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Throughout 2025, MahaRERA focused on strengthening governance in Maharashtra's real estate sector by resolving pending complaints efficiently and improving transparency for homebuyers. The regulator issued 4,282 project registrations, integrated all 481 planning authorities for online verification of construction certificates, and enforced stricter advertisement and reporting rules. Quarterly and Annual Progress Reports saw compliance rise to 80%, while new SOPs ensured compensation recovery from non-compliant developers. These measures collectively enhanced accountability, empowered homebuyers with better information, and streamlined regulatory processes, marking a significant improvement in the state's housing sector.
In 2025, the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) implemented several key decisions that significantly improved transparency and accountability in the state's real estate sector, providing stronger protection to homebuyers. These measures covered complaint redressal, project registration, advertisement regulations, progress reporting, and compensation recovery, reflecting a systematic approach toward enhancing governance in the industry. Advertisement
The authority disposed of a record 6,945 complaints during the year and ensured that all complaints registered up to November had either been heard or assigned hearing dates. Previously, delays in complaint resolution had caused concerns among homebuyers, but MahaRERA introduced a structured process to address cases promptly. The leadership team, including Chairman Manoj Saunik and members Mahesh Pathak and Ravindra Deshpande, implemented measures that successfully resolved long-pending complaints, demonstrating a clear commitment to timely legal relief. A total of 5,039 complaints were filed in 2025, compared with 3,880 in 2024 and 4,000 in 2023, reflecting growing awareness among homebuyers.
From 2025 onwards, MahaRERA also established criteria for hearing complaints based on seniority, allowing exceptions for urgent medical cases, review or rectification requests, orders from higher courts, or mutually settled matters. Medical cases require supporting certificates to justify priority hearings.
The authority issued registration numbers to 4,282 housing projects across Maharashtra, after rigorous technical, financial, and legal scrutiny. Pune led with 1,144 new projects, followed by Mumbai Suburban and Mumbai City with 587 and 103 projects respectively, Thane with 675, Raigad with 384, Nashik with 283, Nagpur with 281, and Palghar with 258 projects. Regionally, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region accounted for 2,119 projects, Pune Region 1,361, Vidarbha 346, Khandesh 319, and Marathwada 137, including 91 from Sambhaji Nagar.
A significant technological advancement was the integration of all 481 planning authorities with MahaRERA's system, enabling verification of Commencement Certificates (CC) online. Previously, CC verification was restricted to the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, causing delays. Now, all project approvals and CCs are accessible online, reducing irregularities and speeding up project registration.
MahaRERA also implemented a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for recovering compensation awarded to homebuyers. Developers who fail to comply with compensation orders must submit detailed affidavits of their movable and immovable assets and bank accounts. Non-compliance may result in attachment, auction, or legal action, including imprisonment of up to three months.
The registration certificate for housing projects now contains comprehensive details, including total project area, building names and wings, floors, parking spaces, and information on amendments or extensions. Additionally, advertisements for projects must prominently display the MahaRERA logo, website address, registration number, and QR code in the same font size as the project's contact information and address. Penal actions are enforced for violations.
MahaRERA also focused on improving project progress reporting. The rate of updates for Quarterly Progress Reports (QPR) and Annual Progress Reports increased to 80%, up from 0.02%, allowing homebuyers access to the latest project status without site visits. This transparency ensures that homebuyers can make informed investment decisions and monitor project developments effectively.
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