MahaRERA clears record 50000 housing projects

Maharashtra has emerged as the unrivalled leader in real estate regulation and development. The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has officially crossed the milestone of 50,000 registered housing projects, the highest in the country.

This figure represents more than one-third of all residential projects registered across India under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. According to data from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, a total of 1,44,617 housing projects have been registered with RERA authorities nationwide. Maharashtra alone accounts for 50,162 of them, putting it well ahead of Tamil Nadu, the next highest at 27,609, followed by Gujarat with 15,322. The figures were released as MahaRERA marked its seventh anniversary of formation this May.

Experts at the regulatory authority note that this milestone is more than a numerical achievement—it reflects the expanding geographic and demographic scope of Maharashtra’s housing sector. While Mumbai and Pune were historically the dominant hubs of real estate activity, recent trends indicate that demand is steadily dispersing across the state. The authority has observed an influx of new projects in districts such as Raigad, Nashik, Nagpur, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, signifying growing economic confidence and urban aspirations beyond the traditional metropolitan regions. Data from MahaRERA shows that Pune district leads with 12,788 registered housing projects, followed by Thane with 6,746, Mumbai Suburban with 5,907, and Raigad with 5,360. The Konkan region, which includes the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), tops the chart with 23,770 housing projects, representing nearly half of Maharashtra’s total registrations. North Maharashtra has 4,621 projects, Vidarbha’s Nagpur area has 2,764, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar region has 1,886, and the Amravati division records 957.

Officials associated with MahaRERA credit this expansion to a combination of state-level regulatory stability, improving urban infrastructure, and a steady push for affordable housing. As more Tier II and Tier III cities in Maharashtra become beneficiaries of industrial corridors, transportation connectivity, and real estate incentives, developers have responded with renewed interest. The creation of MahaRERA in 2017, soon after the national RERA Act came into effect, positioned Maharashtra as a pioneer in the institutional regulation of the real estate sector. The authority was not only the first to be established in the country but also among the most efficient in terms of digital processes, project transparency, and grievance redressal mechanisms. Industry observers highlight that MahaRERA’s proactive disclosure norms, accessible web portals, and mandatory compliance guidelines have instilled greater trust among homebuyers.

However, this impressive growth also places new responsibilities on urban policymakers. With urban sprawl accelerating, the challenge lies in ensuring that Maharashtra’s residential expansion aligns with sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient urban planning. Urban development experts have cautioned that the state must avoid unchecked growth and prioritise high-density, transit-oriented housing near mobility hubs, green corridors, and essential civic infrastructure. Sustainable housing advocates also point out that Maharashtra’s real estate growth must not compromise its ecological balance. In regions like Konkan and Pune, where large-scale construction is underway, the emphasis must shift towards low-impact development, energy-efficient buildings, and preservation of natural drainage systems. While MahaRERA enforces project-level compliance, environmentalists argue for deeper integration of climate-conscious design in state housing policies.

Gender-equitable and inclusive planning is another priority area. With Maharashtra attracting a growing population of migrant workers, first-time homeowners, and working professionals, housing design and urban form must reflect diversity in household structures and mobility patterns. Experts believe that future housing developments must accommodate gender-neutral public spaces, safe pedestrian infrastructure, and easy access to childcare, healthcare, and employment centres. Notably, while real estate investment is increasing, the pace of affordable housing supply still lags in certain districts. Stakeholders have urged the government to fast-track approvals for projects under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and state-supported schemes for economically weaker sections. Enhanced incentives, faster clearances, and deeper public-private collaboration could play a key role in addressing Maharashtra’s urban housing inequality.

The unprecedented growth in MahaRERA registrations is also attributed to developers’ growing willingness to comply with the regulatory framework. Industry associations have observed that developers increasingly view registration as a value proposition that enhances credibility and financing prospects. With MahaRERA mandating registration before any sale or advertisement, the real estate sector in Maharashtra has gradually moved towards greater formalisation and consumer accountability. Digital innovation is playing a vital role in this evolution. MahaRERA has enabled end-to-end online project registration, regular updates on project progress, financial disclosures, and legal documentation. The increased transparency not only reduces the information asymmetry that traditionally plagued the sector but also serves as a critical check against project delays and misrepresentations.

Officials at the housing authority believe that this milestone is just the beginning of a longer journey. As more urban centres emerge and aspirational housing becomes a norm, the state is likely to see further expansion in housing registrations. The authority has expressed commitment to strengthening its monitoring systems, ensuring compliance, and integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics into future project evaluations. As MahaRERA completes seven years, Maharashtra’s position at the top of India’s real estate registration table is not only a reflection of the sector’s dynamism but also a signal of the state’s broader urban transformation. The state’s ability to balance rapid real estate growth with sustainable and inclusive urban development will define the next decade of its housing story.

By continuing to build regulatory capacity and promote transparent development practices, Maharashtra has an opportunity to set the gold standard for urban housing—one that is efficient, equitable, and ecologically sound. In doing so, it can serve as a model for the rest of India in building greener, smarter, and more human-centric cities.

MahaRERA clears record 50000 housing projects