parcel in Hyderabad’s Raidurg was sold through an e-auction at INR 204 crore per acre, generating around INR 1,040 crore for the Telangana government.
• The plot was acquired by Vamsiram Builders, making it the second major land transaction in Raidurg within a span of days.
• The sale follows a recent auction of a 6.29-acre parcel that fetched a record INR 237 crore per acre.
• Together, the two transactions have generated nearly INR 2,529 crore from 11.38 acres of land.
• The strong bidding reflects sustained demand for premium commercial land in Hyderabad’s established IT and business corridor.Read more
03 Jun 2026
A Gram Sabha was held in Penumaka village by the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) as part of the ongoing land acquisition process for Amaravati. Senior APCRDA officials informed villagers about the status of land pooling and acquisition activities, highlighting that eligible landowners still have an opportunity to join the Land Pooling Scheme within the prescribed timeframe. Officials also reviewed names included in the acquisition notification, invited objections from residents, and outlined ongoing infrastructure development works in the capital region. Farmers were urged to cooperate with the development process and complete pending registration formalities.Read more
03 Jun 2026
Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal has reiterated that the Centre can resume government-owned land leased to institutions whenever required for public purposes. The statement follows a notice issued by the Land and Development Office directing Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its 27.3-acre Safdarjung Road property in New Delhi. The government has cited defence infrastructure and public security requirements for the move. The dispute has highlighted the Centre’s legal authority over leased public land administered by the L&DO.Read more
03 Jun 2026
Amazon Data Services India has acquired a 10.6-acre land parcel in Mumbai Metropolitan Region from Lodha Developers for more than INR 125 crore to expand its data centre footprint. The transaction was completed in Ambernath, near the company’s existing data centre campus, and forms part of Amazon’s broader infrastructure expansion strategy in India. The acquisition comes amid rising demand for hyperscale data centres driven by cloud computing, digital services and artificial intelligence-related infrastructure requirements.Read more
03 Jun 2026
• Suraj Estate Developers, through its wholly owned subsidiary Iconic Property Developers, has signed an MoU to acquire development rights for a 2,941 sq m land parcel in Mahim (West), Mumbai.
• The acquisition involves a consideration of INR 75 crore and concerns land adjoining the company's ongoing commercial project, Suraj One Business Bay.
• Following amalgamation with the existing development, the parcel is expected to generate an additional saleable carpet area of around 1.50 lakh sq ft.
• The expanded project is estimated to have a gross development value (GDV) of about INR 800 crore, taking the combined GDV of Suraj One Business Bay to more than INR 2,000 crore.
• The transaction is expected to strengthen Suraj Estate's commercial pipeline in South-Central Mumbai and reinforce its presence in the Mahim micro-market.Read more
03 Jun 2026
Hyderabad’s commercial real estate market has recorded a new benchmark after a prime land parcel in Raidurg was auctioned at approximately INR 237 crore per acre, the highest land price recorded in the city to date. The auction, conducted by the Telangana Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TGIIC), attracted strong interest from developers and investors, reflecting growing demand for premium commercial land in Hyderabad’s technology corridor. The transaction has reinforced Raidurg’s position as one of the country’s most sought-after business districts and highlights the continued momentum in the city’s office-led real estate market.Read more
01 Jun 2026
• Godrej Properties has secured a 23.2-acre residential land parcel in the DMIC Integrated Township, Greater Noida, through an e-auction conducted by DMIC Integrated Industrial Township Greater Noida Ltd.
• The company plans to develop a group housing project on the site with an estimated revenue potential exceeding INR 7,000 crore.
• The acquisition strengthens the developer’s presence in the National Capital Region, particularly in the Greater Noida market.
• The company cited sustained demand for its existing projects in Noida as a key factor behind its continued expansion in the region.
• During FY2025-26, Godrej Properties acquired 18 land parcels with a cumulative revenue potential of approximately INR 42,100 crore.Read more
30 May 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority conducted a Grama Sabha in Mandadam village as part of ongoing land acquisition and land pooling efforts for the development of Amaravati, the state’s proposed capital city. Officials, including senior commissioners and planning authorities, explained that land pooling has been used for infrastructure such as roads and LPS zones, while acquisition notices were issued for farmers not enrolled in the scheme. Authorities also informed that eligible farmers can still opt for the Land Pooling Scheme within the given timeline. Farmers were urged to cooperate as development works progress across capital region villages.Read more
30 May 2026
Farmers who had contributed land for the development of Amaravati received returnable plots through an e-lottery process conducted at the APCRDA office in Rayapudi. Provisional certificates were distributed to beneficiaries under the Land Pooling Scheme and the Negotiated Settlement Policy. A total of 54 plots were allotted to 18 farmers under the LPS, while 155 additional plots were distributed to farmers from multiple villages. Officials said support would be provided for plot identification and registration. The exercise is part of the continuing implementation of the Amaravati capital city development programme and land return commitments made to participating farmers.Read more
30 May 2026
The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) honoured farmer Chintala Sriramamurthy for contributing family-owned land towards the development of Amaravati. Sriramamurthy had pooled around 16.70 acres of land located in Lingayapalem, Sakhamuru and Kondamarajupalem villages for the capital city project. During the recent e-lottery programme held at the APCRDA office in Rayapudi, he was allotted 11 returnable plots. APCRDA Commissioner V. Vijayarama Raju IAS, along with senior officials, presented the provisional allotment certificate to him and felicitated him with a shawl in recognition of his contribution to the capital region development initiative.Read more
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