Government Launches Nationwide Real Estate Projects Database for Homebuyers
The Indian government has announced the creation of a nationwide database of real estate projects to help potential homebuyers make informed decisions. The database, accessible through a newly launched unified portal, will provide details on projects by different builders across the country.
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The unified portal was officially inaugurated by Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar at the RERA Central Advisory Council (CAC) meeting. This meeting came just weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized RERA authorities and state government officials for failing to address the grievances of homebuyers and the concerns of builders.
During the meeting, homebuyer representatives expressed strong opposition to the Maharashtra government's proposal to introduce a separate RERA-like law for redevelopment projects under the Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025. Abhay Upadhyay, representing the Forum for People's Collective Efforts (FPCE), urged the central government to intervene and halt this move. Upadhyay argued that such a provision would undermine RERA's uniform framework and create jurisdictional confusion, potentially leading to 'forum shopping' by builders.
Upadhyay further stated that builders might prefer the state law over RERA registration, which could open a Pandora's box for other states to create similar laws. It is worth noting that the FPCE had previously challenged a similar law in West Bengal, and the Supreme Court declared it ultra vires.
Legal department representatives at the meeting also expressed reservations about the proposed separate law, emphasizing that RERA, being a central legislation, remains supreme.
In an official statement, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs highlighted the council's recommendations to ensure effective implementation of RERA orders and to curb misleading advertisements. The council emphasized the need for uniformity in RERA implementation, faster registration, compliance with orders, and clarity in definitions.
The council also suggested conducting a detailed exercise to identify necessary measures to further strengthen RERA, given its eight-year journey. This initiative aims to focus on the next generation of reforms in RERA, ensuring a more robust and transparent real estate market for all stakeholders.
The launch of the nationwide database and the unified portal marks a significant step towards enhancing transparency and accountability in the real estate sector, ultimately benefiting homebuyers and promoting a fair and regulated market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RERA?
RERA stands for the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. It is a law enacted by the Indian government to protect homebuyers and promote transparency in the real estate sector.
What is the purpose of the nationwide database of real estate projects?
The purpose of the nationwide database is to provide potential homebuyers with detailed information about real estate projects across the country, helping them make informed decisions and ensuring transparency in the market.
Why did homebuyer representatives oppose Maharashtra's separate law for redevelopment projects?
Homebuyer representatives opposed Maharashtra's separate law because it could undermine the uniform framework of RERA, create jurisdictional confusion, and potentially lead to 'forum shopping' by builders.
What are the key recommendations of the RERA Central Advisory Council?
The RERA Central Advisory Council recommended measures to ensure effective implementation of RERA orders, curb misleading advertisements, bring uniformity in RERA implementation, and focus on next-generation reforms in RERA.
How will the unified portal benefit homebuyers?
The unified portal will benefit homebuyers by providing them with access to a comprehensive database of real estate projects, including details about different builders and the status of projects, helping them make informed decisions.
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