NATIONAL URBAN AND REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT CONCLAVE 2026
India’s real estate sector is entering a defining phase, supported by steady economic expansion, rising urban aspirations and a supportive policy environment. The market is poised for significant long-term growth, with projections indicating that it could reach USD 5–7 trillion by 2047, with the potential to exceed USD 10 trillion. This trajectory reinforces the pivotal role of the sector in shaping India’s development priorities as the country advances towards its Viksit Bharat @ 2047 ambition.
As India progresses on this path, urbanisation is expected to reach 40 per cent by 2035. By 2047, nearly 50 per cent of the population is projected to live in cities, intensifying the demand for well-planned and efficient urban ecosystems. Meeting this demand calls for a renewed emphasis on transit-oriented development and structured redevelopment to enhance mobility, optimise land productivity and elevate the quality of life in cities.
To enable this transformation, state-level planning and approval authorities must evolve through transparent decision-making processes and wider adoption of digital platforms, fostering a credible and efficient real estate ecosystem. Regulatory frameworks such as RERA need to strengthen their mandate through disclosure norms, centralised data access portals, faster dispute resolution and adoption of insurance surety bonds to improve cash flow and reduce systemic risks. Additionally, harmonising regulations with overlapping jurisdictions and frameworks is essential to reduce duplication and strengthen compliance.
These advancements will help boost institutional investment, which is reshaping India’s property landscape through emerging asset classes, stronger governance standards and enhanced transparency. Together, these developments signal a defining phase for the sector, an era where innovation, regulation and investment converge to build a resilient urban future.
