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Building a successful global brand in India requires far more than international reputation or premium design. According to Priya Rustogi, Leader (Managing Director) – India at LIXIL IMEA, success in the country’s competitive luxury market depends on curiosity, adaptability and the ability to earn long-term consumer trust.

With more than two decades of leadership experience across industries ranging from consumer electronics to healthcare and water technology, Rustogi believes the central question behind every business remains the same: how people interact with products in their everyday lives.

Real estate is often viewed through the lens of capital investment, land acquisition and asset valuation. However, according to Madhavi Jain, Global Head of Real Estate at Unilever, the industry today demands far more than financial expertise.

After more than two decades managing real estate portfolios across global markets, Jain believes the sector is undergoing a fundamental leadership shift. Success is no longer defined solely by transactional power or deal-making ability. Instead, modern real estate leadership requires cultural intelligence, inclusive thinking and the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders.

India’s real estate sector is often associated with land acquisition, infrastructure development and large-scale capital investments. Yet for many industry leaders, the true foundation of long-term success lies in people, leadership and purpose.

According to Dr. Ananta Singh Raghuvanshi, President – Sales & Marketing at Krisumi Corporation and Founder & Chairperson of NAREDCO Mahi, effective leadership in real estate goes beyond transactions and market performance. It revolves around building strong teams, fostering collaboration and creating a culture of respect and shared vision.

India’s home décor market is undergoing a significant transformation as rising incomes, digital commerce and changing lifestyle aspirations reshape how people design their living spaces. Estimated to be worth around $400 million, the market’s rapid evolution reflects a broader cultural shift—where homes are increasingly seen as expressions of identity, comfort and personal style rather than just functional spaces.

From metropolitan cities to emerging urban centres, Indians are investing more in interiors, furniture and décor elements that elevate everyday living.

The Rise of the Aspirational Indian Home

Women in India are increasingly playing a decisive role in the country’s premium housing market, with a growing number of female buyers opting for higher-value properties. A recent consumer sentiment study by Anarock Group highlights a sharp rise in women investing in premium homes, reflecting a broader shift in financial independence and wealth-building strategies.

According to the H2 2025 Consumer Sentiment Survey released by Anarock, the proportion of women planning to buy homes priced above ₹90 lakh has surged to 61% in 2025, compared with just 25% in 2019. The data indicates a significant transformation in investment behaviour, with women increasingly viewing real estate as a stable and long-term asset class.

There are tall buildings—and then there is the Burj Khalifa. Rising 828 metres above Dubai, the skyscraper does more than dominate the skyline. It reshaped how architects and engineers approach extreme height, structural stability and urban spectacle.

India’s real estate sector is entering a new phase of expansion, with warehousing and logistics infrastructure emerging as major growth drivers. According to a recent report by Grant Thornton Bharat titled Building India’s Growth Backbone: Warehousing Wave and InvITs, the industry is gradually moving beyond its traditional dependence on residential and office developments.

The report suggests that logistics assets, institutional investments and infrastructure-led development are increasingly shaping the next stage of the country’s real estate growth. For decades, housing projects and commercial office spaces attracted the majority of investment. However, the sector is now evolving toward a more diversified model linked closely to supply chains, manufacturing and infrastructure networks.

A major infrastructure push in North India’s Tricity region is expected to reshape mobility patterns and influence future real estate growth. Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved a ₹1,463.95 crore six-lane access-controlled greenfield spur road that will connect the Ambala–Chandigarh stretch of National Highway 205A with the Zirakpur Bypass under the larger Tricity Ring Road Project.

The project is designed to reduce traffic pressure across the interconnected urban centres of Mohali, Chandigarh, and Panchkula by diverting through-traffic away from congested urban corridors.

India’s evolving higher education reforms are beginning to create a new opportunity for the country’s real estate sector. As foreign universities prepare to establish campuses in India, demand for specialised academic infrastructure is expected to grow significantly, opening a new development segment within the property market.A joint study by Deloitte India and Knight Frank India estimates that international universities could require nearly 19 million square feet of campus space in India by 2040, highlighting the scale of opportunity for developers and investors.

India’s real estate sector continues to display strong fundamentals, supported by healthy housing demand, low unsold inventory levels, and manageable debt across developers. However, despite this operational strength, real estate stocks have struggled in the market due to investor concerns over future demand sustainability, cash flows, and margins.