MAHARERA Collabs with ASCI to Identify Non-Compliant Real Estate Developers

21 Feb 2024 CW Team

In a significant move towards enhancing transparency and accountability in the real estate sector, the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MAHARERA) has entered into a collaboration with the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI). The partnership aims to identify and address non-compliance issues among real estate developers, reinforcing regulatory measures and ensuring adherence to established standards.

The collaboration between MAHARERA and ASCI is designed to scrutinise advertising content and promotional materials used by real estate developers. By leveraging ASCI's expertise in advertising standards, the initiative seeks to identify instances of non-compliance with regulations and ethical standards within the real estate advertising space.

The partnership is expected to empower regulatory authorities to take corrective actions against developers found in violation of advertising norms. This proactive approach aligns with MAHARERA's commitment to creating a fair and transparent real estate market by holding developers accountable for accurate and responsible advertising.

As the real estate sector continues to evolve, the collaboration with ASCI provides a mechanism to ensure that consumers receive accurate and reliable information about property offerings. The initiative also contributes to the overall credibility of the real estate industry by addressing concerns related to misleading advertising and promoting a culture of responsible marketing practices.

Stakeholders, including homebuyers, real estate developers, and industry observers, will closely monitor the outcomes of this collaboration and the impact it has on promoting transparency in the real estate advertising domain. MAHARERA's partnership with ASCI is a noteworthy step in enhancing consumer protection and reinforcing ethical standards within the real estate sector in Maharashtra.

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