India's Land Deals Moderate with Rising Costs and Growing Joint Development Agreements
India's land acquisition market is moderating as developers face rising land costs and focus on project viability. From January to September 2026, 76 land deals covering about 1,445 acres were recorded, down from 99 deals and 3,292 acres in the same period last year. Joint development agreements (JDAs) have grown in popularity, accounting for one in four transactions, as developers prefer partnerships with landowners over outright purchases. Larger deals are shifting towards tier 2 and 3 cities, while established markets see smaller transactions.
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economictimes broke this story on 11 Nov, 07:52 am. Other outlets followed.
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