MahaRERA approved 435 new housing projects across Maharashtra on the occasion of Dussehra 2026, with an estimated investment of ₹23,719 crore and the potential to add 32,981 flats to the housing market. The authority also approved deadline extensions for 210 projects and corrections to 609 existing projects.
MahaRERA Accelerates Project Approvals During Festive Season
The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) issued a record 435 project registration numbers on Dussehra, enabling developers to launch new housing projects during the festive season. Traditionally, Dussehra and Diwali are considered auspicious occasions for launching residential projects and making property purchases.
The approvals are expected to facilitate an estimated investment of ₹23,719 crore in the real estate sector and support the construction of 32,981 flats.
MahaRERA also approved deadline extensions for 210 projects and permitted corrections to 609 existing projects based on proposals submitted by developers. The authority’s team worked round the clock to process applications and enable eligible projects to receive approvals in time for Dussehra.
Pune and Mumbai Metropolitan Region Lead Project Registrations
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) accounted for the highest number of newly registered projects, with 201 approvals. Pune followed with 140 projects, reflecting continued development activity in both major real estate markets.
The regional distribution of the 435 newly registered projects is as follows:
| Region | Number of Projects |
|---|---|
| Mumbai Metropolitan Region | 201 |
| Pune region | 140 |
| Vidarbha | 32 |
| Khandesh | 24 |
| Marathwada | 8 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli | 2 |
| Daman | 1 |
The regional figures above total 408 projects. The remaining 27 projects are not separately accounted for in the regional breakdown provided in the announcement.
Mumbai Metropolitan Region
The MMR received 201 new project registrations, distributed across the following locations:
- Thane: 70 projects
- Mumbai City and Suburbs: 63 projects
- Raigad: 36 projects
- Palghar: 25 projects
- Ratnagiri: 5 projects
- Sindhudurg: 2 projects
Pune Region
Pune recorded 140 new project registrations. The wider Pune region also includes approvals for projects in neighbouring districts:
- Satara: 13 projects
- Kolhapur: 8 projects
- Sangli: 3 projects
- Solapur: 3 projects
Vidarbha Region
A total of 32 projects received registration numbers in Vidarbha, comprising:
- Nagpur: 27 projects
- Amravati: 4 projects
- Akola: 1 project
Khandesh and Marathwada
The Khandesh region accounted for 24 projects, including 23 from Nashik and one from Ahilya Nagar.
Marathwada recorded eight projects, comprising seven from Sambhaji Nagar and one from Nanded.
In addition, two projects in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and one project in Daman received approvals.
MahaRERA Approves Project Extensions and Corrections
Apart from new registrations, MahaRERA processed applications relating to existing housing projects, including deadline extensions and corrections to approved project plans.
Developers seeking to make amendments, alterations or additions to an already registered project must follow the applicable MahaRERA procedure and obtain the necessary approval under the corrections category.
Similarly, developers are required to disclose the proposed completion date when registering a housing project. If a project is delayed, the developer must apply to MahaRERA for an extension in accordance with the applicable requirements.
Failure to obtain the required extension can result in a project being classified as lapsed, affecting its regulatory status and progress. Timely approval of extension and correction applications is therefore important for project implementation, regulatory compliance and the protection of homebuyers’ interests.
These procedures are intended to promote transparency, regulatory compliance and the timely completion of housing projects.
MahaRERA Project Approvals Between April and October 2026
MahaRERA’s figures for April to September 2026 indicate substantial activity in project registration and the processing of applications relating to existing projects.
During the six-month period, the authority approved applications for 6,486 housing projects. Of these, 2,056 projects received registration numbers. The authority also approved 2,053 extension proposals and 2,377 correction proposals.
Including approvals recorded in October 2026, the cumulative figures reported by MahaRERA are as follows:
| Category | Approved Applications |
|---|---|
| Newly registered projects | 2,491 |
| Project extensions | 2,053 |
| Project corrections | 2,377 |
| Total approved applications | 7,740 |
The figures indicate the authority’s continued focus on processing new project registrations alongside applications needed to keep existing projects compliant with their approved plans and completion schedules.
MahaRERA Focuses on Compliance Ahead of Diwali
With Diwali approaching, MahaRERA has reiterated its commitment to approving housing projects that satisfy the applicable legal, technical and financial criteria.
The festive-season approvals are expected to facilitate new residential launches and investment in Maharashtra’s real estate sector. At the same time, the authority’s scrutiny of project registrations, extensions and corrections remains important for ensuring that developers comply with regulatory requirements.
The approval of 435 projects on Dussehra, representing an estimated investment of ₹23,719 crore and 32,981 flats, highlights the scale of residential development activity during the festive period.
For homebuyers, however, project registration and regulatory compliance remain important considerations when evaluating a property purchase. Buyers should verify the project’s MahaRERA registration details, declared completion date and other relevant disclosures before making a decision.
