Unified RERA Portal Launched, Maharashtra’s Redevelopment Law Raises Concerns
The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has launched a unified RERA portal, integrating data from 35 states and UTs. However, Maharashtra’s proposed separate redevelopment law is causing concern among consumer groups and industry experts.
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The primary purpose of this unified portal is to consolidate data from various state RERA portals into a single, integrated platform—making information such as approvals, project statuses, timelines, and developer histories easily accessible to homebuyers and regulators alike. The portal is also designed to deploy AI tools to flag potentially delayed or stalled projects.
Minister Khattar described it as “a major step in strengthening transparency and accountability…(as) RERA has empowered homebuyers, ensured timely delivery of projects and infused discipline in the sector.”
Designed as a collaborative effort with the All-India Forum of RERA (AIFORERA), the platform brings together data from 35 States/UTs, existing 1,51,113 registered projects, and 1,06,545 agents.
But even as the Centre pushes for integration, new proposals at the state level could pull in a different direction. Maharashtra has recently proposed a separate RERA-like law specifically for redevelopment projects as part of its new housing policy. The state government argues that redevelopment often throws up unique challenges: tenants or homeowners are shifted into temporary accommodation, projects are prone to long delays, and disputes over rent compensation are common.
Policymakers claim that a tailored law could ensure stricter oversight and quicker redress for these cases, which are not always adequately covered under the current RERA framework.
However, consumer groups and industry experts remain sceptical. They warn that carving out a parallel system may fragment regulation, leaving homebuyers uncertain about which authority to approach, says a report from Hindustan Times. Since redevelopment already involves multiple parties—tenants, cooperative housing societies, developers, and financiers—introducing a separate legal framework risks complicating matters further. Critics argue that it could also dilute the central RERA’s authority and create opportunities for developers to exploit gaps between two overlapping laws.
A broad consensus among consumer advocates is that the more effective solution would be to expand the scope of the existing RERA law to cover redevelopment projects explicitly. This would ensure that redevelopment buyers and tenants enjoy the same protections as other homebuyers, while maintaining regulatory uniformity across the country.
The unified RERA portal, launched by the Ministry in July 2024, is currently operational with data from several states already integrated. According to the government’s press release, the portal will progressively include all states and union territories, providing details of registered projects and promoters across India. Meanwhile, the Maharashtra government’s proposed redevelopment law is under discussion and has not yet been enacted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the unified RERA portal?
The unified RERA portal is a nationwide centralised database for real estate projects, launched by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. It consolidates data from various state RERA portals into a single platform.
What is the purpose of the unified RERA portal?
The primary purpose of the unified RERA portal is to enhance transparency and accountability in the real estate sector by making information such as approvals, project statuses, timelines, and developer histories easily accessible to homebuyers and regulators.
What is Maharashtra's proposed redevelopment law?
Maharashtra has proposed a separate RERA-like law specifically for redevelopment projects as part of its new housing policy. The law aims to address unique challenges in redevelopment projects, such as long delays and disputes over rent compensation.
Why are consumer groups and industry experts concerned about the proposed redevelopment law?
Consumer groups and industry experts are concerned that the proposed redevelopment law may fragment regulation, leaving homebuyers uncertain about which authority to approach. They argue that it could complicate matters and dilute the central RERA’s authority.
When was the unified RERA portal launched?
The unified RERA portal was launched on September 4, 2025, by Union Housing Minister Shri Manohar Lal Khattar during the 5th meeting of the Central Advisory Council (CAC) at Sankalp Bhawan, New Delhi.
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