DOCSLIB.ORG

ET Pg1 New.Qxd (Page 2)

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
ET Pg1 New.Qxd (Page 2) Recognizing LUXURY REALTY LEADERS An Advertorial & Real Estate Promotional Feature WWM AND OMS INITIATIVE, THE ECONOMIC TIMES, MUMBAI, PUNE AND AHMEDABAD THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2016 Powered By ET Panache EMINENT JURY Eminent leaders in luxury realty were handed trophies Kalhan Mattoo, Director, Planet 3 Studios for their achievements he TRENDS Realty TTitans presented by the Economic Times recognises upcoming real es- tate properties that are set to lead and define the realty sec- tor in India. It acknowledges and applauds influencers in this sector and applauds realty brands that have shown excel- lence in this field. The TRENDS Realty Titans initiative is by Home & Design TRENDS magazine in collab- oration with Economic Times. Raseel Gujral, Owner, Casa Paradox Published by Worldwide Media (Times Group), Home & Design TRENDS is India's premier architecture and de- sign magazine. Aimed at de- sign enthusiasts and the de- sign community,this high-end publication has a pulse on the most contemporary and new trends in architecture, home decor and modern design. The Economic Times, pub- Stage branding at the Economic Times TRENDS Realty Titans Celebrity Guest Sophie Chowdhury graced the evening lished by Bennett, Coleman & Co. is available in over 12 Indian cities and is the world's second most widely read English language newspaper Mrityunjay Kapur, Partner & National after the Wall Street Journal. Head of Risk Consulting, KPMG THE SELECTION Redefining living PROCESS The Indian realty sector was invited to submit upcoming and new projects in the resi- TRENDS Realty Titans, presented by dential sector.These projects were then rated by a stellar The Economic Times, recognises and an eminent jury - leaders spaces and trailblazers of the corpo- extraordinary Realty projects in India rate, architecture & design, and fashion fraternity of India. ABOUT TRENDS: Many thanks to our judges: Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla Originally a brand from (Fashion Designers), Raseel New Zealand, TRENDS Simone Arora, Founder SIMONE & D’décor Gujral (Owner,Casa Paradox), is published in 15 coun- Kalhan Mattoo (Director, tries across the globe. Planet 3 Studios), Mrityunjay Home & Design TRENDS Kapur (Partner & National was introduced in India Head of Risk Consulting, KPMG), Simone Arora in 2010 by Worldwide (Founder SIMONE & Media (WWM), a part of D’décor), Shashank Jain the Times of India (Partner & India Real Estate Group. With a focus on Deals Leader,PwC India) and architecture and interior Reza Kabul (Director, ARK design, the magazine Architects). stays true to its name and highlights the global as PARAMETERS well as the national sce- nario in design along Keynote address by Kalhan Mattoo Each submission and proj- with presenting the best Reza Kabul, Director, ARK Architects ect was rated on certain pa- of luxury projects across rameters by the jury.These The soon-to-be released TRENDS Realty Titans Coffee Table the world. Kalhan Mattoo speaks were: Book cover on the emergence of the ● Design Innovation: Real Estate Industry n an effort to recognise brands LIST OF FELICITATIONS ❖ Acme Oasis by Acme Group Projects that highlight a di- that are set to define the real- ❖ Rustomjee Elements verse material pallate, design ur industry contributes significantly to Ity sector in India, Home & LUXURY LIVING by Rustomjee “Othe GDP of the country. It’s very close innovation, or an out-of-the- Design TRENDS held a felicita- ❖ Priviera by Oberoi Realty ❖ Kohinoor Square by box or a novel approach, to what IT does, though IT gets much sexier tion ceremony to commend the ❖ Dheeraj Del Sol by Dheeraj Kohinoor news than we ever do. Our industry employs homes that exhibit innovative leaders in real estate. Cited as the Realty and varied use of technology. AMENITIES people in numbers second only to the TRENDS Realty Titans, the prop- ❖ Acme Boulevard by Acme agriculture industry. It has got a lot more ●Amenities: Facilities, recre- ❖ erty was put together Group Rustomjee Oriana by ability in terms of moving the economy. I ational areas designed within by Home & Design ❖ Ariisto Sommet Rustomjee ❖ think its always punched under its weight. It’s the property. For eg: Pools, TRENDS, published by Ariisto Realtors Tara City by Shivtara about time our industry wakes up and clubs, spas, lounge areas, ban- by Worldwide Media, ❖ Raj Grandeur by Properties realises it can really pull the punches when it quets, etc. and presented by The Rajesh LifeSpaces FAMILY FOCUS comes to getting government to look at policy ● Luxury Quotient: Factors Economic Times. ❖ Eternia by in a different way. ❖ Shashank Jain, Partner & India Real or spaces that take the overall The felicitation cere- Kakade Group Rustomjee Paramount by It’s important for the industry to wake up Estate Deals Leader, PwC India living experience a notch mony was held on Thursday, Rustomjee and know what it is about, and not really be higher. March 17, 2016 at the Four QUALITY OF LIFE pushed around by every government that Seasons Hotel in Mumbai. ❖ HIGH RISE ● Family Focus: Spaces or Esquire by Oberoi Realty comes and gives a new set of rules. Frankly, Actress and singer Sophie ❖ ❖ Siesta at Ariisto factors that allow for a better Dheeraj Equest by I’m amazed that large projects that could be Choudry and a senior represen- Heaven by Ariisto Realtors and enhanced family living. Dheeraj Realty significantly important to the development of tative of Worldwide Media, un- ❖ For eg: jogging tracks, play ar- Acme Ozone by the country are stuck for some reason or the veiled the first look of the cover Acme Group DESIGN INNOVATION eas for children, community ❖ other… We talk about smart cities when our of the soon-to-be-launched Voyage to the Stars basic needs are not fulfilled… So that’s the park, etc. TRENDS Realty Titans coffee VALUE FOR MONEY by Acropolis Purple Developers ● Quality of life: Extra problem. We’ve not understood what we’re table book in the presence of real ❖ Dheeraj Liv Smart by dealing with here, and I hope that this room, spaces like balconies, estate leaders such Rustomjee, Dheeraj Realty INTEGRATED TOWNSHIP storage spaces, dry areas, ❖ which has so many accomplished and capable Shapoorji Pallonji, Lodha Group ❖ Tara Athena by DSK Dream City by people sitting here, understands the context which add to the experience of and Oberoi Realty. With key Shivtara Properties DSK Group the living quarters. in which we are doing this and that this room speeches by a senior representa- ❖ Mantra Moments by becomes an echo chamber for the concerns ● Green Living: Green and tive of Worldwide Media and Mantra Properties LIFESTYLE ICONS ❖ that I’ve raised. I hope that in celebrating environment-friendly fea- Director of Planet 3 Studios, The Imperial Edge by architecture, in celebrating construction in tures in a project. Kalhan Mattoo, the evening DESIGN INNOVATION Shapoorji Pallonji ❖ its present form, we also celebrate our ability culminated with cocktails and ❖ Acme Avenue by The World Towers by to get things done our way.” Abu Jani, Fashion Designer dinner. Acme Group Lodha Group ET Edge View >> The TRENDS Realty Titans honours excellence in Indian real estate – An overview the Indian real estate sector. In Greek mythology the he real estate industry occupies The residential segment in India con- about 18.7 million in 2012. Thus, India dential accommodation. titans were immensely a position of prime importance tributes to about 80 per cent to the real needs to develop almost 45-50 million The sector has been a major benefi- powerful and influential Tin the story of India’s develop- estate sector. Reports also suggest that housing units by 2028. ciary of the strong economic growth beings of prodigious size, ment. The skyrocketing urban popu- Indian cities need to develop at-least After agriculture and manufactur- witnessed in India since the year 2000. strength and achievement. lation is already equivalent to the two million houses annually to meet ing, the construction industry is the The growth in the sector, supported Through this initiative, we combined populations of USA and the growing population. The actual third largest contributor to the coun- by series of reforms, has not only re- applaud such real estate UK, with 10 million people moving in number could be much higher as it does try’s GDP,and still growing. It is be- sulted in significant residential and brands whose power and to Indian cities each year.This leaves not include push in demand from re-de- lieved that by 2020, the Indian real es- commercial real estate, but also com- influence has pushed growth India poised to become a leading des- velopment and shrinking size of house- tate market will touch the 180 billion plemented the development of physi- in the realty sector. tination for real estate globally in the holds. It should be noted that there was USD mark, complementing the grow- cal and social infrastructure of the Sandeep Khosla, Fashion Designer coming years. a housing shortage in the country of ing demand for office space and resi- country..
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Only a Special Brand of Humour Can Make a Daily Sitcom Tick on Merrily for 2,000 Episodes and After
    September 1-15, 2016 Volume 5, Issue 6 `100 TAARAK MEHTA KA OOLTAH CHASHMAH LAUGH LINES Only a special brand of humour can make a daily sitcom tick on merrily for 2,000 episodes and after. What else lies behind this success story? From left: Anooj Kapoor, Asit Kumarr Modi and N P Singh Subscriber copy not for resale Subscriber copy not 6 16 8 PLUS DOVE No Rhyme, Only Reason 12 TITAN Time Machine 14 IKEA NESCAFE MYNTRA CHING’S SECRET Big Move 17 New Cup of Resolve Breaking the Stereotype High Stakes Gameplan GUEST ARTICLE The coffee brand’s ad is back Ethnic wear brand Anouk A big budget ad film with 23 with a warm-up session. paints a new picture. some big names on board. Kopal Doshi editorial This fortnight... Volume 5, Issue 6 EDITOR f you are looking for persistence-leads-to-success stories, they don’t come better Sreekant Khandekar I than this. PUBLISHER September 1-15, 2016 Volume 5, Issue 6 `100 Prasanna Singh TAARAK MEHTA KA OOLTAH CHASHMAH Fourteen years ago, when he first set out visiting broadcasters with script in hand, EXECUTIVE EDITOR Ashwini Gangal LAUGH LINES Asit Kumarr Modi, head of production house Neela Telefilms, was laughed out of Only a special brand of humour can make a daily sitcom tick on merrily PRODUCTION EXECUTIVE for 2,000 episodes and after. What the studios. They wouldn’t touch a script - that did not have television’s staple diet else lies behind this success story? Andrias Kisku of family intrigue or tragedy - with a barge pole.
    [Show full text]
  • Research Paper Impact Factor: 4.729 Refereed, Listed & Indexed IJBARR
    Research Paper IJBARR Impact Factor: 4.729 E- ISSN -2347-856X Refereed, Listed & Indexed ISSN -2348-0653 CELEBRITY ENDORSEMENT MARKETING: AN OVERVIEW OF INDIAN SCENARIO G.Poornima PhD (Full-Time –Commerce) Research Scholar, PG and Research Department of Commerce, Salem Sowdeswari College, Salem, Tamilnadu. Abstract In the present scenario of information explosion, advertisement and media power, the celebrities plays a major role in changing customer perception about brands. Endorsement is a channel of brand communication in which a celebrity acts the brand's spokesperson and certifies the brand's claim and position by extending his/her personality, popularity, stature in the society or expertise in the field to the brand. Celebrity Endorsement is a billion dollar industry today with companies signing deal with film stars, sports persons, entertainers, politician and other celebrities hoping that they can make their brand stand out in this competitive era. Celebrity endorsement has become an essential part of today's advertisement world especially in the brand sector. The study reveals the celebrity endorsement marketing: An overview of Indian scenario, identify the factors increasing the effectiveness of celebrity endorsement and the brand sectors using celebrities for marketing a product or services. In this present study celebrity endorsement creates the great brand awareness for new brands in marketing. Key words: Brand, Celebrity, Endorsement, Marketing and Advertising. Introduction Celebrities are involved in endorsing activities since late nineteenth century. The advent of celebrity endorsements in advertising in India began when Hindi film and TV stars as well as sportspersons began encroaching on a territory that was, until then, the exclusive domain of models3.
    [Show full text]
  • Indian-Luxury-Top-50-Women Final
    O Most Powerful Women of 2020 Prologue espite the global instability and slump “People are in the Indian economy, the Indian luxury industry is fighting hard to survive looking for and make profits. Over the past few authentic months, Indian luxury leaders have D observed that a consumer’s idea of luxury has experiences evolved. He/she is opting for holistic experiences – whether it’s and just a brand name is not lure-worthy any longer. Take, for example, the F&B industry—people vacations, travel want to know if the ingredients are indigenous, or products” if the food items are organic or gluten-free and what are the safety measures implemented by the restaurant. The meaning of luxury has changed and the They want to indulge, but are looking for guilt-free new-age customers are looking for something that indulgence. Companies are coming up with newer is truly unique and personalised, be it a traditional and unique services and products to offer. Take, for Pichwai painting or a piece of handcrafted jewellery or example, Deepika Gehani, who collaborated with an organic Ayurvedic skincare product. Satya Paul to give the good old sari a new avatar or To celebrate the growth of this niche industry, Khushi Singh, who has redefined luxury weddings. we at LuxeBook, have curated a list of 50 feisty and R ajshree Pathy has noted that people are looking confident women thought leaders, who have stood for authentic experiences – whether it’s vacations, out in the ever-changing luxe market. travel or products. Millennials, the new luxury Let’s raise a toast to these fabulous ladies! consumers, are looking for elegance in products and services; which comes from the highest level of craftsmanship and extensively researched materials, says designer Ritu Kumar.
    [Show full text]
  • Lodha Meridian Broucher FINAL AW PART 1
    Sales Office Lodha Meridian, Eden Square, Off KPHB Road, Near HITEC City MMTS Station, Hyderabad 500072 Corporate Office Lodha Excelus, N.M. Joshi Marg, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai 400 011 T: +91 - 22 2302 4400 F: +91 - 22 2300 0693 www.lodhagroup.com Life today takes us across borders. Whether it’s a quick business trip to Europe or a family getaway to an island off Indonesia, we're constantly exposed to new cultures, cuisines and ways of living. We learn to take some of the comforts for granted and gradually get used to the many luxuries experienced along the way. Mundane residential genericism has always put a dampener on returning home. Until now, that is. The International way of life has landed here. A luxurious headquarters for today’s global citizens. WELCOME TO LODHA MERIDIAN. At the heart of the emerging new business centre of Hyderabad, these twin, thirty-storey towers fuse beautiful façades with a generous dose of public space, thanks to the architects’ innovative approach to construction. The various units, including two and three-bed apartments, are intricately planned, with strict attention to quality materials and a wise space allocation that conveniently adapts to contemporary living needs. The bedrooms are ample, the kitchens are spacious, the amenities are aplenty, and the life within raises the bar in one of the most elegant areas of the city. A CONTEMPORARY LIVING SPACE. SET IN A STYLISHLY MODERN LOCATION. Lodha Meridian is located in the city’s most energetic and sought-after new area – Eden Square. It’s just minutes away from HITEC City and within close proximity to social hubs like Jubilee Hills and Banjara Hills.
    [Show full text]
  • A Review of the Indian Private Equity Sector and Developments in 2016
    Private equity review – 2016 A review of the Indian private equity sector and developments in 2016 February 2017 KPMG.com/in © 2017 KPMG, an Indian Registered Partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. Table of contents Foreword 1 India expected to be the fastest growing developing economy in 2017 7 Big ticket investments and key trends in 2016 8 Exits gain traction Certain sectors are expected to witness a rise in activity 14 due to economic reforms 18 Policy step up likely to lead to more investments Road ahead 21 for the PE/VC industry in India 22 About KPMG in India’s Private Equity Group 23 © 2017 KPMG, an Indian Registered Partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. 01 Foreword The Private Equity Group at KPMG in India is happy to share • As we moved from Q3 to Q4 2016, there was a healthy with you the ‘Private Equity Review –2016’. This publication pipeline of investments and notwithstanding the seeks to encapsulate the key investments, exits and trends demonetisation of the INR500 and INR1,000 currency seen in the Indian private equity (PE) and venture capital notes announced by the Union Government on 8 (VC) space during 2016. November 2016 (‘demonetisation’), Q4 finished strongly with PE/ VC investments adding up to USD4.8 billion At an overall level, PE/VC investments in 2016 slowed down when compared to the record levels seen in 2015.
    [Show full text]
  • Lodha Imperia Brochure 12 July 16 Pages
    THE SUMMIT OF SUCCESS Site Address: Lodha Imperia, 2 Tank Road, Off LBS Marg, Bhandup (W), Mumbai - 400078 | www.lodhagroup.com Corporate Office: Lodha Excelus, N.M. Joshi Marg, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai 400 011, India. T +91 22 2302 4400. Lodha Imperia presents “Life at the Summit” Select ready to move in apartments Crafted to perfection, for the discerning few. It is often said, the best things in life come to those who wait. We understood and have saved the best for last. It’s time. To celebrate your success. And what better celebration than the perfect home? A home you’ll be proud to call your own: Lodha Imperia. An address that celebrates your success – in the heart of Bhandup, yet above it all. A contemporary tower with only two super-spacious, air conditioned residences per floor, and a lifestyle others can only dream of. A rooftop clubhouse with its own pool and a gym with 3600 views of the city. Go ahead, let the world know you’ve arrived. Designed for higher living. This magnificent 42 storey tower offers elegant 2 ½ and 3 BHK apartments. From the architectural planning to the smallest comfort,every little detail has been carefully thought out to give you an unparalleled living experience. The living room. Every home will impress you with its sheer living space. Our high rise apartments indulge your senses and pamper you with unrestrained luxury. Hold court in the lavish super-sized living room, where the wide screen image on your plasma panel is rivalled only by the sunrise view from your open-air deck.
    [Show full text]
  • Unrated Ipo Note
    Antony waste handling cell limited Wealth Management MACROTECH DEVELOPERS LIMITED UNRATED IPO NOTE 06-April-21 Issue Key Highlights: Price*: Rs.483 - Rs.486 Issue Opens: 07-April-2021 Issue Size: Rs 2500 Cr. Issue Close: 09-April-2021 *Anchor Investor Bidding date shall be 6-April-21 No of Sh. at No of Sh. Higher Business Overview: Macrotech Developers Limited (“Macrotech Developers”) was Lower band higher price at lower band Particulars % age Amount incorporated as ‘Lodha Developers Private Limited’ on September 25, 1995. Macrotech band price Amount (Rs. Cr) Developers is the largest real estate developer in India, by residential Sales value for (Cr) band(Cr) (Rs. Cr) the financial years 2014 to 2020. The Lodha group has been involved in the real estate QIB* 2.541 2.557 50% 1235.0 1235.0 business since 1986. Further, the company is led by Abhishek M. Lodha, the Managing Non-Inst. 0.762 0.767 15% 370.5 370.5 Director and Chief Executive Officer. They have a leadership team of experienced Retail 1.779 1.790 35% 864.5 864.5 professionals, with relevant functional expertise across different industries, who are Employee 0.062 0.062 30.0 30.0 instrumental in implementing their business strategies. They commenced their Total Issue 5.144 5.176 100% 2500.0 2500.0 operations in Mumbai, developing affordable housing projects in the suburbs of Mumbai, and later diversified into other segments and regions in the MMR and Pune. Issue Details: Their core business is residential real estate developments with a focus on affordable Industry Real Estate and mid-income housing.
    [Show full text]
  • E T E R N I S E T E R N
    E T E R N I S You're reclining under a white canopy, protected from the bustle of the of the city. A Garden The sound of birds chirping enhances the occasional rustle of leaves and the quiet Paradise murmur of water. Mind and body at peace, you open your eyes. As your spirit lifts at the sight of Nature in all her abundance, you savour the joy of knowing that this expanse of lush green is yours to have whenever you choose. Because you are not in a remote resort or forest sanctuary. You are in Lodha Eternis, your private retreat, your personal paradise, your home. Extending over 80,000 sq.ft. spectacularly landscaped square feet, Lodha Eternis is a planned luxury development on a scale never seen before, a lavish oasis in the bustling suburb of Andheri East. With spacious luxury residences ensconced in this unique garden environment, Lodha Eternis is designed to be much more than a place to live. It is a haven, a soothing, renewing experience, a source of infinite well-being and serenity. Exuding peace, natural beauty and impeccable style, replete with world-class amenities and fabulous luxuries, Lodha Eternis offers you the life you've always wanted. Lodha Eternis. Because some things are eternal. When Sitetectonix of Singapore, the world’s leading landscape designers, set out to Quiet pools. create a unique environment, the result can Lush greenery. be nothing less than spectacular. Having won awards and acclaim globally, Sitetectonix brings to Lodha Eternis the same Private brilliant design and unmatched execution that graces its other landmark projects - pavilions.
    [Show full text]
  • Lodha Codename 18Th Avenue
    https://www.propertywala.com/lodha-codename-18th-avenue-thane Lodha Codename 18th Avenue - Dombivli, Tha… 1, 2 BHK Apartment For Sale in Mumbai Lodha Group is going to launch spacious project "Lodha Codename 18th Avenue" in ideal location of Palava, Dombivali, Thane,Mumbai Project ID : J919000271 Builder: Lodha Group Properties: Apartments / Flats Location: Lodha Codename 18th Avenue,Palava City, Dombivli, Thane (Maharashtra) Completion Date: Dec, 2017 Status: Started Description Lodha Codename 18th Avenue is upcoming residential project by Lodha Group which is leading name in the Real Estate market Mumbai. It has two dimensional profile and has launched numerous projects in the field of Commercial and Residential building. Lodha codename 18th Avenue is available in prime location of Palava in the eastern part of Mumbai and close proximity to Dombivali, Thane, Navi Mumbai. The Project Spread over 4000 acres land and has been designed to offer an elegant lifestyle to its inhabitants. The project provides spacious and well-constructed 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom flats that has been master planned by urban planners from all around the world. It is none of the most awaited residential project by the Lodha Group. Lodha Codename 18th Avenue is a lavish project that redefines luxury and lavishness. Type - 1BHK, 2BHK Apartments Size - 729 - 1062 Sq. Ft. Location - Palava, Dombivali, Mumbai Price - 1BHK - 43 Lacs Onwards & 2BHK - 49 Lacs Onwards Amenities Summer Camp with Arsenal Soccer School Swimming Pool Yoga and Meditation Room Homecoming with Amitabh Bachchan Amphitheatre Football Ground Senior Citizen Sit Outs Shiamak Davar Dance Classes Spa and Jacuzzi Tennis Court Indoor Games Room Intercom Facility Basketball Court Children’s Play Area Concierge Facility 24x7 Security Location Advantage The Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is an hour’s drive via NH 8.
    [Show full text]
  • Lodha Group Launches 'The Reserve' at Lodha Belmondo
    PRESS RELEASE Lodha Group launches ‘The Reserve’ at Lodha Belmondo ~Endorsed by Deepika Padukone for its rich lifestyle and luxurious offerings ~ Conceptualized as finest luxury weekend homes in a river side golf-based development – first in India ~ Bringing together world-renowned partners Greg Norman and Christopher Charles Benninger for the first time in the region Mumbai, 30 May, 2016: Expanding its footprint in the weekend homes offerings, Lodha Group, India’s No.1 real estate developer, has launched ‘The Reserve’. Set within the 100-acre luxury resort of Lodha Belmondo, on the banks of the Pavana river, The Reserve is an exclusive gated enclave with 28 villas and 6 residential towers, all commanding spectacular golf course views and offering the impeccable hospitality of a private members’ club. Bringing world-renowned partners for the first time to the region, The Reserve at Lodha Belmondo offers luxurious 3 & 4 bed residences starting 1.6 cr and Sky Duplexes and Golf Villas starting 5.5 cr. The development is strategically located on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. A short drive from Lonavala or Pune, and a breezy 2 hour drive from Mumbai, The Reserve is easy to reach, yet reassuringly private and secluded. Residences at The Reserve, designed by world-renowned architect, Christopher Charles Benninger, offer extravagant views of a 45-acre golf course, 90-acre of lush green open spaces, Pavana River and Sahyadari mountains. The 9-hole golf course designed by the legendary golfer Greg Norman, exceeds global standards, enabling gradations from easy to moderate to challenging, and an opportunity to experience the finest professional equipment and training facilities.
    [Show full text]
  • Amitabh Bachchan Hands Over Keys to New Palava Citizens
    ‘First citizen’ Amitabh Bachchan hands over keys to new Palava citizens Lodha Group’s Palava City hands over possession of ~400 flats Follows strong launch success which saw over 4,200 bookings in under one month March 10th, 2014, Mumbai: ‘Palava’, the rapidly growing sister-city to Mumbai developed by the Lodha Group, on Sunday crossed an important milestone with approximately 400 families taking possession of new flats at a function hosted by world renowned star and acting legend Amitabh Bachchan, First Citizen of Palava. Amitabh Bachchan – as the honorary first citizen – also accepted the ‘Key to the City’, and welcomed the new citizens of Palava. Speaking at the event, Abhinandan Lodha – Deputy Managing Director, Lodha Group, said: “This is an important, joyous occasion. We are very pleased to hand over possession to nearly 400 families in just one day – a remarkable achievement in itself, and have the honour of having Mr Amitabh Bachchan welcome these new citizens of Palava to their new homes. The handing over of such a large number of homes in one day exemplifies our commitment to providing world- class living in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) to large number of families. “Palava was inspired by the best that global cities have to offer, and step by step we are seeing this vision come to life. With new families moving in everyday, a world-class ICSE school, a golf course and two club houses already operational – Palava is transforming into a dynamic community where a world class quality of life is matched only by the opportunities that surround it.” Speaking to fellow citizens at the event, Amitabh Bachchan said, “I am very fortunate that I am associated with Palava city.
    [Show full text]
  • PROJECT REPORT CODENAME BLOCKBUSTER by Lodha, Godhbunder Road
    PROJECT REPORT CODENAME BLOCKBUSTER by Lodha, Godhbunder Road ABOUT THE Ghodbunder Road (abb. G.B. Road) also known as State Highway no 42, is a major road NEIGHBOURHOOD: that connects the main city with Thane district. It joins to the Western Express Highway (W.E Highway) from the north which extends to become National Highway no. 8 ending in Gujrat. It connects to Eastern Express (E.E Highway) Highway become National Highway No 3 in the south. Thanks to its infrastructure links, this road has recently has become a focus region for major real estate development and has one of the prime real estate destinations of Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Areas like Kasarvadavli, Bhayanderpada and Ovala are connected from the north to the main city. The area is also served by city mass rapid transport system and city bus services. UPCOMING • A new creek bridge is proposed over Thane Creek between Thane and Kalwa in Thane INFRASTRUCTURE: Municipal limits. This development would increase the connectivity of the region. • A metro line extending from Wadala to Thane via Ghatkopar has been planned by MMRDA. This project when completed would increase the connectivity and ease the difficulties faced by the commuters. The construction works for these lines is expected to commence soon as it has received approvals from the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and MMRDA chief Mr Devendra Fadnavis. The project has a total length of 31 Kms and 24 underground and 6 elevated stations. Covering Ghatkopar and Thane, it is planned to start at Wadala and end Kasarwadavli. [1] • The area has water front development protects and Local Rail Transit (LRT) proposed.
    [Show full text]