Suhan Shetty, Industrialist and Founder of Rubics Group

28 Mar 2026

Redevelopment activity across central Mumbai is gaining momentum as younger homebuyers increasingly prioritise lifestyle-driven housing in established locations. Micro-markets such as Sion, Sewree Wadala, Parel Lalbaug and Worli are witnessing renewed interest, supported by infrastructure upgrades including metro expansion and coastal road connectivity. Data indicates a rising preference for smart homes and wellness-focused amenities, with such projects commanding price premiums. Redevelopment is enabling the conversion of ageing housing stock into modern residential developments within core city areas, offering proximity to business districts along with integrated lifestyle features. The trend reflects a shift in demand patterns, with end users seeking convenience, connectivity, and amenity-rich living environments.Read more

Mr. Hardik Pandit, Director, APICES Studio Pvt. Ltd.

22 Mar 2026

The Union Budget 2026-27 has introduced a tax holiday for foreign cloud service providers operating through locally based data centres, aiming to strengthen India's digital infrastructure. The move is expected to attract global technology firms and accelerate the development of large-scale data centre ecosystems, especially in cities like Mumbai. Beyond technology, the policy has wider implications for architecture, urban planning, energy demand, and sustainability. It could reshape land use patterns, create economic clusters, and push cities to adopt resilient and efficient infrastructure systems over the coming decades.Read more

Santosh Agarwal, Executive Director & CFO, Alpha Corp Development Limited

21 Mar 2026

Policy focus on infrastructure expansion, particularly high-speed rail corridors announced in the Union Budget 2026-27, is expected to accelerate the growth of Tier-II and Tier-III cities as key real estate and economic centres. Proposed corridors such as Mumbai-Pune, Pune-Hyderabad, Hyderabad-Bengaluru, and Delhi Varanasi aim to reduce travel time and improve inter-city mobility, linking smaller cities with major economic hubs. Improved connectivity is driving demand for residential, commercial, and logistics developments in these markets, supported by lower land costs and expanding employment opportunities. The shift reflects a broader move towards decentralised urbanisation, as developers and investors increasingly explore opportunities beyond Tier-I cities, where rising costs and congestion have constrained further expansion.Read more

Mr. Rohit Garodia, Founder and Managing Partner, Pecan Realty.

21 Mar 2026

Borivali, long regarded as a stable suburban residential destination in Mumbai's western corridor, is undergoing a structural transformation driven by redevelopment activity, infrastructure expansion and the entry of large developers. Over the past few years, several branded developers have launched high-rise residential projects, introducing larger gated communities and premium housing formats to the suburb. Improved connectivity through Metro Line 2A and other planned infrastructure projects has strengthened its accessibility across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. At the same time, large-scale redevelopment of ageing housing societies is changing the built environment and adding new housing supply. Rising homebuyer demand, supported by established social infrastructure and a strong end-user base, is gradually positioning Borivali as one of Mumbai's emerging premium residential micro-markets.Read more

Mr. Aditya N. Shah, Joint Managing Director, Mayfair Housing

15 Mar 2026

Mira Road in Mumbai's extended western suburbs is increasingly emerging as a premium residential micro-market as infrastructure upgrades, improved connectivity and comparatively lower property prices attract homebuyers and developers. Enhanced road and metro connectivity to major employment hubs, including Bandra-Kurla Complex, SEEPZ and South Mumbai, has strengthened the area's appeal for residential development. The locality also benefits from proximity to the Western Express Highway, Ghodbunder Road and several upcoming infrastructure projects such as the Borivali-Thane Tunnel and the Mumbai Coastal Road extension. Compared with neighbouring suburbs like Borivali and Kandivali, property prices in Mira Road remain around 35-50% lower, providing larger residential configurations and modern amenities at competitive price points. Developers indicate that improved infrastructure and growing residential demand are supporting the area's transition into an emerging premium housing destination within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.Read more

R. Rajasekhar Reddy, MD & Founder – Trendsquares.

07 Mar 2026

Bengaluru's residential market is witnessing a clear shift as premium housing demand moves beyond traditional hotspots into emerging micro-markets with stronger planning and infrastructure support. Sadaramangala and Panathur, located in East Bengaluru, are increasingly being viewed as next-generation premium residential destinations. Backed by proximity to major technology hubs, improved metro and road connectivity, and expanding social infrastructure, both locations are attracting discerning end-users and long-term investors. Industry data from 2024-25 highlights East Bengaluru as a key contributor to the city's residential absorption, with mid-premium and premium segments seeing sustained traction. While Sadaramangala benefits from its quieter, low-density character near Whitefield, Panathur's growth is driven by scale, integrated developments and its strategic position along the Outer Ring Road IT corridor. Together, they reflect changing buyer priorities centred on lifestyle quality, access and long-term value.Read more

Manjunath V, Managing Partner at Aakruthi Properties

01 Mar 2026

Aakruthi develops residential communities that combine natural elements with urban living. Its projects, such as Roots & Rays and the upcoming Svanta, feature well-planned open areas, eco-friendly infrastructure, and essential modern amenities to support a balanced lifestyle. The company incorporates sustainability practices like green landscaping, rainwater harvesting, and self-sustaining ecosystems in its designs. It emphasizes transparent processes and ethical practices to maintain quality. Locations are chosen near key infrastructure and growth corridors to ensure accessibility and potential long-term value for residents and investors.Read more

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

01 Mar 2026

Mumbai's redevelopment landscape has evolved beyond the replacement of ageing buildings, emerging as a key driver of premium residential growth across suburban markets. As redevelopment activity gathered pace earlier this year, projects across several suburbs moved towards completion or entered new phases, reflecting a broader shift in urban renewal. What began as a response to ageing housing stock and land constraints has developed into a new phase often described as Luxury 2.0, where redevelopment projects integrate modern infrastructure, enhanced amenities and long-term value creation. Supported by policy incentives under Development Control and Promotion Regulations 2034 and strengthened by metro expansion and road connectivity, suburban redevelopment is increasingly delivering high-end housing. Locations across western and central Mumbai are witnessing rising per sq ft values, larger homes and lifestyle-led developments, repositioning suburbs as core residential destinations rather than peripheral markets.Read more

Mr. Vishal Ratanghayra, Founder & CEO, Platinum Corp.

28 Feb 2026

Mumbai-based real estate developer Platinum Corp. has entered into a design collaboration with interior designer Sussanne Khan for a set of upcoming residential developments planned across key micro-markets in Mumbai, including Bandra, Khar, Santacruz and Andheri. The partnership forms part of the developer's 2026 development pipeline and is aimed at integrating interior design planning more closely with architectural and lifestyle-led residential formats. Khan will be involved across shared and private residential spaces, with a focus on understated, experience-driven interiors aligned with Platinum Corp's redevelopment-led luxury housing strategy. The developer stated that the collaboration seeks to deliver consistency in design language across select projects, while retaining functional planning and long-term residential usability within high-density urban locations.Read more

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

28 Feb 2026

Sion is emerging as a case study in how focused redevelopment and infrastructure-led planning can reshape established urban neighbourhoods within Mumbai's existing boundaries. Traditionally viewed as a transit zone between South Mumbai and the eastern suburbs, the locality is gaining relevance among contemporary homebuyers due to its central location, improving connectivity and steady residential renewal. Ongoing and proposed infrastructure projects, including flyovers and bridge redevelopment, are addressing long-standing mobility constraints, while structured redevelopment is replacing ageing housing stock with better-planned residential buildings. Supported by social infrastructure, relative affordability and proximity to major employment hubs, Sion is increasingly being positioned as a balanced residential micro-market. Its transformation reflects a broader shift in Mumbai's urban strategy, where planned upgrades within mature neighbourhoods are contributing to more liveable, sustainable urban environments.Read more