I still remember when the Dwarka Expressway was just a line on a map. Back then, people thought I was crazy for betting on this stretch. Today, it's one of the most sought-after corridors in the NCR.
That's the thing about real estate. If you only look at what's in front of you, you'll always be late.

I spend a lot of my time reading about global markets, and I can say that India's real estate market in 2030 will look nothing like today. India’s real estate market is projected to become one of the largest in the world. We're already seeing the early signs. Rapid urbanization, metro expansions, new industrial corridors, and a massive shift in how people want to live and work.

Here's what I believe will define the next five years.

• First, commercial real estate is going through a quiet revolution. Mixed-use developments, co-working spaces within residential complexes, and retail that feels like community hubs, that's the future. Investors who understand this shift early will benefit the most.

• Second, by 2030, sustainable housing will not just be a trend but a standard expectation in new developments. Developers who treat sustainability as a checkbox will be left behind.

I've seen three full market cycles in Gurgaon, and each time, the fundamentals won. Location, infrastructure, and quality of construction.

The next cycle is already beginning. The question is, are you watching the right signals?
Would love to hear what trends you're tracking in your city.