India's Real Estate in 2025: GST Cuts and Luxury Housing Drive 'Live-Work-Play' Lifestyle Shift
As we look back, 2025 has truly been a transformative year for India’s real estate sector. Landmark policy moves — including the GST reduction on cement and key raw materials — coupled with India’s remarkable rise in the luxury housing segment, have reshaped homebuyer preferences. The growing demand for well-designed 2, 3, and 4 BHK homes and the emergence of integrated, multicultural townships that blend residential, commercial, and recreational spaces reflect a strong shift towards the ‘Live-Work-Play’ lifestyle.
This renewed momentum has strengthened India’s global standing, with a growing number of NRIs viewing our nation as a safe, secure, and high-potential real estate destination. Cities like Pune, known for their quality of life and balanced affordability, continue to lead this sentiment. As a result, India’s residential market is poised for steady, sustainable growth in 2026.
In Pune, we are witnessing an unprecedented phase of infrastructure expansion — from the Purandar International Airport and metro network growth to enhanced connectivity through NMIA and the proposed fast-tracked Pune–Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar corridor. These advancements, combined with strong investor confidence, are fueling consistent market activity. Despite not being a port or capital city, Pune has emerged as one of the most dynamic real estate hotspots in the country.
With its unique blend of IT corridors, automotive hubs, educational institutions, cultural richness, and easy access to recreational destinations, Pune offers the best of both worlds. As we step into 2026, I look forward with optimism and determination. I am confident that the real estate industry will scale new heights and continue to contribute meaningfully to India’s growth story.
