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CNBC-AWAAZ successfully hosts the North Zone edition of the 14th Real Estate Awards & Conclave
Mumbai: CNBC AWAAZ successfully concludes the North Zone of the 14th CNBC-AWAAZ Real Estate Awards & Conclave, presented by RR Kabel. The North Zone edition of the event took place in Delhi on 25 October 2023. At the conclave, notable industry leaders, real estate developers, policymakers, experts, and influential individuals convened to deliberate on the most recent trends influencing the future of the real estate sector and to explore strategies for accelerating its advancement in the upcoming years.
The event commenced with a welcome address by CNBC-AWAAZ & CNBC BAJAR editor Anuj Singhal. He said “These awards have been a trailblazer in recognizing achievements in the real estate sector for the past 16-17 years. The real estate industry holds significant importance for our country. Not more than a decade ago, the real estate sector was marred by a less favourable reputation. However, over the past 15 years, there has been a significant transformation in the perception of the real estate industry. The individuals gathered here today have been instrumental in this shift and have contributed to the sector’s evolution into a more organised and respected domain.”
The welcome address was followed by a special address by RR Kabel MD Shreegopal Kabra. He commented, “Last year, we established the Electrical Short Circuit Association, recognizing the prevailing trend in construction where buildings are designed for aesthetics but may lack a strong focus on safety and structural integrity, which are of paramount importance for our nation. Hence our emphasis is on both commercial and residential structures, including warehouses, whether they have a lifespan of 100 years or more with a sturdy building structure. There is a concerning prevalence of improper practices in the country driven by profit motives ignoring the safety of the project, and I believe that corporate governance should encompass the safety of each project. Real estate companies are achieving global recognition through marketing and advertisements, yet ensuring that we meet the lofty expectations set by these promotions remains a significant challenge, given the high standards set for our country.”
The event also featured panel discussions comprising esteemed industry personalities. The first discussion, titled Role of North India in Towering India’s Trillion-Dollar Real Estate Sector brought together industry thought leaders including Sanjay Khatri, Additional CEO, NOIDA; Munish Sharma, Additional CEO, GMDA (Gurgaon Metropolitan Development Authority); Namita Mehrotra, Director Finance, NCRCT; Vipul Roongta, Managing Director & CEO, HDFC Capital Advisors Ltd.; Pradeep Kumar Aggarwal, Founder & Chairman, Signature Global (India) Ltd.; and Shreegopal Kabra, Managing Director, RR Kabel.
The concluding panel for the evening was on Preventing Electrical Fires: Innovations in Fire Detection and Suppression. The panel featured Atul Garg, Director, Delhi Fire Service, Govt of N.C.T of Delhi; Ashish Rakheja, managing partner, AEON Consultants and Shreegopal Kabra, managing director, RR Kabel.
Preceding the award ceremony, the chief guest of the evening Anuj Singhal engaged in a fireside chat with Nitin Gadkari – Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India. Gadkariji said, “Our Prime Minister’s vision is to transform our country into a 5 trillion-dollar economy, and one sector with the potential to drive this growth is the real estate industry. I recommend that this sector shift its focus towards affordable and low-cost housing, as it has the potential to significantly enhance their revenue.”
The evening ended on a high note with the award ceremony, where Nitin Gadkari – Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India, Anuj Singhal, Shreegopal Kabra, and other esteemed guests felicitated the real estate projects from the North Zone of India. This event was presented by RR Kabel, Associate Partner – RR Parkon, Knowledge Partner – Knight Frank India and Powered by News18 India. The next phase shall see the felicitation of winners from the East and South Zones culminating into a final National Awards ceremony in January 2024.
Find the full winners list of the North Zone below:
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CATEGORY |
SEGMENT |
WINNER |
CITY |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – AFFORDABLE |
Panchsheel Greens II – Panchsheel Buildtech |
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – MASS HOUSING |
Habitat Residences- Conscient Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd |
Gurugram, Haryana |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – MASS HOUSING |
Ghar Aangan -Arihant Enterprises |
Jaipur, Rajasthan |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – MASS HOUSING |
Pt. Deen Dayal Residential Scheme, – Urban Improvement Trust Bikaner |
Bikaner, Rajasthan |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – MID |
Joyville Gurugam Phase VI – Shapoorji Pallonji |
Gurugram, Haryana |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – MID |
Express One – Express Builders |
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – MID |
Signature Global Park II – Signature Global Homes Ltd |
Sohna, Haryana |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – LUXURY |
Gulshan Dynasty- Gulshan group |
Noida, Uttar Pradesh |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – LUXURY |
County 107 -County Group |
Noida, Uttar Pradesh |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – ULTRA LUXURY |
The Camellias- DLF Ltd |
Gurugram, Haryana |
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Best Residential Project |
SEGMENT – ULTRA LUXURY |
Godrej Connaught One-Godrej Properties |
Connaught Place , Delhi |
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BEST RETAIL PROJECT |
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Phoenix Citadel- Mall -The Phoenix Mills Ltd |
Indore, Madhya Pradesh |
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BEST COMMERCIAL PROJECT |
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Max Square -Max Estates |
Noida, Uttar Pradesh |
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BEST COMMERCIAL PROJECT |
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Eldeco Centre-Eldeco Group |
New Delhi |
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
