Realty firms' land acquisition falls 56% to 1,445 acres
In short
Indian real estate firms bought 1,445 acres of land in the first nine months of 2026, down 56% from before. Anarock says developers became more cautious because costs rose and they became pickier about land.
The report says joint development agreements made up 25% of deals, showing a stronger focus on feasibility and connectivity.
What the reporting says
Indian real estate firms' land acquisition fell 56% to 1,445 acres in the first nine months of 2026, according to Anarock. The report attributes the drop to developers taking a cautious approach amid rising costs and more selective land buying. It also says joint development agreements with landowners made up 25% of deals, suggesting greater focus on project feasibility and connectivity.
Why it matters
Indian real estate firms acquired 1,445 acres of land in the first nine months of 2026, a 56% fall, according to Anarock. It also notes that joint development agreements accounted for 25% of deals, pointing to a greater emphasis on feasibility and connectivity in land buying.