Godrej Awards Rs 11 Billion Contracts

25 May 2026 CW Team

Godrej Properties has partnered with Tata Projects for core and shell construction works across three luxury residential developments along Golf Course Road in Gurugram. The contracts, valued at approximately Rs 11 billion, mark the largest single construction contract award by Godrej Properties to date.

The projects covered under the association include Godrej Sora, Godrej Astra and Godrej Samaris. All three developments are positioned as premium luxury residential projects designed with superior architecture, high-quality construction and thoughtfully planned spaces. Godrej Samaris, an upcoming launch by Godrej Properties in Sector 53, Gurugram, will span 7.41 acre.

The collaboration marks the first partnership between Godrej Properties and Tata Projects. With over 45 years of experience, Tata Projects has delivered several major infrastructure and building projects across India, including the New Parliament Building in New Delhi, Noida International Airport and Atal Setu in Mumbai.

Sandeep Navlakhe, Chief Operating Officer, Godrej Properties, said the partnership with Tata Projects was a strategic step towards strengthening execution across key luxury developments. He added that Golf Course Road is one of India’s most competitive and quality-conscious residential markets, requiring precision, scale and consistency.

Barun Pal Chowdhury, Executive Vice President and SBU Head – Urban Spaces, Tata Projects, said the company’s expertise in sustainable and future-ready developments aligns with Godrej Properties’ vision of creating exceptional living spaces. He added that the collaboration aims to develop landmark residential projects that set new benchmarks in design, quality and liveability.

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