Delhi-NCR retail leasing jumps 45% in Q1 2026 as fashion and F&B lead occupier demand
Delhi-NCR retail space leasing rose 45% to nearly 0.59 million sq ft in Q1 2026, topping India's eight major cities. Malls captured 64% of demand versus 36% for high streets, with fashion and F&B driving interest despite supply constraints. Top-eight leasing overall fell 10% to 1.95 million sq ft.
Delhi-NCR retail leasing rose 45% to nearly 0.59 million sq ft in Q1 2026, leading India's top eight cities. Fashion and F&B drove demand amid supply constraints, though overall top-eight leasing fell 10%.