The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has issued an advisory directing all State Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (RERAs) to grant a four-month extension to eligible real estate projects impacted by recent global supply chain disruptions linked to the ongoing West Asia situation.
The advisory, issued on July 31, 2026, recognizes the disruption as a Force Majeure event that has significantly affected the availability of essential construction materials, resulting in project delays across the real estate sector.
The Ministry referred to the Finance Ministry’s memorandum dated April 29, 2026, which classified the West Asia situation as a “war” for the purpose of invoking the Force Majeure clause. Under Section 6 of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA), project registrations may be extended when delays arise due to circumstances beyond the control of developers.
According to the advisory, the extension will apply to projects whose original, revised, or previously extended completion dates fall on or after February 28, 2026. Eligible projects will receive a four-month extension to their registration and completion timelines.
To simplify implementation and reduce administrative burden, the Ministry has also recommended that State RERAs issue a single common order covering all eligible projects instead of requiring developers to submit individual extension applications for each project.
Welcoming the move, Mr. Pradeep Aggarwal, Founder and Chairman, Signature Global (India) Ltd., said:
“We wholeheartedly welcome this pragmatic and timely advisory from the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs. The recent global supply chain disruptions stemming from the West Asia situation have posed unprecedented, unforeseen challenges for the entire real estate sector, severely impacting the availability of critical construction materials. By invoking the Force Majeure clause and granting a four-month extension, the Government has demonstrated remarkable foresight and a deep understanding of on-ground realities. This crucial relief safeguards the industry from external shocks, allowing us to navigate these shortages without compromising on quality. Above all, it reinforces our ability to stay focused on our primary goal: delivering exceptional projects and fulfilling our promises to our valued homebuyers.”
Industry experts believe the advisory will provide significant regulatory relief to developers facing construction delays caused by material shortages while ensuring projects continue under a transparent and consistent framework. The move is also expected to benefit homebuyers by enabling delayed projects to progress without unnecessary procedural hurdles, helping maintain confidence in the housing sector.
