Resurfacing a 2024 move: Delhi-NCR retail leasing and rents rose as 27 million sq ft pipeline took shape

Delhi-NCR retail leasing rose 12-15% in Noida and Gurugram in 2024, while premium-mall vacancy eased to 8.3%. More than 27 million sq ft of retail development was planned across the region through 2028, supported by infrastructure projects including Jewar Airport and Dwarka Expressway.

— Filed Wed, 22 Jul, 2026, 08:06 IST · Source Financial Express · BrandWagon · Updated

Delhi-NCR retail real estate posted record 2024 leasing, lower mall vacancies and higher high-street rents. Infrastructure including Jewar Airport and Dwarka Expressway is driving Noida and Gurugram demand, with Delhi-NCR set to lead India’s retail development pipeline through 2028.

Why this matters

The signal extends recent Delhi-NCR coverage of premium-mall vacancy falling to 8.3% and a resurfaced December 2024 report on the retail pipeline exceeding 27 million sq ft through 2028.

Retail-company signals are accelerating, up +977900% QoQ.