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Understanding Vahivat (Vahiwat) in Indian Land RecordsPCMC to Publish Red-Zone Map Around Defence Establishments — Relief for 4,000 Property Owners Soon
The PCMC is set to release an official “red-zone” map next week, which will clearly demarcate areas around two sensitive defence establishments — the Ordnance Factory Dehu Road (ammunition depot) and the Dighi Magazine Depot — where construction and development will be prohibited under the Works of Defence Act, 1903.
What is the Red Zone and Why It Matters
Under the proposed plan:
- A 2,000-yard radius around the Dehu Road ordnance depot.
- A 1,200-yard radius around the Dighi Magazine Depot.
Inside these zones, construction and new development will be prohibited — a regulation meant to uphold security and safety around defence assets.
Who Will Be Affected
The red-zone designation is expected to directly impact around 4,000 properties — both residential and commercial — that currently fall within the buffer zones of these depots.
Localities likely to be affected include (but are not limited to) Talawade, Nigdi, Ravet, Chikhali, Dighi, Bhosari, Yamuna Nagar, Rupi Nagar, Vadmukhwadi, and Bopkhel, among others.
For many residents and property owners, the new map brings long-awaited clarity. With unclear boundaries until now, there has been persistent confusion and concern over legal construction permissions.
Why the Map Was Needed
The process to draw accurate red-zone boundaries began after the state’s land-records department conducted a survey, employing satellite imagery to map the zones. The exercise was completed recently, and PCMC has spent over ₹1.13 crore for land measurement and mapping for the Dehu Road and Dighi areas.
The updated map was submitted to PCMC on 31 July 2025, according to civic-body officials.
However, publication has been delayed because the map must first be vetted by the defence authorities to ensure that no sensitive installations are exposed publicly.
What This Means for Residents and Property Owners
Once released, the map will:
- Clearly inform which properties lie inside the red zone (where construction is prohibited) and which lie outside (eligible for development).
- Provide long-awaited clarity for home-buyers, developers, and existing residents — helping avoid legal disputes over building permissions.
- Help civic authorities regulate illegal or unauthorised constructions that have proliferated over the decades due to boundary ambiguity.
An official from PCMC’s Town Planning Department, Kishor Gokhale, stated that the map has already been shared with defence authorities and they expect to receive a response within “the next four to five days,” after which the map will be made public.
Source- TOI
House of Abhinandan Lodha Partners with Zepto for Vrindavan Project
To provide digital access to its Vrindavan project, the House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL) has teamed up with Zepto, a quick-commerce platform.
Zepto users can now explore branded land plots in Vrindavan straight from the app, thanks to this partnership. By typing "land" into the search bar, users can view available plots, show interest with a refundable token amount, and schedule a video consultation with a HoABL expert.
Buyers can start their land investment journey in less than ten minutes thanks to the initiative's simplified digital process. Investors have more flexibility because of the staggered payment structure.
Alongside the Vrindavan project, HoABL is also listing other plotted developments, including those in Maharashtra, on Zepto. The integration marks the first time a quick-commerce platform is being used for real estate discovery and initial booking.
The partnership was launched on the occasion of Janmashtami, making premium plotted developments accessible to a larger audience through Zepto’s wide user base.
One Portal All Projects What the Unified RERA Means for Homebuyers
The launch of the Unified Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) Portal marks a major reform in India’s property sector. For the first time, project and developer information from all states and union territories will be available on a single national platform.
What the Unified Portal Offers
Up until now, every state has had its own RERA website, which led to discrepancies and made it necessary for homebuyers to use several different systems. Everything is brought together by the single portal, which provides:
Centralised nationwide access to registered project information.
Transparency in scheduling and approvals
Streamlined grievance procedures
Accountability of developers
Implications for Homebuyers
Homebuyers are able to make informed decisions thanks to the unified portal. Before committing to a property, they can now verify approvals, check if deadlines are being met, and compare projects in various regions using the same criteria. It is also easier to file and follow up on complaints thanks to the complaint mechanism.
Implications for Developers
For developers, the platform brings uniformity. Reporting requirements are standardised, which reduces the burden of dealing with multiple state formats. At the same time, greater visibility of past compliance records across India will push developers toward higher accountability and consistent performance.
One of the top real estate developers in India, Godrej Properties, is aiming high for FY2025-26. To support its next stage of expansion, the company is aggressively seeking opportunities to acquire prime land.
Executive Chairperson Pirojsha Godrej stressed that the company has the confidence to invest in high-value land parcels throughout major cities thanks to its capital strength, which was reinforced by last year's qualified institutional placement (QIP).
Strategic Land Acquisitions Driving Growth
In the first quarter of FY2025-26, Godrej Properties acquired five land parcels in Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Panipat.
With these additions, the company is well on its way to achieving its annual target of ₹20,000 crore worth of project additions by the second or third quarter of this fiscal year.
Over the last financial year (FY2024-25), the company had already secured 14 land parcels across cities such as MMR, NCR, Pune, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, and Indore, unlocking an estimated ₹26,500 crore in potential revenue.
Recent wins include:
A 16-acre site in Upper Kharadi, Pune with an estimated value of ₹3,100 crore, which lifted the company’s share price by 2%.
A high-profile Hyderabad (Kukatpally) land parcel, expected to generate ₹3,800 crore in revenue.
Strong Financial Performance
Godrej Properties has consistently reinforced its market leadership with record-breaking sales.
FY2024-25 Sales: The company booked ₹29,444 crore, marking a 31% increase over the previous year.
Q1 FY2025-26 Performance:
Net Profit rose 15% YoY to about ₹600 crore.
Pre-sales stood at ₹7,082 crore, lower than last year due to a high base and modest launch delays.
Despite this dip, the company reaffirmed its full-year sales target of ₹32,500 crore.
Expansion Roadmap
Looking ahead, Godrej Properties plans to launch ₹40,000 crore worth of new housing projects in FY2025-26, signaling its confidence in India’s booming real estate demand.
To fund its growth pipeline, the company is also preparing its largest-ever bond issue of around ₹2,000 crore, which will increase total bond borrowings to ₹4,500 crore.
Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan has invested in his first land in Alibaug, Maharashtra, buying a 2,000 square foot plot for ₹2 crore. The property is a part of The House of Abhinandan Lodha's (HoABL) upscale coastal development, "Chateau de Alibaug." Kartik expressed his intention to build his own home on the land, stating, "Alibaug has become one of the most exciting places to invest in today — close to Mumbai, and I plan to build my own home there." He also expressed full trust in HoABL for this investment.
With this acquisition, Kartik joins a list of prominent Bollywood celebrities who have invested in Alibaug. In the past, actress Kriti Sanon bought a 2,000 square foot plot in Alibaug, while legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan paid ₹10 crore for a 10,000 square foot plot.
This action establishes Alibaug as a popular location for second homes close to Mumbai and reflects a growing trend of Bollywood celebrities investing in the upscale real estate market there.
Purandar Airport Project MIDC Stamps Removed from Non Acquired Land
Local farmers have opposed the Purandar airport project, which was originally planned to span 7,000 acres. As a result, the land acquisition was reduced to roughly 3,000 acres and the plan was scaled back. To ensure transparency, the administration has started removing Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) stamps from the 7/12 extracts of land that are no longer part of the acquisition.
This move allows farmers in those areas to freely sell, mortgage, or develop their land. Only 3,000 acres are now set to be acquired, while the remaining land will remain unaffected. Farmers are still free to voluntarily donate land for the airport if they wish.
Nearly 56% of the required landowners have already given their consent, with the deadline for submission set for September 18. While the removal of MIDC stamps is welcomed by many, some farmers remain concerned about receiving fair compensation for their land.
Source: Hindustan Times