Once forbidden Maoist zone, Gadchiroli now realty hotbed Nagpur: Once a Maoist hotbed where few dared to tread, Gadchiroli is now witnessing a surge in real estate activity. The district recorded real estate transactions exceeding Rs600 crore in the last fiscal year, with over Rs30 crore collected as stamp duty. Land rates in the interiors have climbed to Rs10-15 lakh per acre, driven by the steel industry’s growing interest. The state government’s land acquisition efforts for industrial projects, including JSW Steel’s proposed facility, have further fueled demand, spurring development even in remote areas. The steel sector’s expansion has transformed Gadchiroli into a preferred destination for investors. Companies like JSW Steel and Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited (LMEL) are acquiring land, while smaller firms are also entering the market. The demand is fueled by the promise of future development, with investors carving out smaller plots from farmland and selling them on a per-square-foot basis—a practice previously unseen in the region. Stamp duty rates, at 5% for rural areas and 6% for urban zones, have contributed to the transaction value, with the Rs600 crore figure representing a 5% duty rate. The government’s aggressive land acquisition strategy has intensified the real estate boom. Over the past decade, the state offered land parcels at a nominal Re 1 for industrial use in Gadchiroli town, but many buyers failed to develop the sites. Now, with projects like JSW Steel’s world-largest facility underway, the district is experiencing a new wave of investment. The Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) has acquired over 3,500 hectares across 12 villages for industrial purposes, sparking both economic growth and local resistance.#jsw_steel #gadchiroli #lloyds_metals_and_energy_limited #maharashtra_industrial_development_corporation #mahendra_bramhanwade
Crude oil surge impact: Auto, metal shares plunge up to 4.5%; Tata Motors PV, M&M, JSW Steel lead losses The sharp rise in crude oil prices has triggered significant declines in auto and metal sector stocks, with shares falling as much as 4.5% in early trading. Leading losers included Tata Motors PV, M&M, and JSW Steel, which saw their shares drop sharply amid heightened market volatility. The Nifty Metal index fell 4%, with all constituent stocks trading in the red, reflecting widespread pessimism. Auto stocks also remained under pressure, as all 15 companies in the Nifty Auto index declined, further amplifying the sector’s woes. Higher crude oil prices have intensified cost pressures for manufacturers, squeezing profit margins and dampening demand. Analysts noted that the surge in energy costs has disrupted supply chains and increased production expenses, making it difficult for companies to maintain profitability. The Nifty Auto index, which had already been struggling with weak sales and rising input costs, saw further declines as investors sold off shares in response to the unfavorable economic outlook. The metal sector was particularly hard-hit, with the Nifty Metal index dropping 4% in a single session. Companies like M&M and JSW Steel, which rely heavily on raw materials, faced sharper declines as higher oil prices pushed up their operational costs. Investors are also concerned about the broader implications of the crude oil surge, including potential inflationary pressures and reduced consumer spending power. Market participants attributed the sharp sell-off to a combination of factors, including the immediate impact of rising energy costs and broader concerns about economic growth.#tata_motors_pv #m_m #jsw_steel #nifty_metal #nifty_auto
