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India has clinched a major win on the global real estate stage by securing hosting rights for the 7th International Real Estate Conference (IREC) in September 2026. The announcement, made by the National Association of REALTORSIndia (NARINDIA), positions Hyderabad as the epicenter of global property dialogue, innovation, and investment.
Key Highlights from the IREC 2026 Announcement
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India won the bid at IREC 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, where NARINDIA’s session titled “India: Overview & Opportunities” drew strong investor interest
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The event will be led by NARINDIA in partnership with the Hyderabad Realtors Association (HRA)
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Over 600 international delegates are expected, including Csuite executives, institutional investors, government officials, and global media
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The conference will feature forums on proptech, ESG, crossborder real estate, and curated site visits to Hyderabad’s landmark projects
Strategic Significance and Global Context
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IREC is organized under the aegis of the U.S.based National Association of REALTORS and is considered the world’s most influential biennial real estate gathering
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Previous host cities include Manila, Bangkok, Incheon, Hanoi, Tokyo, and Kuala Lumpur
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India’s hosting signals its transition from participant to leader in global real estate conversations
Why Hyderabad Was Chosen
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Hyderabad is one of Asia’s fastestgrowing metro hubs, known for smartcity innovations and infrastructure excellence
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The city offers a compelling mix of techdriven development, investorfriendly policies, and highlevel government engagement
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Its real estate market has shown resilience and growth, making it an ideal showcase for international stakeholders
Leadership and Vision
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NARINDIA’s bid was spearheaded by Vice Chairman Tarun Bhatia and President Amit Chopra, with support from Chairman Sumanth Reddy
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The team emphasized India’s readiness for global collaboration and its evolving regulatory and investment frameworks
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The win builds on India’s growing influence in bilateral trade, infrastructure diplomacy, and proptech innovation
What to Expect at IREC 2026
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Investor roundtables linking global capital with Indian opportunities
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Thought leadership sessions on sustainable urban development and real estate technology
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Participation from central and state urban development ministries
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Networking platforms for developers, brokers, academics, and policymakers
India’s hosting of IREC 2026 is more than a conference—it’s a strategic milestone that reflects the country’s rising stature in global real estate, where ambition meets infrastructure and innovation meets opportunity.
Sources: The Print, Tribune India, Media Infoline, Now Hyderabad
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