No annual Rera reports in 75% of states: Forum
Times of India
by DIPAK K DASHFebruary 14, 2026
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Over 75% of state Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (RERAs) in India have either never published annual reports, stopped updating them, or failed to adhere to statutory obligations despite clear directions from the housing and urban affairs ministry. This revelation comes from a report released by the Forum for Protection of Consumer’s Earnings (FPCE), highlighting a systemic failure in transparency and accountability within the real estate sector. The availability of updated annual reports is critical as they provide detailed insights into project completion status, execution details of refunds, possession, and compensation orders, which are essential for assessing the credibility of the system.
The FPCE report, released on February 13, analyzed 21 RERAs across states. It found that seven states, including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Goa, have never published a single annual report since the implementation of RERA. Additionally, nine states such as Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana, which initially published reports, have discontinued the practice. This lack of reporting undermines efforts to track progress in the real estate sector and holds significant implications for both homebuyers and policymakers.
The absence of credible data has far-reaching consequences. Homebuyers rely on these reports to assess the credibility of the system and make informed decisions. Moreover, state and central governments need this information to frame effective policies, design incentivization schemes, and develop tax frameworks. FPCE president Abhay Upadhyay emphasized that without reliable data proving improvements in project delivery, fairness, and compliance, efforts to reform the sector are ineffective. He stressed that regulators failing to follow the law themselves weaken their authority and embolden builders, ultimately undermining the system's integrity.
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/14/2026