<h2>Expanding Horizons for Strategic Investors</h2>
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In the evolving landscape of India’s <a href="https://www.aurumproptech.in/pulse/media/renewed-real-estate-boom-smallcaps-reits-lead-india-capital-surge" target="_blank">real estate investment trusts (REITs)</a> and infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs), the <a href="https://www.sebi.gov.in/" target="_blank">Securities and Exchange Board of India</a> Sebi steps forward with a transformative proposal. Announced in a recent consultation, Sebi aims to broaden the definition of strategic investors—a move designed to unlock a larger pool of institutional capital and invigorate the sector.
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Currently, the strategic investor category under REIT and InvIT frameworks is narrowly defined, excluding several heavyweight institutional players such as pension funds, provident funds, and insurance funds. Despite their active role and preference for long-term, stable income-yielding assets, these entities have not qualified under the existing definitions.
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<h2>Key Proposed Changes and Their Impact</h2>
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<li>Inclusion of Qualified Institutional Buyers QIBs and certain Foreign Portfolio Investors FPIs in strategic investor criteria</li>
<li>Allowing public financial institutions pension and provident funds and armed forces managed insurance funds to qualify</li>
<li>FPIs who are individuals corporate bodies or family offices excluded from the strategic investor category</li>
<li>Mandated minimum investment of 5 per cent and cap of 25 per cent of total offer size in REIT or InvIT issues</li>
<li>Requirement to enter binding subscription agreements before public issue opening</li>
<li>Application of a 180-day lock-in period post-listing for strategic investor investments</li>
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This redefinition stands to encourage new institutional players, enhancing liquidity and stability in REIT and InvIT markets. By inviting public comments until August 22, Sebi is fostering collaborative refinement, ensuring the regulations resonate with industry realities and growth ambitions.
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sebi redefines strategic investors to boost reit invit growth sebi proposes widening strategic investor definition to attract institutional capital enhancing reit and invit investments across indias real estate market in the evolving landscape of indias real estate investment trusts reits and infrastructure investment trusts invits the securities and exchange board of india sebi steps forward with a transformative proposal announced in a recent consultation sebi aims to broaden the definition of strategic investors a move designed to unlock a larger pool of institutional capital and invigorate the sector currently the strategic investor category under reit and invit frameworks is narrowly defined excluding several heavyweight institutional players such as pension funds provident funds and insurance funds despite their active role and preference for long term stable income yielding assets these entities have not qualified under the existing definitions inclusion of qualified institutional buyers qibs and certain foreign portfolio investors fpis in strategic investor criteria allowing public financial institutions pension and provident funds and armed forces managed insurance funds to qualify fpis who are individuals corporate bodies or family offices excluded from the strategic investor category mandated minimum investment of five per cent and cap of twenty five per cent of total offer size in reit or invit issues requirement to enter binding subscription agreements before public issue opening application of a one hundred eighty day lock in period post listing for strategic investor investments this redefinition stands to encourage new institutional players enhancing liquidity and stability in reit and invit markets by inviting public comments until august twenty two sebi is fostering collaborative refinement ensuring the regulations resonate with industry realities and growth ambitions

Sebi proposes widening strategic investor definition to attract institutional capital, enhancing REIT and InvIT investments across India’s real estate market.

Sebi Redefines Strategic Investors to Boost REIT InvIT Growth

<h2>Mumbai’s Real Estate Flourishes with 4% Growth in Property Registrations</h2>
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The Mumbai property market has witnessed an encouraging 4% increase in registrations from January to July 2025, signaling robust buyer confidence and a steadily growing real estate landscape. This rise translates into over 88,000 properties registered, bringing a significant contribution to Maharashtra’s revenue through stamp duty collections, which surged by 13% to <b>₹7,832 crore</b>, according to the <a href="https://igr.maharashtra.gov.in" target="_blank">Maharashtra Inspector General of Registration and Controller of Stamps</a>.
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A noticeable shift is visible in the market segment preference, as luxury property registrations—those above ₹5 crore—rose to 6% from last year’s 5%, while mid-segment properties between ₹1 crore to ₹5 crore experienced a minor decline. This trend highlights an evolving buyer appetite favoring premium homes.
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<h2>Market Trends & Regional Insights</h2>
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  <li>Compact homes under 1,000 sq ft make up 82% of residential registrations</li>
  <li>Homes sized 1,000-2,000 sq ft represent 14%, showing growing demand for larger spaces</li>
  <li>The Western and Central suburbs dominate registrations with an 88% share</li>
  <li>South Mumbai’s property share dipped to 6%, down from 8% last year</li>
  <li>Monthly registrations consistently hover around 12,000 units, reflecting steady buyer enthusiasm</li>
  <li>Lower interest rates and better affordability uplift the market momentum</li>
</ul>
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Industry leaders like <b>Shishir Baijal</b>, Chairman & MD of <a href="https://www.knightfrank.co.in" target="_blank">Knight Frank India</a>, highlight the luxury sector’s resilience. Meanwhile, <b>Amit Jain</b>, CMD of <a href="https://www.arkadedevelopers.com" target="_blank">Arkade Developers</a>, points to recent RBI rate cuts boosting festive season sales and consumer optimism in mid to premium segments.
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Mumbai s real estate flourishes with four percent growth in property registrations the Mumbai property market has witnessed an encouraging four percent increase in registrations from January to July twenty twenty five signaling robust buyer confidence and a steadily growing real estate landscape this rise translates into over eighty eight thousand properties registered bringing a significant contribution to Maharashtras revenue through stamp duty collections which surged by thirteen percent to ₹7 832 crore according to the Maharashtra Inspector General of Registration and Controller of Stamps a noticeable shift is visible in the market segment preference as luxury property registrations those above ₹5 crore rose to six percent from last years five percent while mid segment properties between ₹1 crore to ₹5 crore experienced a minor decline this trend highlights an evolving buyer appetite favoring premium homes market trends regional insights compact homes under one thousand sq ft make up eighty two percent of residential registrations homes sized one thousand two thousand sq ft represent fourteen percent showing growing demand for larger spaces the Western and Central suburbs dominate registrations with an eighty eight percent share South Mumbais property share dipped to six percent down from eight percent last year monthly registrations consistently hover around twelve thousand units reflecting steady buyer enthusiasm lower interest rates and better affordability uplift the market momentum industry leaders like Shishir Baijal Chairman and MD of Knight Frank India highlight the luxury sectors resilience meanwhile Amit Jain CMD of Arkade Developers points to recent RBI rate cuts boosting festive season sales and consumer optimism in mid to premium segments

Mumbai property registrations rose 4% in Jan-Jul 2025, driven by luxury demand and Western Central suburbs, boosting Maharashtra’s revenue and market confidence.

Mumbai Property Registrations Rise 4% Jan-Jul 2025 on Luxury Demand

<h2>Driving a Real Estate Revolution: NAREDCO’s Vision</h2>
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In the bustling heart of India’s property sector, a pressing need finds voice through the <a href="https://www.naredco.in/" target="_blank">National Real Estate Development Council NAREDCO</a>. At a vibrant press gathering, Chairman <b>Niranjan Hiranandani</b> and President <b>G Hari Babu</b> painted a picture of both challenge and opportunity—one where the gears of government approval must turn faster to fuel the nation’s housing and commercial dreams. 
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Hiranandani’s concerns echo through every builder’s blueprint—rising land costs loom over affordable housing, threatening dreams of homeownership for countless Indian families. He points with clarity to a deeper issue—a gap between job seekers and the acute shortage of skilled construction workers. The council envisions public-private partnerships as a bridge, transforming unskilled hands into architects of the nation’s future.
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<h2>Streamlining Approvals: The Path to Progress</h2>
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<li>Streamlined project approvals from central and state authorities</li>
<li>Faster registrations with real estate regulatory bodies</li>
<li>Focus on slum redevelopment across all states for new land parcels</li>
<li>Collaborations for construction workforce upskilling</li>
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G Hari Babu addresses another critical barrier: the labyrinth of delayed certificates. Each day lost in bureaucracy postpones fresh beginnings for home-buyers and entrepreneurs alike. He emphasizes that while land remains a constraint for private players, government-led projects can unlock immense possibilities, especially through transformational slum redevelopment initiatives.
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Rising costs of construction inputs and policy friction dampen sectoral momentum. Yet, the upcoming <a href="https://www.aurumproptech.in/pulse/media/vikas-jain-appointed-naredco-maharashtra-nextgen-president" target="_blank">NAREDCO</a> flagship convention offers hope—a space where policymakers, industry leaders, and visionaries unite. With over 1,000 participants expected, the event embodies the sector’s drive to attract global investment, spur timely completion, and foster robust frameworks for both rental and owned properties.
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fast tracking real estate growth naredco advocates speedy approvals naredco calls for streamlined project approvals to boost affordable housing and strengthen indias real estate sector in the bustling heart of indias property sector a pressing need finds voice through the national real estate development council naredco at a vibrant press gathering chairman niranjan hiranandani and president g hari babu painted a picture of both challenge and opportunity one where the gears of government approval must turn faster to fuel the nations housing and commercial dreams hiranandanis concerns echo through every builders blueprint rising land costs loom over affordable housing threatening dreams of homeownership for countless indian families he points with clarity to a deeper issue a gap between job seekers and the acute shortage of skilled construction workers the council envisions public private partnerships as a bridge transforming unskilled hands into architects of the nations future streamlined project approvals from central and state authorities faster registrations with real estate regulatory bodies focus on slum redevelopment across all states for new land parcels collaborations for construction workforce upskilling g hari babu addresses another critical barrier the labyrinth of delayed certificates each day lost in bureaucracy postpones fresh beginnings for home buyers and entrepreneurs alike he emphasizes that while land remains a constraint for private players government led projects can unlock immense possibilities especially through transformational slum redevelopment initiatives rising costs of construction inputs and policy friction dampen sectoral momentum yet the upcoming naredco flagship convention offers hope a space where policymakers industry leaders and visionaries unite with over one thousand participants expected the event embodies the sectors drive to attract global investment spur timely completion and foster robust frameworks for both rental and owned properties>

NAREDCO calls for streamlined project approvals to boost affordable housing and strengthen India’s real estate sector.

Fast-Tracking Real Estate Growth: NAREDCO Advocates Speedy Approvals

<h2>Mumbai's Real Estate Market Shines Bright in July 2025</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.aurumproptech.in/pulse/media/mumbai-property-sales-surge-after-13-years-driven-by-premium-demand" target="_blank">The Mumbai property market</a> brims with renewed vigor as July 2025 witnessed an impressive 12,366 property registrations, generating a remarkable <b>₹1,101 crore</b> in stamp duty revenue for Maharashtra. This robust performance showcases the city’s enduring appeal and the growing confidence among buyers, particularly in premium segments. Data from the <a href="https://maharashtra.gov.in" target="_blank">Maharashtra Government</a> highlights a steady rise in high-value transactions fueling increased government revenue.</p>
<h2>Rising Revenue as High-Value Sales Dominate</h2>
<p>July registered a three percent year-on-year rise in stamp duty collections, buoyed by a surge in properties priced above ₹5 crore, now contributing six percent of total registrations—up from five percent last year. While mid-market segment demand showed a slight dip, the upper-end real estate continues to captivate buyers, as noted by industry experts.</p>
<h2>Compact and Larger Homes Both in Demand</h2>
<p>Apartments up to 1,000 sq ft retained dominance with an 82% share of July’s registrations, confirming enduring preferences for compact living spaces. The 500-1,000 sq ft category remained the most popular. Notably, larger homes between 1,000 and 2,000 sq ft rose marginally to 14%, while those exceeding 2,000 sq ft held steady at 3%, signaling a balanced market catering to diverse buyer segments.</p>
<h2>Western and Central Suburbs Lead the Market</h2>
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  <li>Together, Western and Central suburbs captured 88% of all July registrations, strengthening their role as Mumbai's residential hubs.</li>
  <li>Western suburbs contributed a dominating 57% share, maintaining their appeal.</li>
  <li>Central suburbs followed closely with 31%, while South Mumbai’s traditional prime markets softened to just 6% share.</li>
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<h2>Experts Weigh in on Future Market Momentum</h2>
<p>Industry leaders like <a href="https://www.knightfrank.co.in" target="_blank">Knight Frank India</a> and <a href="https://arkadedevelopers.com" target="_blank">Arkade Developers</a> attribute this market resilience to recent RBI rate cuts boosting affordability, alongside innovative buyer-focused payment plans. The upcoming festive season is expected to sustain this momentum, encouraging a mix of mid-tier and premium home purchases that align with evolving consumer aspirations and payment preferences.</p>

Mumbai s Real Estate Market Shines Bright in July 2025 The Mumbai property market brims with renewed vigor as July 2025 witnessed an impressive 12366 property registrations generating a remarkable 1101 crore in stamp duty revenue for Maharashtra This robust performance showcases the city s enduring appeal and the growing confidence among buyers particularly in premium segments Data from the Maharashtra Government highlights a steady rise in high value transactions fueling increased government revenue Rising Revenue as High Value Sales Dominate July registered a three percent year on year rise in stamp duty collections buoyed by a surge in properties priced above 5 crore now contributing six percent of total registrations up from five percent last year While mid market segment demand showed a slight dip the upper end real estate continues to captivate buyers as noted by industry experts Compact and Larger Homes Both in Demand Apartments up to 1000 sq ft retained dominance with an 82 percent share of July s registrations confirming enduring preferences for compact living spaces The 500 1000 sq ft category remained the most popular Notably larger homes between 1000 and 2000 sq ft rose marginally to 14 percent while those exceeding 2000 sq ft held steady at 3 percent signaling a balanced market catering to diverse buyer segments Western and Central Suburbs Lead the Market Together Western and Central suburbs captured 88 percent of all July registrations strengthening their role as Mumbai s residential hubs Western suburbs contributed a dominating 57 percent share maintaining their appeal Central suburbs followed closely with 31 percent while South Mumbai s traditional prime markets softened to just 6 percent share Experts Weigh in on Future Market Momentum Industry leaders like Knight Frank India and Arkade Developers attribute this market resilience to recent RBI rate cuts boosting affordability alongside innovative buyer focused payment plans The upcoming festive season is expected to sustain this momentum encouraging a mix of mid tier and premium home purchases that align with evolving consumer aspirations and payment preferences

Mumbai's property market thrives with ₹1,101 crore in stamp duty from 12,366 registrations, driven by high-value sales and strong suburban demand in 2025.

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