Housing index: Rural rent in, staff accommodation out
Published on: Oct. 31, 2025, 12:59 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
India's housing index is set for a major overhaul. The new inflation series will now cover rural areas alongside urban centers. Government and employer-provided housing will be excluded to reflect true market rents. Rent data collection will shift to a monthly basis. These changes aim to create a more accurate and representative housing index for the nation.
