Mr. Pradeep Aggarwal, Founder and Chairman, Signature Global (India) Ltd., said, “The US-Iran peace deal comes as a major relief for both the global and domestic economies. India’s housing sector, in particular, stands to benefit, as the development is expected to significantly boost sentiment among prospective homebuyers. With the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, inflationary pressures are likely to ease, giving the RBI greater flexibility to maintain the status quo on policy rates for an extended period. This, in turn, will provide a boost to the overall economy and encourage first-time homebuyers to enter the market with greater confidence.”

Mr. Jash Panchamia, Executive Director, Jaypee Infratech Limited, said, “The US-Iran peace agreement is a positive development for the global economy as it is expected to ease inflationary pressures and improve overall market sentiment. India stands to benefit from the stabilization of energy and commodity prices, which can support economic growth and strengthen consumer confidence. The housing sector is also likely to witness a positive ripple effect, with improved affordability and a more stable economic environment encouraging homebuyers and investors alike. We expect this development to boost confidence among prospective homebuyers, particularly fence-sitters, enabling them to make purchase decisions with greater certainty and conviction in the months ahead.”

Overall, the housing industry believes that the easing of geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran could create a more stable macroeconomic environment, benefiting key sectors of the economy, including real estate. Lower inflationary risks, stable interest rates and improved consumer confidence are expected to support housing demand across segments, particularly among end-users. As economic visibility improves, the sector may witness stronger buyer participation and sustained momentum in residential sales in the coming quarters.

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According to Mr. N. Jaideep Reddy, President, CREDAI Hyderabad, said: ” The budget provides a focus on urban development and boosting future technologies like AI, bio Pharma research with special benefits for IT and software services and tax holidays for Data Centre which are growth drivers for Hyderabad. This would further drive the growth of the city. However the specific levers for triggering demand for housing , particularly affordable housing did not get adequate attention. We look forward to some subsequent announcements on tax incentives and stimulus for affordable housing.

According to Mr. B. Jagannath Rao, President-Elect, CREDAI Hyderabad, said: “The Union Budget 2026-27 is a blueprint for a ‘Viksit Bharat’ with a clear emphasis on urban infrastructure and manufacturing. The incentives for municipal bonds and the focus on high-tech construction equipment will modernise the way we build. However, for the ‘Housing for All’ mission to reach its full potential, we look forward to more direct interventions in the form of tax rationalization for home buyers and developers in the coming months.”

Mr. Kranti Kiran Reddy, General Secretary, CREDAI Hyderabad, added: The budget has a long term vision for growth and aligns well for sustainable development but lacks specific drivers to directly impact the real estate sector. Moreover, while the budget focuses on “Tax Certainty,” the documents do not explicitly outline a reduction in Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax for immovable property, which remains a key demand to stimulate secondary market transactions.”

Positive Highlights for the Industry:

*Boost to Construction Equipment:* The budget’s focus on strengthening domestic manufacturing of high-value and technologically advanced construction and infrastructure equipment is a welcome move that will likely lead to better cost efficiencies for developers in the long run.

Urban Infrastructure & Municipal Bonds:

The government has proposed an incentive of ₹100 crore for single issuances of municipal bonds exceeding ₹1,000 crore. This is a significant step toward empowering urban local bodies to fund large-scale infrastructure projects, which directly benefits real estate development.

Strategic Urban Planning: The proposal to develop five University Townships near major industrial and logistic corridors will create new hubs for growth and residential demand.

Continuation of AMRUT: The extension of the AMRUT scheme ensures continued support for water supply, sewerage, and urban greenery, which are essential for sustainable housing projects.

Ease of Compliance: The extension of the timeframe for revising tax returns to March 31st and the introduction of a one-time 6-month foreign asset disclosure scheme provide much-needed flexibility and transparency for taxpayers, including property investors.

Areas of Concern and “Missed Opportunities:

Capital Gains Tax Clarity: While the budget focuses on “Tax Certainty,” the documents do not explicitly outline a reduction in Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax for immovable property, which remains a key demand to stimulate secondary market transactions.

Affordable Housing Stimulus: 

While the budget focuses on the underprivileged through the government’s ‘Sankalp’, the industry was hoping for specific new tax bates or interest subvention schemes to revive the affordable housing segment, which has seen a slowdown.

Industry Status: The long-standing request for granting “Infrastructure Status” to the entire real estate sector (currently limited to affordable housing) was not explicitly addressed in the primary highlights, which would have enabled easier access to low-cost institutional credit.

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Hyderabad: January 30^th, 2026: CREDAI Hyderabad welcomes the Economic Survey 2025–26, which reaffirms Hyderabad’s role as a key driver of India’s urban and economic growth. The Survey projects 7.4% GDP growth for FY26, supported by strong Gross Fixed Capital Formation nearing 30% of GDP, a resilient services sector growing at 9.1%, and credible fiscal consolidation with the fiscal deficit at around 4.8% of GDP.

Hyderabad’s growth stands out for its simultaneous urban densification and rapid peripheral expansion, reflecting sustained demand for high-density residential and commercial development. This pattern highlights the need for possibility-oriented urbanism, where infrastructure, mobility, and utilities keep pace with city expansion.

The Survey highlights strong sectoral performance, with the Financial, Real Estate and Professional Services sector growing by 9.9% in H1 FY26, while construction recorded 7.4% growth, underscoring the multiplier impact of public capital expenditure on housing, jobs, and infrastructure.

Commenting on the Economic Survey, Mr. Jagannath Rao Bandari, President-elect, CREDAI Hyderabad, said:

“The Economic Survey captures Hyderabad’s unique growth trajectory, with both core densification and peripheral expansion progressing together. To sustain this momentum, it is critical to address constraints in land, mobility, and infrastructure through predictable regulations, contextual compliance, and trust-based governance.”

CREDAI Hyderabad aligns with the Survey’s assessment that the high cost of capital remains a key constraint and calls for risk-mitigation tools, partial credit guarantees, and improved access to long-term finance to support housing supply across segments.

Looking ahead to the Union Budget 2026, CREDAI Hyderabad expects continued emphasis on infrastructure funding and public capex to sustain 7–8% construction growth, along with expanded support for PMAY 2.0, single-window clearances, and viability gap funding for affordable housing.

On taxation for homebuyers, CREDAI Hyderabad urges further reforms including higher income-tax deductions on home loans, NPS-like tax benefits linked to housing finance, and rationalisation of stamp duties, which will enhance affordability and boost middle-class homeownership.

CREDAI Hyderabad reiterates its commitment to reform-led growth, affordable housing, and sustainable urban development, and looks forward to policies that strengthen Hyderabad’s contribution to India’s $5 trillion economy.

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