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What role do you see for your sector/ industry
in nation building? How do you see yourself Prestige Acropolis
contributing to the cause?
Over the years, real estate has grown into a booming industry
with several big players who have changed the face of the
cityscape. Today, the Government recognizes the fact that the real
estate and construction sector can turn the uncertain economy
around and also contribute towards the GDP of the country. In
addition, the real estate industry has grown to become one of
the strongest drivers of employment in the country.
One needs to have a vision and work towards making their goals
a reality. One of the reasons for the Prestige Group becoming
market leaders is the fact that we have always attempted to
understand the void in the market and fill that gap. Quality
residences were the need of the hour way back in the 1990s
when we first came up with Prestige Acropolis. It continues to
be a landmark residential development within the city till date.
Similarly, The Forum mall was one of the first malls to come up
in India and even a decade after its inception, it continues to be dependable and transparent developers and I am proud to say
one of the best-designed malls in the country. that Prestige was at the forefront of that revolution, and has set
There is definite scope to rationalize regulation and to enable many benchmarks since.
city development in the context of modern urban development. The Prestige Group was one of the first developers in
The difficulties faced in implementing projects by developers can Bangalore, and can be credited as one of the main players to
definitely be streamlined. Laws need to change with time, and change the skyline of the city in the last three decades. Today,
facilitate creation of modern cities. our esteemed patrons turn to the Prestige Group for their
Finally, every industry comes with its share of challenges. The residential and commercial needs with no hesitation or anxiety
idea is to work around them and find viable long-term solutions about whether we will deliver on our promises. A home is one of
to create a healthy atmosphere that benefits every single person the most precious assets that a person invests in, in their lifetime
in the industry – from the ground level upwards, so as to create and today, home-buyers aspire to buy Prestige homes, given that
an efficient, professional environment for the future generations. brand ‘Prestige’ has gained the reputation of being one of the
most trusted and aspirational brands in the country.
It is always our endeavour at Prestige Group to create spaces
for different uses – home, office, recreation and hospitality. We
have been able to achieve this goal by giving Bangalore and
South India some of its best landmarks in these asset classes. In
our journey of development, the emphasis has always been on
design, quality, environment and relevant spaces for each asset
class, and it will continue to be so. India is a growing economy.
The opportunities are vast in all asset classes as long as there
is sincerity of purpose, and a process of continuous learning is
implemented to better oneself.
The Prestige Group has always been a strong advocate of
sustainable practices and we have taken several initiatives in this
Forum Centre City Mysuru direction. Furthermore, using technological advancements in
construction while following all required safety norms is integral
to our operations. The safety of our workers at our construction
What are the business mantras you have embraced sites has always been a primary concern for Prestige and with
as you sought to establish your success story? each passing day, more measures are being taken to further
In the past, real estate was treated with a considerable amount improve safety systems.
of suspicion and apprehension by the wider public due to the Finally, Prestige offers innovative, landmark developments
lack of regulatory oversight and a large number of unscrupulous with the highest quality and design at competitive rates,
developers who often took buyers’ money and either delivered which ultimately creates the greatest connect with our target
poor quality final products or, in many unfortunate circumstances, market, as potential clients are assured of receiving only the best
failed to deliver at all. The industry was crying out for ethical, from Prestige.

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