Vikas Jain named President of NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen

10 Jun 2025 CW Team

Vikas Jain, CEO of Labdhi Lifestyle, has been appointed President of NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen, succeeding Ridham Gada, who now serves as Vice-Chairman. Jain, a first-generation developer and turnaround specialist, aims to steer the youth wing of NAREDCO Maharashtra through a finance-driven and tech-enabled growth phase.

Under his leadership, the association will prioritise project financing, RERA compliance, technology adoption, and future-ready leadership. “It is an honour to lead NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen. This platform empowers the next generation of real estate leaders,” Jain said.

The theme for 2025–26 will centre around Finance, with focus on capital structuring, access to new financial instruments, and building credibility to attract investment. Jain stressed the need for governance, innovation, and customer-centricity.

Prashant Sharma, President, NAREDCO Maharashtra, called Jain’s appointment “pivotal for financing-led growth.” Gada added, “Vikas brings the right focus at a crucial time.”

Jain’s finance-first leadership at Labdhi Lifestyle has helped establish a strong brand in Mumbai’s real estate sector, known for quality and timely delivery.

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