The Indian government's interim budget for 2024-25, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1st, 2024, offered a mix of positive and negative news for real estate developers. While the budget lacked major industry-specific reforms, it did focus on affordable housing, infrastructure development, and green initiatives, which could have a long-term impact on the sector.

Boost for Affordable Housing:

1. New housing scheme for the middle class: The government announced a new scheme to help middle-income families buy or build their own homes. This could potentially increase demand for affordable housing, which is a major focus area for developers.
2. Focus on Metro Rail and NaMo Bharat: The government announced plans to expand Metro Rail and NaMo Bharat projects, which could boost demand for commercial and residential real estate in these areas.
   

Infrastructure Push for Tier 2 and 3 Cities:

1. Increased infrastructure spending: The budget allocated ₹11 lakh crore for infrastructure development, representing an 11.1% increase year-on-year. This investment in infrastructure, especially in Tier 2 and 3 cities, could create new opportunities for developers in these areas.
2. Increased allocation for PMAY: The budget allocated ₹80,671 crore for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), a significant increase from the previous year's allocation. This will provide more funding for affordable housing projects across rural and urban areas.                         
   

Green Initiatives:

1. Focus on sustainable development: The budget emphasized the need for sustainable development, which could lead to increased demand for green buildings and eco-friendly construction practices. This presents an opportunity for developers to adapt and innovate

Key Exclusions:

1.  Industry status: The real estate sector's long-standing demand for industry status should have been addressed in the budget. This could have provided tax benefits and other incentives to developers

1. Tax breaks for homebuyers: The budget did not increase the deduction limit on home loan interest under Section 24, which was a major disappointment for developers hoping to boost demand. 

Overall Impact:

1. While the interim budget did not directly address all the concerns of real estate developers, its focus on affordable housing, infrastructure development, and sustainability could positively impact the sector in the long run. However, the lack of industry status and tax breaks for homebuyers remains a concern. 

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