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India’s office boom may trigger operational readiness gap
India is seeing a surge in office space demand, with major cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR recording record leasing in 2024. However, a new analysis suggests this growth could soon expose…
The Story in Brief
India is seeing a surge in office space demand, with major cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR recording record leasing in 2024. However, a new analysis suggests this growth could soon expose a shortage of operational readiness, meaning many newly built offices may lack the necessary infrastructure, utilities, and maintenance staff to function immediately. The report by an industry body warns that developers and occupiers are racing to finish projects but neglecting long-term operational planning.
The shortage could hit companies planning expansions, especially in tech and finance. Occupiers might face delays in moving into new spaces, while developers risk higher costs if they scramble to fix gaps later. The trend mirrors past boom-bust cycles in Indian real estate, where rapid building outpaced support systems.
The Indian Opinion
The usual hype around India's office boom ignores a duller problem: buildings need more than glass facades to work. This shortage is not about lack of capital but lack of planning, security, power backup, water supply, and trained facility teams. The real test will be whether the next quarter's leasing numbers are matched by complaints about unfitted offices. If developers fix this now, the boom may last. If not, tenants will vote with their feet.
Source: dnaindia.com
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