Shift in Indian Real Estate Development Focus to Residential Projects

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Indian real estate developers are prioritizing residential projects over commercial ones due to higher profitability, faster cash flows, and simpler regulatory approvals. This shift is causing a potential future shortage of quality office space, as residential capital values per square foot have outpaced commercial values by 2-3 times in prime micro-markets. The trend is driven by project-level economics favoring residential development, especially for developers with limited capital or higher borrowing costs. The upcoming Noida International Airport is expected to catalyze both residential and commercial segments by improving regional connectivity and investor confidence.