Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has announced that land ownership rights for nearly 40,000 Bengali families in Gadchiroli will be expedited. Descendants of refugees from East Pakistan, these families have faced decades-long delays in securing legal ownership. To fast-track the process, drone-based surveys will be used for accurate mapping, and private workers will be hired to address manpower shortages in the land records department. A Lok Adalat is also being set up to resolve disputes over encroachments and record mismatches. The minister said the initiative combines welfare and efficiency, aiming to deliver long-pending property rights while modernising land management in the district.Read more

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) carried out a demolition drive in Gomtinagar Extension, removing around 18 illegal constructions on land acquired in 2000 under the Amar Shaheed Path-Gomtinagar Extension scheme. Spanning approximately 10,500 sq meters and valued at about INR 150 crore, the encroached land had buildings on Khasra numbers 406, 407, 408, and 409 in Sector 6. Despite resistance from occupants, the operation was completed successfully. The reclaimed area is now being planned for residential and commercial development, with proposals under review by the LDA planning section.Read more

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) carried out a demolition drive in the Koparkhairane division after property owners ignored prior notices. The operation, led under the directives of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde and senior officials, targeted unauthorised construction linked to Rajpal Hospital in Sector 10. A partial demolition was conducted, and a penalty of INR 50,000 was imposed. The civic body emphasised that strict action against unauthorised developments would continue across the city.Read more

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) carried out a demolition drive in Vashi against an unauthorised building despite prior notices being served. The action, initiated under the directives of Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde, was supervised by Additional Commissioner Dr Rahul Gethe and Deputy Commissioner Dr Kailas Gaikwad. The partial demolition was supported by civic engineers, encroachment officials, police, and workers, with heavy machinery and labour deployed. Authorities indicated that such anti-encroachment operations would be intensified in the coming period.Read more

Realty major Lodha Developers has finalised the sale of more than 24 acres of land in the Palava region near Mumbai to Singapore-based ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) for nearly INR 500 crore. The deal, already registered, included 1.74 acres sold directly by Lodha and 22.6 acres transferred by its subsidiary Palava Induslogic 4 Pvt Ltd. The transaction comes close on the heels of Lodha's agreement with the Maharashtra government to develop a green data centre park in Palava.Read more

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has demolished several illegal colonies near Noida International Airport, reclaiming 155 acres of land valued at about INR 2,500 crore. The colonies, promoted under names like Aeronest Coloniser, Shri Radha Gauri Enclave and Rudra Properties, were spread across Jhajhar and Kakod in Bulandshahr. FIRs are being lodged against those involved. This is part of a series of recent actions, including drives that freed land worth INR 226 crore in Jewar Bangar and Mewla Gopalgarh, and INR 407 crore in villages where projects were marketed with misleading names.Read more

The Telangana government will auction two prime land parcels in Raidurg Knowledge City, Hyderabad aiming to generate over INR 2,000 crore. Spread across 18.67 acres-11 acres in one plot and 7.67 acres in the other the land carries a base price of INR 101 crore per acre. Officials expect strong bidding to push values up to INR 130-150 crore per acre. Scheduled for the first week of October, the e-auction offers land earmarked for mixed-use projects, including commercial, residential, and hospitality developments, with no change-of-use approvals required. With excellent metro and airport connectivity, the auction could set new benchmarks, following Kokapet's record sales.Read more

The Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) has directed the removal of unauthorised shacks and resort extensions on Agonda Beach in Canacona, a protected turtle nesting site. Inspections revealed that these constructions lacked mandatory licences and approvals despite some owners holding pollution and tourism permits. The authority clarified that payment of house tax does not confer legality and instructed most violators to dismantle the illegal portions themselves.Read more

Rajendra Lodha, a former director at Lodha Developers, was arrested in Mumbai on September 17 in connection with an alleged fraud uncovered during an ongoing investigation. Lodha was taken into custody from his Worli residence by the Mumbai Crime Branch property cell and brought to court, which remanded him to police custody until September 23. He had resigned from all positions at Lodha Developers on August 17, 2025, at the company's request, after an ethics committee reviewed his conduct. Lodha Developers has referred the matter to authorities and is implementing recommendations from an external review.Read more

Hongkong Land has signed an agreement to divest its residential development arm, MCL Land, to a subsidiary of Malaysia's Sunway for SGD 739 million (about USD 578 million). The company plans to use the proceeds to strengthen its balance sheet and raise its ongoing share buyback by USD 150 million, in addition to the USD 200 million programme already underway. The move forms part of Hongkong Land's long-term 2035 strategy to exit the build-to-sell; residential sector and prioritise ultra-premium commercial properties in major Asian cities. Despite this shift, Singapore continues to remain a core focus market.Read more

The Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) has proposed forming a special revenue team to manage land pooling for the upcoming Infopark Phase III campus in Kochi. Covering over 300 acres, the project recently received in-principle approval from the state's Electronics and IT Department. The team, led by a senior official, will include revenue staff, surveyors, and a legal expert to ensure a structured and transparent process. Landowners will be engaged to voluntarily pool land, which will then be reconstituted into developed plots and returned. A memorandum of understanding between GCDA and Infopark is expected soon, paving the way for phased development.Read more

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has begun resolving long-pending land disputes that have stalled registrations for more than 800 industrial and institutional plots. Many of the delays date back to 2013, with road construction halted at nearly 590 points due to withheld or disputed land. Officials report over 150 disputes already settled, with more nearing resolution. Plot registration and possession will only proceed once road networks are completed, though no deadline has been fixed. YEIDA has also set a target to operationalise over 100 industries by year-end; currently, only 15 are active while more than 400 remain under construction.Read more

The Noida Authority has begun a large-scale topographic survey to expand land reserves and support future development. Covering areas along the Yamuna and Noida expressways, the Hindon River, Sector 150, and internal drains, the study will map elevation, depth, size, and location of land parcels. This will help identify vacant plots, detect encroachments, and flag zones unsuitable for construction due to water bodies or flood risks. Sector 147 is a priority, with readiness for development under review. Findings will guide the allocation of land for residential, commercial, or institutional use while protecting ecologically sensitive areas, ensuring Noida's growth is structured, transparent, and sustainable.Read more

Authorities in Panchkula have demolished nearly 100 illegal shops, dhabas, and stalls at Majri Chowk as part of a large anti-encroachment drive led by the Municipal Corporation and Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP). The land, meant for residential use, had never been approved for commercial activity. Officials plan to use the cleared site to rehabilitate families from Gandhi Colony, where many live in slum-like conditions. A survey is underway to identify genuine residents, with around 1,000 structures counted but many found vacant or used for livestock. Eligible families will receive 10-by-10-foot plots, marking a move towards organised housing and improved living standards.Read more

The Odisha government is preparing to roll out a comprehensive urban parking policy to tackle increasing traffic congestion in major cities including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Berhampur, and Rourkela. A consultative workshop, organized by the Odisha Urban Academy in coordination with the Housing and Urban Development Department, gathered officials, urban planners, transport experts, and civil society representatives to discuss the policy framework. The draft policy focuses on demand-based parking charges, regulation of on- and off-street parking, promotion of sustainable transport options, integration with public transport, and the use of smart technologies for efficient parking management.Read more

After a building collapse in Jaipur's Walled City that killed two people, the Heritage wing of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation (JMC-H) has issued eviction notices to 23 building owners in Kishanpole zone and demolished a part of the collapsed structure in Subhash Chowk. Temporary shelters have also been arranged for displaced families. The action follows repeated safety warnings and highlights concerns over old buildings, unauthorized structures, and the need for better monitoring in heritage areas.Read more

The Maharashtra government has cleared land allotment in 930 villages for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to install mobile towers and improve 4G coverage in rural and tribal areas. Each tower site will get 200 square metres of land free of cost, as per a cabinet decision from 2022. Earlier approvals covered 2,751 villages, but technical issues prevented tower installation at several sites, leading to a revised list. The latest order spans 30 districts, with officials asked to provide quick approvals and ensure electricity, fibre connectivity, and other basic facilities.Read more

The Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority (MDDA) has intensified its efforts to curb illegal land activities in the Dehradun region. In the past month, the authority reclaimed over 150 bighas of illegally plotted land and sealed numerous unauthorized multi-storey buildings. The crackdown focused on areas such as Bhaniyawala, Haridwar Bypass Road, and Rishikesh. MDDA officials have emphasized the importance of adhering to legal procedures and have advised the public to verify land ownership and approvals before purchasing plots.Read more

Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), part of the GMR Group, has approached the Supreme Court to challenge a Delhi High Court decision that directed GMR Group Chairman GM Rao to vacate his residence at Pushpanjali Farms. The High Court had ruled that the lease agreement between DIAL and the previous property owner had been terminated, and the land, purchased by Onkar Infotech, should be handed over. DIAL argues that the property serves mixed purposes, and the unregistered lease creates ambiguity over possession. The case raises broader questions on unregistered leases and land reforms.Read more

The Godrej Enterprise Group (GEG), among Mumbai's largest private landholders, has initiated a master planning exercise for its 1,000-acre parcel in Vikhroli. Executive director Nyrika Holkar stated that while some manufacturing activities had shifted out of the site, operations would continue at Vikhroli alongside long-term systematic development. The land, largely controlled by the Jamshyd Godrej and Smita Crishna branch of the family, also accommodates Godrej & Boyce businesses, leased IT offices, and environmentally sensitive mangroves.Read more