Indore West, Indore

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has advised State RERAs to grant a four-month extension to eligible real estate projects facing delays due to global supply chain disruptions, citing the West Asia situation as a Force Majeure event. The extension applies to projects with completion dates on or after February 28, 2026..

Indore has set a world record for waste segregation, highlighting a strong culture of public participation. The civic body involved all 85 municipal wards, with sanitation workers, volunteers, educational institutions, and various organizations mobilizing citizens.

The 783 km Indore-Hyderabad Expressway, is expected to become operational in December 2026. This four-lane semi-access-controlled corridor will reduce the travel time between Indore and Hyderabad from over 16 hours to approximately seven hours, cutting the distance by 171 km.

Madhya Pradesh Government has proposed amendments to urban development regulations that could impact Indore's housing market. The draft suggests increasing the size limit for affordable housing from 450 sq ft to 642 sq. ft. and permitting commercial use of smaller residential properties.

A ₹800-crore signalling project, covering approximately 30 km across Bhopal and Indore metro networks, has received final clearance. This upgrade, using modern signalling technology, will allow for better train management, shorter headways, and enhanced safety standards on the metro lines.

One carriageway of the under-construction Lavkush double-decker bridge in Indore has been opened to traffic, providing immediate relief to commuters traveling from Ujjain towards Bhanwarkuan and western parts of the city. The full completion of the bridge, costing over ₹175 crore, is anticipated within the next two months.

Donations to the Khajrana Ganesh Temple are being utilized for various infrastructure and development projects in Indore, totaling approximately Rs 50 crore. The temple generates significant annual income through donations, which also supports its community kitchen and provides food for patients at MY Hospital.

A KPMG-NAREDCO report released on June 22, 2026, highlights the increasing polarization in India's housing market, with a focus on luxury projects while affordable housing faces challenges. The findings emphasize the need for policy interventions to support affordable housing supply to meet the growing urban population's needs.

A joint report by KPMG and NAREDCO recommends closer alignment between the RERA(s) and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) to enhance transparency and protect homebuyers in stressed projects. This alignment is seen as crucial for achieving India's real estate vision and fostering greater accountability in project execution.