Mahindra Lifespaces – HDFC Capital affordable housing platform launches its 1st project

Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd has announced the launch of ‘Happinest – Palghar’ – the first affordable housing project to be undertaken by a joint platform between the Company and HDFC Capital Affordable Real Estate Fund-1. Happinest – Palghar comprises around 850 thoughtfully designed apartments and community spaces on over 8 acres, with prices ranging from RS 8 lakhs to Rs 24 lakhs.

Anita Arjundas, Managing Director, Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd., said, “The Affordable Housing segment is a key focus area for Mahindra Lifespaces, and will play an important role in our development journey.  We are delighted to kick-start 2018 with the launch of Happinest – Palghar, the first of multiple affordable housing projects envisioned under our joint venture with HDFC Capital.  Strategic locations, good connectivity and value for money products will be important determinants for our affordable housing projects.”

Vipul Roongta, CEO, HDFC Capital Advisors Ltd, said, “HDFC Capital is committed to partnerships with trusted real estate brands, with good track record of development and delivery, and a long-term view of affordable housing.  Right-location, customer-focused projects such as Happinest – Palghar are the need of the hour, and will create sustainable value for home owners in India. This is one small step towards “Housing For All by 2022”, which HDFC ltd has been working on as a mission and business objective to take the government’s flagship scheme, ‘Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)’, to the real beneficiaries.”

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