New Delhi, Feb. 13 -- The Indian real estate sector has been one of the worst-performing segments of 2025 so far, with the Nifty Realty Index plunging nearly 20 per cent year-to-date (YTD). The index, which peaked at 1,157 in June 2024, has now declined over 26 per cent from its highs, entering the bear market territory.

This sharp correction highlights investor concerns over regulatory challenges, liquidity constraints, and market-wide risk aversion despite positive policy measures such as the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) recent rate cut.

The Nifty Realty index dropped 12 per cent in January, followed by an additional 8 per cent decline in February, making it the worst-performing sector in the Indian stock market.

The real estate sec...