The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has issued an advisory asking all State Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (RERAs) to grant a four-month extension to eligible real estate projects affected by recent global supply chain disruptions. The advisory, issued on July 31, 2026, cites the ongoing West Asia situation as a Force Majeure event that has disrupted the availability of construction materials and delayed project execution.
The Ministry referred to a Finance Ministry memorandum issued on April 29, 2026, which treated 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 can be extended in such circumstances.
According to the advisory, State RERAs have been requested to extend the registration and completion timelines of projects whose original, revised or extended completion dates fall on or after February 28, 2026. The extension will be applicable for four months.
Commenting on the development, 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."
To simplify the process, the Ministry has also suggested that State RERAs issue a single common order covering all eligible projects instead of asking developers to submit separate applications for each project.
The move is expected to provide relief to developers facing delays due to shortages of key construction materials while helping ensure projects are completed without unnecessary regulatory hurdles. Industry experts believe the advisory will also benefit homebuyers by allowing projects impacted by circumstances beyond developers' control to move forward under a clear regulatory framework.
