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Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, BGO target $1 billion real estate portfolio

The plan to deploy more capital comes as developers increasingly turn to institutional investors for structured capital amid regulatory changes, sector consolidation and stronger balance sheets among leading players.

The plan to deploy more capital comes as developers increasingly turn to institutional investors for structured capital amid regulatory changes, sector consolidation and stronger balance sheets among leading players.

The platform has invested more than $200 million in India since 2022, spanning 19 projects across six cities. It focuses on residential, commercial and mixed-use developments with necessary approvals, partnering with established developers who have a proven track record.

"The evolution of India's real estate market is creating a larger role for institutional credit, particularly as developers look for capital that is structured around the stage and risk profile of a project," A Balasubramanian, managing director and CEO, Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC told ET. "For us, the opportunity is not simply about deploying more capital, but about identifying projects where strong underlying fundamentals, experienced developers and robust structures can come together."

The platform remains focused on managing downside risks and preserving capital across market cycles, he said. Akshat Pandya, head of real estate at ABSL AMC, leads the platform.

The platform follows a disciplined underwriting approach, with due diligence covering technical, legal, financial and market parameters. Its investments carry security cover of 1.5-2 times, while the portfolio is monitored through the investment lifecycle.

The strategy combines ABSL AMC's local origination, underwriting, portfolio management and real estate expertise with BGO's global real estate investment experience and portfolio advisory capabilities.