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MahaRERA Dues Recovery Stalls Despite Efforts by Officers

PUNE: The Maharashtra government’s effort to expedite the recovery of dues for distressed homebuyers is facing significant challenges. Despite assigning dedicated revenue recovery officers in critical districts five months ago, collections have only marginally increased by Rs10 crore. According to data from the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA), total recoveries rose from Rs270 crore in December 2025 to roughly Rs280 crore now. This slow progress continues despite a state mandate urging faster enforcement of recovery warrants. Concerns over the slow pace of recovery are amplified by the scale of the defaults. Since its launch in May 2017, MahaRERA has…

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Maharashtra Cabinet Likely to Approve Vertical Property Cards in June

Representative AI image PUNE: A revised proposal for “vertical property cards” aimed at flat owners has been reintroduced to the state government and is anticipated for cabinet review in June, as stated by officials from the settlement commissioner’s office. The proposal, which has lingered for almost four years, has recently been sent to the law and judiciary department with several incorporated modifications. A senior official mentioned, “It should go before the cabinet once the department approves it.” If sanctioned, Maharashtra will be among the select states in India to adopt such a system. The initial rollout will target projects registered…

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MahaRERA targets errant builders, issues notices on 8,212 projects

MUMBAI: The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has taken action against developers of 8,212 housing projects due to their failure to submit mandatory quarterly progress reports (QPRs) by the deadline. This move aims to enhance compliance oversight in the state’s real estate sector. Among these, 4,644 projects are located in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with 1,465 in Thane and 1,263 in Mumbai Suburban. Of the total 33,029 registered housing projects across Maharashtra, these developers missed the April 20 deadline to update their January-March quarter disclosures on MahaRERA’s portal, as mandated by the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016.…

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MahaRERA clears 6,945 homebuyer complaints, tackles backlog

PUNE: The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) announced on Monday that it has addressed 6,945 complaints over the last year. This announcement comes after concerns were raised in the state assembly regarding the backlog of homebuyer grievances and the sluggish recovery of dues from non-compliant developers. Officials reported a significant increase in the complaint resolution rate, highlighting a faster pace of hearings in the past two years. Approximately 6,000 complaints still await resolution, but hearings have begun for nearly all cases except those lodged in the last two months. The rise in complaints and the delay in executing recovery…

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MahaRERA: Over 6,300 Unresolved Complaints by December 2025

PUNE: The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) currently has 6,366 unresolved complaints, according to the state economic survey for 2025-26 presented in the legislative assembly on Thursday. This underscores a persistent backlog in disputes between homebuyers and developers. As of December 2025, a total of 53,012 real estate projects were registered with MahaRERA. The authority has received 32,377 complaints since its inception, resolving 26,011, which leaves 6,366 still pending. The survey highlighted that MahaRERA was established under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act of 2016, to regulate the real estate sector by ensuring transparency, financial accountability, and protection…

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Maharashtra Minister: Intensifying Recovery of MahaRERA Dues

MUMBAI: The government is poised to take stringent measures to recover outstanding dues under the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA), as stated by state minister Shambhuraj Desai in the assembly on Thursday. In response to BJP MLA Atul Bhatkhalkar’s inquiry about the non-implementation of MahaRERA orders for compensating homebuyers, Desai mentioned that the government aims to elevate the recovery rate beyond 34 percent. The Centre has urged states to ensure effective RERA implementation for the benefit of homebuyers, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewing the situation with chief secretaries from all states and promoting a robust recovery strategy. Desai…

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Karnataka RERA to Mandate Exact Parking Slot Details in Sale Agreements

BENGALURU: In response to homeowner complaints about vague and changing parking allocations, the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-Rera) is moving to make it compulsory for builders to clearly outline the number, dimensions, type, and exact locations of parking spaces in both allotment letters and sale agreements. “We are currently finalizing these measures,” K-Rera chairman Rakesh Singh informed TOI. The authority is in discussions with Credai, the leading organization for private real-estate developers, and has consulted with representatives from major real-estate firms in the region. “Clearly identifying parking spaces in residential complexes ensures that buyers are well-informed about what they…

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MahaRERA’s Recovery Slow; Only 33% of ₹792 Crore Collected

PUNE: Recovery warrants issued by the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) are being executed slowly across the state, with only one-third of the total amount owed to homebuyers being recovered to date. Recent official data indicates that out of Rs 791.55 crore due across 1,287 complaints, only Rs 262.68 crore has been recovered (approximately 33%). According to district-level data from MahaRERA, Mumbai suburban tops the list with Rs 351.75 crore due but has collected merely Rs 109.71 crore, with 479 complaints recorded. Mumbai city ranks second, recovering Rs 53.11 crore against Rs 104.14 crore from 47 complaints. Pune, also…

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MahaRERA Boosts Efficiency with Hybrid Mode Hearings

NAGPUR: The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) is now facilitating both physical and digital hearings for complaints, adhering to a directive from the Bombay High Court. This initiative enhances the convenience and transparency of housing dispute resolutions. Attendance has notably risen, as complainants and relevant parties across Maharashtra can opt for in-person or remote participation via secure video conferencing platforms. MahaRERA, the governing body enforcing the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act in the state, has adopted a hybrid model for hearings. This allows parties to choose between physical presence and virtual attendance, as per the Bombay High Court’s…

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MahaRERA resolves 5,267 complaints in 10 months, vows timely hearings

PUNE: The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) addressed 5,267 complaints between October 2024 and July 2025, officials announced on Monday. They added that all cases filed by the end of July either received their initial hearings or were scheduled. Homebuyers typically approach the authority over issues such as delayed possession, subpar construction, or missing amenities. To accelerate grievance resolution, MahaRERA chairman Manoj Saunik, along with members Mahesh Pathak and Ravindra Deshpande, has initiated a new protocol where hearings are scheduled within one to two months of a complaint being registered. This represents a significant improvement from past delays that…