Udhana, Surat

Surat MC's standing committee has approved the draft budget for 2026-27, adding projects worth Rs 703 crore, bringing the total to Rs 11,301 crore. Key decisions include free BRTS travel for senior citizens and a waiver of property tax for widows. New grant of Rs 25 crore is allocated for religious institutions.

The Surat Metro Phase 1 is on track for an initial operational launch in June 2026, with trial runs currently being conducted on the Dream City to Althan Tenement stretch. The full network, spanning 40.35 km with 38 stations, is expected to be completed by December 2027.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Surat on June 5, 2026, to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for development projects valued at over ₹18,000 crore. The projects span various sectors, aiming to boost infrastructure and industrial growth in Surat and the wider South Gujarat region.

Several new residential and commercial projects have been launched in Surat South, offering a range of housing options . These new launches, including projects in areas like Pioneer Luxury in Bhimrad, Nirman Laxmi Residency in Udhana, and Vaibhavi Ambika park in Bhestan, cater to various buyer preferences and are expected to contribute to the city's real estate growth.

Surat's real estate market is experiencing significant activity, with numerous under-construction and pre-launch projects offering investment opportunitie , driven by major infrastructure projects like the metro and expressways. , Areas llike Vesu, Althan, and VIP Road are showing strong appreciation potential.