The 17th annual convention of National Association of Realtors India (NAR-India) held in New Delhi on March 21-22 2025, served as a dynamic platform for discussions on pivotal reforms and progressive trends, with a special focus on the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act -RERA, the proposed “One Nation, One Licence” policy for brokers, and the increasing emphasis on structured certification and training programmes. The deliberations reflected NAR-India’s unwavering commitment to creating a transparent, professional, and future-ready real estate ecosystem in India.

The 2-day national convention brought together policymakers, industry stalwarts, and real estate professionals from across India. The event was inaugurated in the esteemed presence of Union Housing & Urban Affairs Minister, Manohar Lal Khattar.  In his keynote address, Mr Khattar emphasized the significant role of regulatory frameworks like RERA in building a transparent and accountable industry, adding that India’s development into a prosperous nation by 2047 hinges on a robust economic foundation, and the real estate sector, contributing nearly 18% to the GDP, will be instrumental in this journey. With continuous innovation, reforms, and skill development, this industry can grow to ₹85 lakh crore by 2030, generating employment and boosting economic strength. Gracing the closing ceremony,  the Guest of Honour , actor Divya Dutta lauded real estate community for their dedication to fulfill the people’s dreams of home ownership , inturn, contributing to India’s flagship mission of ‘Housing For All’.

The convention underscored the critical importance of education, certification, and ongoing professional development. Several discussions highlighted the need to equip real estate professionals with contemporary skills, ethical practices, and comprehensive regulatory knowledge to better meet the evolving needs of the market. Sumanth Reddy, Chairman, NAR-India shared his thoughts  stating that this year’s convention  marked another milestone in their journey towards a professionalized and transparent real estate sector in India. He emphasized that NAR-India remains committed to promoting education, advocating policy reforms, and empowering professionals to lead the way in this transformative era. Mitesh Poddar, President-Elect, APP Delhi NCR and Co-Chair of the 17th NAR-India Convention added, “

The proposed ‘One Nation, One Licence’ system is a revolutionary step for real estate professionals which will simplify processes, enhance trust, and create uniform regulations, enabling ease of doing business across different states.” Gaganpal Singh, President APP Delhi NCR and Co-Chair of the convention remarked, “While RERA has already brought significant transparency, there is an ongoing need to strengthen professional education in our field. By focusing on knowledge-building and ethical standards, we can ensure that every real estate agent is well-prepared to serve clients with integrity and professionalism.”

The two-day event also witnessed the participation of several prominent personalities, Aman Gupta, Co-founder & CMO of boAt; Sahil Kapoor of Keller Williams India; Bharath Kumar, Co-founder & CEO of ZeroCode Innovations; celebrated author Chetan Bhagat, and many others. Their valuable insights and experiences enriched the conversations, providing a comprehensive perspective on the future of Indian real estate.

The convention concluded with a special felicitation ceremony for participants of NAR-India’s national knowledge-driven training programme- Real Estate Business Management. Twenty participants from across India who successfully completed the course were awarded certificates in recognition of their achievements. This initiative reflects NAR-India’s focus on enhancing professional capabilities through structured learning and certification.