Indian REITs Association Joins Global REIT Alliance, Boosting International Growth
The Indian REITs Association (IRA) has officially joined the Global REIT Alliance, a significant step that enhances the global standing of India’s REIT market and promotes international collaboration and growth in the real estate sector.
ReitsGlobal Reit AllianceIndian Reits AssociationReal Estate InvestmentEsgReal Estate MumbaiSep 29, 2025
The Global REIT Alliance brings together 24 countries and regions, creating a unified voice for REIT advocacy and a platform for knowledge-sharing and standard-setting. The IRA’s membership marks a significant milestone for India’s rapidly growing REIT market, underscoring its increasing importance on the global stage.
Key Objectives of the Alliance
The Alliance has outlined six core objectives to achieve its mission:
- Raise Global Awareness: Enhance international understanding of the benefits of securitised real estate and promote modern REIT markets.
- Forge a Global Network: Provide a platform for REIT advocates to share strategies, market intelligence, and industry best practices.
- Influence Public Policy: Inform policymakers worldwide about effective REIT policy frameworks.
- Guide Standards Setting: Assist in developing relevant, fit-for-purpose voluntary standards and benchmarks for the REIT industry.
- Lead on Sustainable Investment: Support initiatives to strengthen environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards within the industry.
- Encourage an Informed Marketplace: Collaborate with stakeholders to generate and share high-quality data on market trends and performance.
Ms Preeti Chheda, Executive Committee Member of the Indian REITs Association and CFO of Mindspace Business Parks REIT, who attended the launch event, said, “Becoming a part of the Global REIT Alliance marks a significant milestone for the Indian REIT market. This alliance provides a vital platform to collaborate with the global REIT community, exchange market perspectives, and collectively drive the growth of REITs globally. We look forward to contributing to the Alliance’s mission of shaping and promoting opportunities for investing in REITs.”
Welcoming the Indian REITs Association, Mr. Peter Verwer, Spokesperson of the Global REIT Alliance, said, “We are delighted to welcome the Indian REITs Association to the Global REIT Alliance. India’s REIT market has already demonstrated remarkable growth in a relatively short span of time, and its inclusion will bring valuable insights and perspectives to the Alliance. Together, we aim to strengthen the global REIT ecosystem, broaden investor participation, and promote REITs as a trusted and transparent asset class worldwide.”
About Indian REITs Association
Founded in 2023, The Indian REITs Association (‘IRA’), is a non-profit trade organisation formed under the guidance of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), committed to advancing the growth and development of the Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) sector in India. The IRA aims to be a body of integrity and excellence, and foster industry best practices that are benchmarked to leading global REIT standards. Brookfield India Real Estate Trust, Embassy Office Parks REIT, Mindspace Business Parks REIT, and Nexus Select Trust are the founding members of the IRA.
Link to the IRA Website: https://indianreitsassociation.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Global REIT Alliance?
The Global REIT Alliance is an international coalition dedicated to advancing the Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) sector worldwide. It aims to strengthen REITs as a trusted asset class and expand investment opportunities globally.
What are the key objectives of the Global REIT Alliance?
The key objectives include raising global awareness, forging a global network, influencing public policy, guiding standards setting, leading on sustainable investment, and encouraging an informed marketplace.
Why is the Indian REITs Association joining the Global REIT Alliance significant?
The IRA’s membership marks a significant milestone for India’s rapidly growing REIT market, underscoring its increasing importance on the global stage. It provides a platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing with the global REIT community.
What are the benefits of joining the Global REIT Alliance for the Indian REIT market?
Joining the Alliance provides opportunities to exchange market perspectives, drive global growth, and contribute to shaping and promoting opportunities for investing in REITs. It also enhances the global standing of India’s REIT market.
Who are the founding members of the Indian REITs Association?
The founding members of the Indian REITs Association (IRA) are Brookfield India Real Estate Trust, Embassy Office Parks REIT, Mindspace Business Parks REIT, and Nexus Select Trust.
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