Yes, Phase 2 is officially under construction, but you need to look at the ground reality rather than just the glossy brochures. Work started late last year after the Real Estate Regulatory Authority gave the green light, and the heavy machinery is now on-site.
My 50 years of watching buildings rise
I have been in this game since the 1970s. Back then, we didn’t have fancy websites or apps to check on progress. We had to put on our boots, walk into the mud, and see if the workers were actually pouring concrete. I have seen many people lose their life savings because they believed a salesman instead of their own eyes.
When I visited the site for Phase 2 last week, I didn’t just look at the gates. I looked at the foundation pits. That is where the truth stays. If the basement isn’t deep and the steel isn’t high-quality, the building is a piece of trash. Right now, they are finishing the sub-structure work, which is the most important part.
Why you should care about the timeline
- The RERA deadline is the most important date for you. The developer has promised to finish by 2028.
- Construction is currently in the excavation and piling stage. This is the noisy part where they dig deep holes.
- Materials like cement and steel are getting more expensive. A good builder buys these early so they do not stop working later.
- I checked the public records at the local office. The permits are all signed and ready.
How to tell if they are lying to you
I always tell my younger friends to be careful. A site can look busy today and be empty tomorrow. You must check the Quarterly Progress Reports that the law says they have to post online. If you see the same photos two months in a row, something is wrong.
In my decades of experience, I have watched cities grow from dirt roads to giant towers. Phase 2 is part of that growth. The heavy cranes are moving, and the labor camps are full. This means the builder has the money to keep going for now.
What to do before you pay money
- Go to the site on a Tuesday or Wednesday. Don’t go on Sunday when everyone is resting. See if the machines are actually moving.
- Talk to the neighbors. People living in Phase 1 know the truth. They see the trucks coming in at night.
- Check the ID of the project on the government website. If the status says Ongoing, it is legal.
- Look at the steel. If the metal bars look rusty or thin, walk away. Your home needs to be strong for your grandkids.
I have seen the heartbreaks and the victories in real estate. Buying a home in a project that is just starting is scary. But from what I see on the ground, the workers are sweating and the bricks are piling up. It is real. Just keep your eyes open and do not let a smooth talker rush you into signing a check.
