Delhi-NCR retail leasing jumps 45% in Q1 2026 as fashion and F&B chase scarce space
Delhi-NCR retail leasing rose 45% year-on-year to 0.59M sq ft in Q1 2026, leading India's top-eight cities per Cushman & Wakefield. Malls captured 64% of activity versus 36% for high streets, with NCR taking a 30% national share. Fashion and F&B occupiers drove demand amid persistent supply constraints.
Delhi-NCR retail leasing rose 45% to 0.59M sq ft in Q1 2026, leading India's top-eight cities, driven by fashion and F&B demand amid supply constraints, per Cushman & Wakefield.