In recent years, a new trend has been observed in metro cities. Home prices remain the same, but their sizes are shrinking. Many builders are launching projects where the size of homes has become significantly smaller than before.

For an Indian middle-class family, buying a home is the biggest investment of their life. But have you noticed that the 2BHK flat you see today is much smaller compared to a 2BHK from 10 years ago? A peculiar trend is visible in India’s major cities like Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR. Flat prices are skyrocketing, but their carpet area is continuously decreasing.

Bengaluru

Bengaluru, now known as Bangalore, is the capital of India’s Karnataka state and a major global technology hub. Historically, it was founded in the 16th century by Kempe Gowda I and later became a prominent British military station during colonial rule. Its transformation from the “Garden City” of India to the “Silicon Valley of India” defines its modern identity.

Pune

Pune is a major city in the Indian state of Maharashtra, historically known as the cultural and educational capital of the region. It rose to prominence in the 18th century as the seat of the Maratha Empire under the Peshwas, becoming a center of political power and administration. Today, it is a bustling metropolis renowned for its universities, IT industry, and historical landmarks like the Shaniwar Wada palace and the Aga Khan Palace.

Mumbai

Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is a major port city on India’s west coast and the financial capital of the country. Its modern history began in the 17th century when it was ceded to the British East India Company, transforming it from a group of islands into a global trading hub. Today, it is a vibrant metropolis famous for its colonial-era architecture, the Bollywood film industry, and iconic landmarks like the Gateway of India.

Delhi-NCR

Delhi-NCR (National Capital Region) is a vast metropolitan area centered around India’s capital, New Delhi, and encompassing surrounding districts from neighboring states. Its history is deeply layered, with the core of Delhi itself being an ancient city that has served as the capital for numerous empires, including the Mughals and the British, evident in sites like the Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb. Today, NCR is a major modern economic and political hub that has expanded rapidly around this historic core.