India tops China in billion-dollar realty companies

India's real estate sector has surged, boasting 36 homegrown companies valued at $1 billion or more, surpassing China in this regard. The growth, outlined in the 2024 GROHE-Hurun India Real Estate 100 report, highlights the sector's robust expansion driven by urbanization, infrastructure development, and shifting consumer preferences. Leading the pack is DLF with a valuation of ₹2 lakh crore, followed by Macrotech Developers and Adani Realty. Mumbai leads with 33 companies on the list, underscoring India's thriving property market amid significant global contrasts in real estate fortunes.