The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority, MahaRERA, approved 10,379 housing projects across the state in the fiscal year 2026, reflecting a marked rise in formal registrations. The approvals were concentrated in Pune and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, which accounted for the largest share of newly registered projects. The register released by the authority indicates sustained developer activity in urban and suburban markets. The approvals cover a mix of new launches and ongoing projects under re-registration. Analysts note that concentrated approvals in Pune and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region reflect ongoing demand and project pipeline expansion in those centres. The approvals cover projects at various stages of development and are intended to bring construction under the regulatory framework administered by the authority. Registration under the authority requires developers to disclose timelines, project specifications and financial safeguards. Developers must submit timelines and compliance documents at registration to remain listed and updated regularly. The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority was established to enhance transparency and protect homebuyers through mandatory project registration and grievance redressal mechanisms. Registration enables buyers to verify project status and developer commitments before purchase and provides a legal process for resolving disputes. Developers benefit from a clearer compliance environment that standardises disclosures and project governance across the state. The framework aims to improve delivery timelines and quality control in the sector. Industry participants said the approvals will support sales and construction activity by bringing more projects into the formal oversight of the authority. The authority has indicated that monitoring of registered projects and enforcement of standards will continue to be a priority. Stakeholders are encouraged to consult the authority register for up to date information on individual projects. Buyers and lenders will be able to access compliance records and project updates through the online register maintained by the authority.