The real estate sector has received much-awaited relief as the Central Government has permitted a four-month extension under the force majeure provision for registered real estate projects facing completion deadlines on or after February 28, 2026.

On July 31, 2026, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs issued an advisory regarding the extension of registration validity and completion timelines of real estate projects impacted by force majeure events under the provisions of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA).

The Ministry has advised all Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (RERAs) to issue necessary orders extending the validity of project registrations and completion timelines by four months for eligible projects where the date of completion, revised completion, or extended completion falls on or after February 28, 2026.

Under Section 6 of RERA, project registration timelines may be extended in case of force majeure events, including extraordinary situations such as war or similar disruptions beyond the control of developers. To ensure ease of implementation and avoid individual applications from promoters, RERA authorities may issue a general order or direction granting the extension to all eligible projects.

The decision comes after concerns raised by the real estate industry regarding the impact of the West Asia conflict, which disrupted supply chains, affected the availability of skilled construction workers, and increased pressure on project costs due to fluctuations in the prices of key construction materials.

Industry associations and stakeholders had been seeking regulatory support, highlighting that these challenges were external factors beyond the control of developers and required a practical approach to ensure uninterrupted execution and timely delivery of housing projects.

Commenting on the development, Dinesh Gupta, President, CREDAI Western UP, said, “CREDAI Western UP welcomes the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs’ advisory recommending that Real Estate Regulatory Authorities consider granting a four-month extension to eligible real estate projects under the Force Majeure provisions of RERA. This is a timely and pragmatic intervention in view of the severe disruption to global supply chains arising from the ongoing West Asia conflict, which has led to shortages of key construction materials, escalation in input costs and consequent delays in project execution. The advisory provides much-needed relief to the sector by enabling developers to better manage these unprecedented challenges while safeguarding project delivery. We are confident that its implementation by the respective RERA Authorities will help ease financial stress, maintain construction momentum and ultimately protect the interests of both developers and homebuyers.”

Geetanjali Khanna, MD, Rearco Pvt Ltd, said, “The shortage of construction workers, coupled with the increased cost of key raw materials, significantly impacted both project costs and construction timelines. Recognizing the extraordinary challenges faced by developers during this period, the Central Government’s decision to grant an additional timeline for project completion is a welcome and timely measure. This extension will provide much-needed relief to promoters, enabling them to align construction progress with the current on-ground realities and complete their projects in a planned and efficient manner while fulfilling their commitments to homebuyers.”

Lt. Col. Ashwani Nagpal, COO, Diligent Builders, said, “The extension of the project completion timeline by the Central Government is a welcome and much-needed relief for the real estate sector. The prolonged disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict led to a shortage of skilled construction workers and a sharp increase in the prices of several key building materials, placing considerable pressure on both project costs and delivery schedules. This decision will enable promoters to recalibrate construction plans, manage resources more efficiently, and maintain quality standards without undue pressure.”

Suresh Garg, CMD, Nirala  World, said, “We welcome the government’s four-month extension, a timely intervention that will significantly boost the real estate sector amid challenges triggered by the Middle East conflict. The ongoing situation has caused severe scarcity of essential building materials, leading to widespread construction delays and sharp price escalations. This relief measure enables developers to better navigate supply chain disruptions and mounting cost pressures. By easing project timelines and reducing financial strain, the move is expected to stabilize the market during this critical recovery period. The extension offers much-needed breathing space, allowing the industry to adjust to evolving conditions while maintaining momentum on ongoing and upcoming developments.”

Shailendra Sharma, Chairman, Renox Group, said, “In the long run, this extension of 4 months will provide developers with the much-needed flexibility to restore construction momentum, effectively manage resources, and maintain quality standards while ensuring regulatory compliance. Most importantly, it will enable promoters to honor their commitments to homebuyers by delivering projects in a more structured and sustainable manner. Such policy interventions strengthen confidence in the sector and reinforce the Government’s commitment to facilitating timely completion of housing projects.”

Himanshu Garg, Director, RG Group, said, “Construction schedules for several projects have been impacted by disruptions in the supply of construction materials and steadily rising costs, driven by the situation in West Asia. In this context, the Central Government’s initiative brings significant relief. The additional four-month window will facilitate project completion while ensuring quality standards are maintained. This will alleviate financial pressure on developers and yield positive results regarding the timely handover of projects to buyers. We extend our gratitude to the Central Government for this move.”

Rakesh Singhal, Founder, Shri KB Group, said, “This advisory from the central government is a positive and timely step for the real estate sector; we welcome it. The situation in West Asia has impacted the global supply chain, thereby affecting the pace of several projects. A four-month extension will provide developers with the opportunity to complete projects more effectively while also safeguarding the interests of homebuyers. We hope that all state RERA authorities will implement this advisory promptly.”