Embassy Reit
Embassy Reit
To, To,
The Corporate Relations Department, The Corporate Relations Department,
The National Stock Exchange of India Limited, Department of Corporate Services,
Exchange Plaza, 5th Floor, BSE Limited,
Plot No. C/1, G-Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, 25th Floor, Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers,
Bandra (East), Mumbai - 400051. Dalal Street, Mumbai - 400001.
Re: Script Symbol “EMBASSY” and Scrip Code 542602 and Scrip Code 959990, 960165, 960421,
973434, 973545, 973546, 973910 and 974885 (NCDs).
Subject: Submission of Valuation Report of Embassy Office Parks REIT for the year ended March
31, 2023, under Regulation 21 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate Investment
Trusts) Regulations, 2014.
Pursuant to Regulation 21 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate Investment Trusts)
Regulations, 2014, please see enclosed the Detailed Valuation Report with respect to Embassy Office Parks
REIT, dated June 09, 2023, issued by iVAS Partners, represented by Mr. Manish Gupta, Partner,
Independent Valuer, along with value assessment services undertaken by CBRE South Asia Private
Limited, Value Assessment Service Provider.
Thanking you,
For and on behalf of Embassy Office Parks REIT acting through its Manager, Embassy Office Parks
Management Services Private Limited
Digitally signed
VINITHA by VINITHA
ARAVIND ARAVIND
MENON
MENON Date: 2023.06.19
16:30:57 +05'30'
Vinitha Menon
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
A25036
Encl: As above
Registered Office: Embassy Point, 1st Floor, 150, Infantry Road, Bangalore - 560 001, Kamataka,
India T: +91 80 4179 99991 F: +91 80 2228 6912
DETAILED VALUATION REPORT
Issued to:
Embassy Office Parks Management Services
Private Limited in its capacity as manager of
The Embassy Office Parks REIT
Contents
1 Instruction........................................................................................................................................ 15
1.1 Purpose ..................................................................................................................................... 15
1.2 Reliant Party .............................................................................................................................. 15
1.3 Limitation of Liability .................................................................................................................. 16
1.4 Scope of Services ....................................................................................................................... 17
1.5 Valuation Capability ................................................................................................................... 17
1.6 Scope of Appraisal ..................................................................................................................... 18
1.7 Valuer’s Interest ......................................................................................................................... 21
1.8 Qualifications ............................................................................................................................ 21
1.9 Disclosures ................................................................................................................................ 21
1.10 Assumptions, Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications to Valuation ............................................... 24
1.11 Material Valuation Uncertainty from Novel Coronavirus ................................................................ 28
1.12 Heightened Market Volatility ....................................................................................................... 28
1.13 Construction Cost Volatility ......................................................................................................... 28
1.14 Risk Consideration – Development Valuations .............................................................................. 29
2 Valuation Approach & Methodology .................................................................................................... 30
2.1 Basis of Valuation ...................................................................................................................... 30
2.2 Approach and Methodology ....................................................................................................... 30
2.2.1 Direct Comparison Approach .......................................................................................... 30
2.3 Scope of Valuation ..................................................................................................................... 30
2.3.1 Income Approach ........................................................................................................... 31
2.4 Approach and Methodology Adopted .......................................................................................... 35
2.5 Information Sources for Valuation ............................................................................................... 36
3 Embassy REIT Assets at a Glance ........................................................................................................ 40
3.1 Key Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 40
3.2 Nature of the Interest of the Embassy REIT .................................................................................... 43
3.3 Capitalization Rate Adopted ........................................................................................................ 44
3.4 Discount Rate Adopted ............................................................................................................... 45
3.4.1 Cost of Equity ................................................................................................................ 45
3.4.2 Cost of Debt .................................................................................................................. 46
3.4.3 Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) ...................................................................... 47
4 Valuation Certificate.......................................................................................................................... 49
4.1 Embassy Manyata ...................................................................................................................... 49
4.2 Embassy TechVillage .................................................................................................................. 51
11.1.5 Area Details, Type and Age of Existing Structures ............................................................ 203
11.1.6 Site Services and Finishes .............................................................................................. 204
11.1.7 Condition & Repair ....................................................................................................... 204
11.1.8 Property Photographs ................................................................................................... 205
11.2 Tenancy Analysis ...................................................................................................................... 206
11.2.1 Historical Committed Occupancy Rates .......................................................................... 206
11.2.2 Lease Expiry Analysis .................................................................................................... 206
11.2.3 Escalation Analysis ....................................................................................................... 206
11.3 Assumptions Rationale .............................................................................................................. 207
11.3.1 Demand and Supply Dynamics ..................................................................................... 207
11.3.2 Lease Rent Analysis ...................................................................................................... 209
11.4 Value Assessment ..................................................................................................................... 211
11.4.1 Adopted Methodology .................................................................................................. 211
11.4.2 Area statement ............................................................................................................. 211
11.4.3 Construction Timelines .................................................................................................. 211
11.4.4 Absorption/ Leasing Velocity and Occupancy Profile ....................................................... 211
11.4.5 Revenue Assumptions ................................................................................................... 212
11.4.6 Expense Assumptions .................................................................................................... 213
11.4.7 Other Assumptions ....................................................................................................... 214
11.4.8 Capitalization Rates ...................................................................................................... 214
11.4.9 Discount Rate ............................................................................................................... 214
11.5 Value of the Subject Property ..................................................................................................... 214
12 Embassy Qubix .............................................................................................................................. 215
12.1 Property Description ................................................................................................................. 215
12.1.1 Site Details .................................................................................................................. 215
12.1.2 Legal Details ................................................................................................................ 219
12.1.3 Town Planning ............................................................................................................. 219
12.1.4 Statutory Approvals, One Time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances ...................................... 220
12.1.5 Area Details, Type and Age of Existing Structures ............................................................ 220
12.1.6 Construction, Services and Finishes ................................................................................ 221
12.1.7 Condition & Repair ....................................................................................................... 221
12.1.8 Property Photographs ................................................................................................... 222
12.2 Tenancy Analysis ...................................................................................................................... 223
12.2.1 Historical Committed Occupancy Rates .......................................................................... 223
12.2.2 Lease Expiry Analysis .................................................................................................... 223
12.2.3 Escalation Analysis ....................................................................................................... 223
12.3 Assumptions Rationale .............................................................................................................. 224
12.3.1 Demand and Supply Dynamics ..................................................................................... 224
1 Instruction
iVAS Partners, represented by Mr. Manish Gupta has been instructed by Embassy Office Parks
Management Services Private Limited (the ‘Client’, the ‘Instructing Party’) in its capacity as manager of
The Embassy Office Parks REIT (Embassy REIT) to advice upon the Market Value (MV) of properties
comprising of commercial office real estate assets located across Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai and Noida
as well as affiliated facilities including a solar park, retail spaces and hotels (together herein referred as
subject properties across the report).
CBRE has been instructed by the Client to be the ‘Value Assessment Service Provider’ for providing market
intelligence to the ‘Valuer’ (Mr. Manish Gupta, Founder and Partner, iVAS Partners) and forecasting cash
flows from the respective assets. The Valuer has utilized the market intelligence provided by CBRE and
independently reviewed the cash flows to arrive at the Market Value of the respective assets as per the
SEBI (REIT) Regulations 2014.
iVAS Partners (represented by Mr. Manish Gupta) and CBRE are collectively referred to as the
‘Consultants’ for the purpose of this report.
The details of the subject properties under the purview of this valuation exercise are tabulated below:
1.1 Purpose
The Valuer understands that the valuation is required by the Client for financial and investor reporting
purposes to comply with the requirements of Regulation 21 of the SEBI (REIT) Regulations, 2014.
The Reliant Party to the valuation report will be Embassy Office Parks Management Services Private
Limited (in its capacity as Manager to the Embassy Office Parks REIT) and their Unitholders and Axis
Trustee Services Limited (the Trustee for the Embassy REIT) for the purpose of the valuation as highlighted
in this report. The auditors and advisors would be extended reliance by the ‘Consultants’ but would
extend no liability to the auditors and advisors.
The valuation has been prepared strictly and only for the use of the Reliant Party and for the Purpose
specifically stated. The instructing party would make all reliant parties aware of the terms and conditions
of this agreement under which this exercise is being undertaken and take due acknowledgements to the
same effect.
▪ The ‘Consultants’ provide the Services exercising due care and skill, but the ‘Consultants’ do not
accept any legal liability arising from negligence or otherwise to any person in relation to possible
environmental site contamination or any failure to comply with environmental legislation which
may affect the value of the properties. Further, the ‘Consultants’ shall not accept liability for any
errors, misstatements, omissions in the Report caused due to false, misleading or incomplete
information or documentation provided to the ‘Consultants’ by the Instructing Party.
▪ CBRE extends liability to iVAS Partners (represented by Mr. Manish Gupta) and the Valuer’s Client
(viz. the Reliant Party) for the market intelligence provided by CBRE. CBRE extends liability to the
Reliant Party for the relevant scope for which it is engaged together with the preceding clause.
CBRE’s maximum aggregate liability for claims arising out of or in connection with market
intelligence it provides under this contract shall not exceed the professional indemnity insurance
obtained by it. As on the date of this report ‘The Consultants’ maximum aggregate liability for
claims arising out of or in connection with the Valuation Report, under this contract shall not
exceed Indian Rupees 30 million.
▪ In the event that any of the Sponsor, Manager, Trustee, Embassy REIT in connection with the
report be subject to any claim (“Claim Parties”) in connection with, arising out of or attributable
to the Valuation Report, the Claim Parties will be entitled to require the ‘Consultants’ to be a
necessary party/ respondent to such claim and the ‘Consultants’ shall not object to their inclusion
as a necessary party/ respondent. If the ‘Consultants’ do not co-operate to be named as a
necessary party/ respondent to such claims or co-operate in providing adequate/ successful
defense in defending such claims, the Claim Parties jointly or severally will be entitled to initiate
a separate claim against the ‘Consultants’ in this regard and the Consultants’ liability shall extend
to the value of the claims, losses, penalties, costs and liabilities incurred by the Claim Parties.
▪ The Consultants will neither be responsible for any legal due diligence, title search, zoning check,
development permissions and physical measurements nor undertake any verification/ validation
of the zoning regulations/ development controls etc.
Services will be provided solely for the benefit and use of the Reliant Party(ies) by the valuer. The report(s)
and valuation(s) may not be used for any other purpose other than the expressly intended purpose as
mentioned in the report(s). They are not to be used, circulated, quoted or otherwise referred to for any
other purpose, nor are they to be filed with or referred to in whole or in part in any document without the
prior written consent of the Consultants where such consent shall be given at the absolute, exclusive
discretion of the Consultants. Where they are to be used with the Consultants’ written consent, they shall
be used only in their entirety and no part shall be used without making reference to the whole report
unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing by the Consultants.
Any reliance by any party other than the Reliant Party on the valuation report will be on their own accord.
The Consultants do not purport to provide a site or structural survey in respect of the property(ies) to be
valued. The Consultants do not purport to be suitably qualified to provide professional advice in respect
of building or site contamination. The Reliant Party(ies) should seek independent advice on these issues.
The Services are provided on the basis that the Instructing Party has disclosed to the Consultants all
information which may affect the Services. All opinions expressed by the Consultants, or its employees
are subject to the statement of valuation policies and any conditions contained in written valuation report.
The Letter of Engagement (LOE) along with amendments sets out the full scope of services that shall be
covered by the valuation report.
Valuer under SEBI (REIT) Regulations, 2014: iVAS Partners, represented by Mr. Manish Gupta
iVAS Partners, represented by Mr. Manish Gupta (Valuer Registration Number: IBBI/RV-E/02/2020/112)
delivers reliable and independent valuation (across categories viz. land & building and plant &
machinery), advisory and technical due diligence services, that combine professional expertise with
comprehensive databases, analytics and market intelligence across various asset classes and locations
in India.
Manish Gupta, Partner at iVAS Partners, is a Registered Architect with Council of Architecture (COA) and
a member of the Royal Institute of Charted Surveyors (MRICS) and Institution of Valuers (IOV), with over
14+ years of experience in the real estate industry. Manish is a seasoned professional with experience
in providing real estate valuation services to a wide spectrum of clients including financial institutions,
private equity funds, developers, NBFCs, corporate houses, banks, resolution professionals, landowners,
etc.
He has worked on variety of valuation, consulting and technical due-diligence assignments for various
purposes including investment related due diligence, mortgage/collateral appraisals, financial reporting,
listing purposes, IBC led requirements, etc. across a range of asset classes such as residential projects,
integrated township developments, hospitality assets, commercial (office and retail) projects, industrial
developments, warehousing parks, educational projects, healthcare developments, etc. for both national
as well as international clients.
CBRE Advisory Services India is an integral part of CBRE Global Valuation & Advisory Services team. The
Global VAS team comprises of over 1,500 professionals across approximately 280 offices globally and
India Advisory Services team comprises of more than 330 professionals.
CBRE Advisory Services India have completed over 100,000 valuation and advisory assignments across
varied asset classes spread across 21 states and 300+ cities. CBRE provides quality valuation, risk
advisory and consulting services across a range of property types including residential, hospitality, retail,
commercial, institutional, Special Economic Zone (SEZ), industrial, etc. CBRE derives global best practices
while maintaining the complexities of Indian real estate markets and are ideally positioned to help solve
any valuation related real estate challenge, ranging from single asset valuations to valuation of multi-
market and multi-property portfolios.
Our dedicated and experienced professionals provide quality services from 9 offices across India (Delhi,
Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, Pune and Ahmedabad). Our
professionals have a varied qualification base such as Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or
IOV certified valuation professionals, master planners, Architects, MBA, CA, CFA, etc. and this entire
multi-faceted experience helps us in achieving our commitment to provide the highest level of professional
expertise to our clients.
CBRE Advisory Services India team has substantial experience with several institutional clients including
financial institutions, real estate funds, private equity funds, developers, corporates, banks, NBFCs, etc.
The appraisal has been undertaken to ascertain the market value of the subject property given the
prevalent market conditions. In consideration of the same, a detailed assessment of the site and
surroundings has been undertaken with respect to the prevalent activities, change in dynamics impacting
the values and the optimal use of the subject property vis-à-vis the surrounding submarket, etc.
Portfolio comprises eight best-in-class office parks and four prime city-centre office buildings, hospitality
assets and common infrastructure located across different submarkets across Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai
and Noida. The portfolio also includes a Solar Park located in Bellary, Karnataka.
The location, submarket and catchment area for the individual Commercial Offices have been tabulated
below:
A detailed assessment of the site and surroundings has been undertaken with respect to the prevalent
activities, change in dynamics impacting the values and the optimal use of the respective properties vis-
à-vis their surrounding sub-market, etc. A primary and secondary research exercise has been carried out
in the aforementioned catchment areas to ascertain the transaction activity of commercial developments.
This has been achieved through interactions with various market players such as developers, real estate
brokers, key office tenants, etc.
For the hospitality assets, i.e., Hilton at GolfLinks, Four Seasons at Embassy One, Hilton and Hilton
Garden Inn at Embassy Manyata and under-construction 5 Star and 3 Star hotels in Embassy TechVillage,
a primary and secondary research exercise has been carried out in the relevant submarkets to understand
and benchmark the performance of competing developments. This has been achieved through
interactions with various market players such as developers, key hospitality players, etc.
The Portfolio also includes a support retail offering as part of Embassy Manyata and Embassy
TechVillage. A primary and secondary research exercise has been carried out across other high-end retail
developments / offerings across Bengaluru to ascertain the transaction activity of such developments.
This has been achieved through interactions with various market players such as developers, real estate
brokers, etc.
CBRE has been engaged by the Instructing Party to provide value assessment services and accordingly,
would be responsible for the below scope as part of this exercise.
▪ Outlook
▪ Outlook
▪ Forecast cash flows from the respective assets for the Valuer to independently review and work
towards assessing the valuation of each Asset
The Valuer certifies that; he/she do not have a pecuniary interest, financial or otherwise, that could conflict
with the proper valuation of the property (including the parties with whom our client is dealing, including
the lender or selling agent, if any); accepts instructions to value the property only from the instructing
party.
1.8 Qualifications
This valuation is prepared in accordance with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Valuation Standards and is in compliance with the International Valuation Standards (IVS).
The team involved in this engagement comprises of RICS members with significant experience of
valuations in Indian real estate market. The detailed professional profiles of key personnel in the team
have been annexed as a part of the report.
1.9 Disclosures
▪ Neither CBRE nor iVAS Partners (represented by Mr. Manish Gupta - Partner, iVAS Partners) are
an associate of the instructing party
▪ Mr. Manish Gupta, Partner, iVAS Partners (the Valuer) has a minimum of five years of experience
in the valuation of real estate
▪ The Valuer has not been involved with the acquisition or disposal of the subject property in the
last twelve months, other than such cases where the valuer was engaged by the Embassy REIT for
such acquisition or disposal
▪ The Valuer has adequate and robust internal controls to ensure the integrity of the valuation
reports
▪ The Valuer has sufficient key personnel with adequate experience and qualification to perform
services related to property valuation at all times
▪ The Valuer has sufficient financial resources to enable them to conduct their business effectively
and meet their liabilities
▪ The Valuer has acquainted itself with all laws or regulations relevant to such valuation
▪ The valuation of assets undertaken is impartial, true and fair and in accordance with the Securities
and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014
▪ The Valuer and any of its employees/ consultants involved in valuation of the REIT assets are not
invested in units of the REIT or in the assets being valued till the time such person is designated
as valuer of such REIT and not less than 6 months after ceasing to be valuer of the REIT
▪ The Valuer has conducted the valuation of the REIT assets with transparency and fairness and
shall render, at all times, high standards of service, exercise due diligence, ensure proper care
and exercise professional judgement
▪ The Valuer has acted with independence, objectivity and impartiality in performing the valuation
▪ The Valuer has discharged its duties towards the Embassy REIT in an efficient and competent
manner, utilizing its knowledge, skills and experience in best possible way to complete the said
assignment
▪ The Valuer shall not accept remuneration, in any form, for performing a valuation of the REIT
assets from any person other than the Embassy REIT or its authorized representatives.
▪ The Valuer shall before accepting any assignment from any related party to the Embassy REIT,
shall disclose to the Embassy REIT, any direct or indirect consideration which the valuer may have
in respect of such assignment
▪ The Valuer shall disclose to the trustee of the Embassy REIT, any pending business transactions,
contracts under negotiation and other arrangements with the Instructing Party or any other party
whom the Embassy REIT is contracting with and any other factors which may interfere with the
Valuer’s ability to give an independent and professional valuation of the property
▪ The Valuer shall not make false, misleading or exaggerated claims in order to secure assignments
▪ The Valuer shall not provide misleading valuation, either by providing incorrect information or by
withholding relevant information
▪ The Valuer shall not accept an assignment that includes reporting of the outcome based on
predetermined opinions and conclusions required by the Embassy REIT
▪ The valuer has valued the subject property based on the valuation standards as specified under
sub-regulation 10 of regulation 21 of SEBI (REIT) Regulations 2014.
▪ The Valuer notes that there are encumbrances, however, no options or pre-emptions rights in
relation to the assets based on the title report prepared by King & Partridge, Shardul Amarchand
Mangaldas & Co, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Little & Company, Jayashree Sridhar and Law
Shield and Trilegal (hereinafter collectively referred to as ‘Legal Counsels’)
Valuation ▪ The subject valuation exercise is based on prevailing market dynamics as on the
Subject to date of valuation and does not take into account any unforeseeable developments
Change: which could impact the same in the future
Our ▪ The Consultants are not engaged to carry out all possible investigations in relation
Investigations: to the subject properties. Where in our report the Consultants identify certain
limitations to our investigations, this is to enable the reliant party to instruct further
investigations where considered appropriate or where the Consultants recommend
as necessary prior to reliance. The Consultants are not liable for any loss occasioned
by a decision not to conduct further investigations
Assumptions: ▪ Assumptions are a necessary part of undertaking valuations. The Valuer adopts
assumptions for the purpose of providing valuation advice because some matters
are not capable of accurate calculation or fall outside the scope of the Valuer’s
expertise, or the instructions. The reliant parties accept that the valuation contains
certain specific assumptions and acknowledges and accepts the risk that if any of
the assumptions adopted in the valuation are incorrect, then this may have an effect
on the valuation
Information ▪ The valuations are based on the information provided by the Instructing Party
Supplied by (Embassy Office Parks Management Services Private Limited). The same has been
Others: assumed to be correct and has been used for valuation exercise. Where it is stated
in the report that another party has supplied information to the ‘Consultants’, this
information is believed to be reliable but the ‘Consultants’ can accept no
responsibility if this should prove not to be so
Future Matters: ▪ To the extent that the valuation includes any statement as to a future matter, that
statement is provided as an estimate and/or opinion based on the information
known to the ‘Consultants’ at the date of this document. The ‘Consultants’ do not
warrant that such statements are accurate or correct
Map and Plans: ▪ Any sketch, plan or map in this report is included to assist reader while visualizing
the properties and the Consultants assume no responsibility in connection with such
matters
Site Details: ▪ Based on title due-diligence information provided by the Client, the Valuer
understands that the subject properties are free from any encroachments and are
available as on the date of the valuation
Property Title: ▪ For the purpose of this valuation exercise, the Valuer has relied on the Title Reports
prepared by the Legal Counsels for each of the properties and has made no further
enquiries with the relevant local authorities in this regard. The Valuer understands
that the subject properties may have encumbrances, disputes and claims. The Valuer
does not have the expertise or the preview to verify the veracity or quantify these
encumbrances, disputes or claims. For the purpose of this valuation, the Valuer has
assumed that the respective assets have title deeds that are clear and marketable
Environmental ▪ The Valuer has assumed that the subject properties are not contaminated and are
Conditions: not adversely affected by any existing or proposed environmental law and any
processes which are carried out on the properties are regulated by environmental
legislation and are properly licensed by the appropriate authorities
Town Planning: ▪ The current zoning of the subject properties has been adopted on the basis of review
of various documents (title deeds) provided by the Instructing Party and the current
land use maps for the subject region. The same has been considered for the purpose
of this valuation exercise. Further, it has been assumed that the development on the
subject properties adheres/ would adhere to the development regulations as
prescribed by the relevant authorities. The Valuer has not made any enquiries with
the relevant development authorities to validate the legality of the same
Area: ▪ The total leasable area considered for the purpose of this valuation exercise is based
on the rent rolls/ Architect certificate provided by the Instructing Party. It must be
noted that the above information has been provided by the Client and has been
verified based on the approvals/ layout plans/building plans provided by the Client.
However, the Valuer has not undertaken additional verification and physical
measurement for the purpose of this valuation exercise
Condition & ▪ In the absence of any information to the contrary, the Valuer has assumed that there
Repair: are no abnormal ground conditions, nor archaeological remains present which
might adversely affect the current or future occupation, development or value of the
property; the property is free from rot, infestation, structural or latent defect; no
currently known deleterious or hazardous materials or suspect techniques will be
used in the construction of or subsequent alterations or additions to the property and
comments made in the property details do not purport to express an opinion about,
or advice upon, the condition of uninspected parts and should not be taken as
making an implied representation or statement about such parts
Not a Structural ▪ The Valuer states that this is a valuation report and not a structural survey
Survey:
Legal: ▪ Unless specifically disclosed in the report, the Valuer has not made any allowances
with respect to any existing or proposed local legislation relating to taxation on
realization of the sale value of the subject property
Others: ▪ Considering the unorganized nature of real estate markets in India, all comparable
evidence (if any) provided in the valuation report has been limited to the basic details
such as the area of asset, rate at which transacted, broad location, etc. other specific
details would be provided only if the information is available in public domain
Other ▪ Please note that all the factual information such as tenants’ leasable area, lease
Assumptions: details such as lease rent, lease commencement and lease end date, lock – in
period, escalation terms, etc. pertaining to the subject properties is based on the
appropriate relevant documents provided by the Client and the same has been
adopted for the purpose of this valuation exercise. While we have reviewed a few
lease deeds on a sample basis, the Consultants do not take any responsibility
towards authenticity of the rent rolls provided by the Client. Any change in the above
information will have an impact on the assessed value and in that case the Valuer
will have to relook at the assessed value. The relevant information sources are
represented in section 2.5
▪ All measurements, areas and ages quoted in our report are approximate
▪ We are not advisors with respect to legal tax and regulatory matters for the
transaction. No investigation of the respective Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs)
holding the assets’ claim to title of assets has been made for the purpose of this
Report and the SPVs’ claim to such rights have been assumed to be valid. No
consideration has been given to liens or encumbrances against the assets.
Therefore, no responsibility is assumed for matters of a legal nature
▪ Kindly note that we have undertaken a quarterly assessment of cash flows for the
purpose of the valuations
▪ Considering the unorganized nature of real estate markets in India, all comparable
evidence (if any) provided in the valuation report has been limited to the basic details
such as the area of asset, rate at which transacted, broad location, etc. other specific
details would be provided only if the information is available in public domain
▪ The actual market price achieved may be higher or lower than our estimate of value
depending upon the circumstances of the transaction, nature of the business, etc.
The knowledge, negotiating ability and motivation of the buyers and sellers and the
applicability of a discount or premium for control will also affect actual market price
achieved. Accordingly, our valuation conclusion may not necessarily be the price at
which actual transaction takes place
▪ We have assumed that the development would continue normally without any
disruptions due to statutory or other external/internal occurrences.
▪ We draw your attention to the fact that a combination of global inflationary pressures
(leading to higher interest rates) and the recent geopolitical events has heightened
the potential for greater volatility in property markets over the short-to-medium term.
Reader is advised to keep this in purview while reading the valuation report.
▪ You should note that the conclusions set out in this report are valid as at the valuation
date only. Where appropriate, we recommend that the valuation is closely
monitored, as we continue to track how market participants respond to current
events.
▪ Construction Cost Volatility: Material costs, labour costs and supply chains are
currently unusually volatile with the market experiencing price increases in some or
all these areas during 2022. This has created significant uncertainty in cost estimates
that is likely to continue. In addition, there are significant risks that delays may be
encountered in sourcing materials, and as such delivery risks are also heightened in
this climate. Furthermore, the likelihood of ongoing cost escalations and sourcing
delays is high. This may place additional pressure on both the developer’s and
builder’s profit margins. These inherent risks should therefore be given careful
consideration in lending and investment decisions. Caution is advised in this regard.
▪ Risk Consideration: The value of development sites is traditionally highly volatile and
can be subject to changes of value in short timeframes. They appeal to a narrow
and very specific segment of the market, which can be significantly impacted by
many factors such as broader economic conditions, changes to government policy,
and changes in building costs. All these (and more) factors will likely have an impact
on the value for the subject property. As experienced in past market cycles, the value
of development sites can undergo corrections as supply, demand and cost factors
change. The Reliant Party/Intended user is/are strongly advised to consider this
inherent risk in their investment and lending decisions (for mortgage security
valuation).
The outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), declared by the World Health Organisation as a
“Global Pandemic” on the 11th of March 2020, has impacted many aspects of daily life and the global
economy – with some real estate markets experiencing significantly lower levels of transactional activity
and liquidity. As at the valuation date, in the case of the subject property, there is a shortage of market
evidence for comparison purposes, to inform opinions of value.
Our valuation of the property is therefore reported as being subject to ‘material valuation uncertainty’.
Consequently, less certainty – and a higher degree of caution – should be attached to our valuation than
would normally be the case.
For the avoidance of doubt, the inclusion of the ‘material valuation uncertainty’ declaration above does
not mean that the valuation cannot be relied upon. Rather, the declaration has been included to ensure
transparency of the fact that – in the current extraordinary circumstances – less certainty can be attached
to the valuation than would otherwise be the case. The material uncertainty clause is to serve as a
precaution and does not invalidate the valuation.
Values may change more rapidly and significantly than during standard market conditions. Given the
unknown future impact that COVID-19 might have on the real estate market and the difficulty in
differentiating between short term impacts and long-term structural changes, we recommend that you
keep the valuation(s) contained within this report under frequent review.
We draw your attention to the fact that a combination of global inflationary pressures (leading to higher
interest rates) and the recent geopolitical events in Ukraine, in addition to the on-going effects of the
global Covid-19 pandemic in some markets, has heightened the potential for greater volatility in property
markets over the short-to-medium term. Experience has shown that consumer and investor behavior can
quickly change during periods of such heightened volatility (For secured lending or acquisition purposes
only) and any lending or investment decisions should reflect this heightened level of volatility.
Material costs, labour costs and supply chains are currently unusually volatile with the market
experiencing price increases in some or all these areas during 2022. This has created significant
uncertainty in cost estimates that is likely to continue. In addition, there are significant risks that delays
may be encountered in sourcing materials and labour, and as such delivery risks are also heightened in
this climate.
Furthermore, the likelihood of ongoing cost escalations and sourcing delays is high. This may place
additional pressure on both the developer’s and builder’s profit margins.
These inherent risks should therefore be given careful consideration in lending and investment decisions.
Caution is advised in this regard.
The value of development projects is traditionally highly volatile and can be subject to changes of value
in short timeframes. They appeal to a narrow and very specific segment of the market, which can be
significantly impacted by many factors such as broader economic conditions, changes to government
policy and changes in building costs. All these (and more) factors will likely have an impact on the value
for the subject property.
As experienced in past market cycles, the value of development projects can undergo corrections as
supply, demand and cost factors change. The Reliant Party/Intended user is/are strongly advised to
consider this inherent risk in their investment and lending decisions (for mortgage security valuation).
The valuations have been conducted in accordance with the RICS Valuation – Global Standards 2022
(Incorporating the IVSC International Valuation Standards (IVS) effective from 31 January 2022) and is
in compliance with the International Valuation Standards (IVS). The valuation exercise has been
undertaken by appropriately qualified Valuer and would be aimed at assessing the Market Value of
subject property
As per the Valuation and Guidance Notes issued by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
the market value is defined as:
‘The estimated amount for which an asset or liability should exchange on the valuation date between a
willing buyer and a willing seller in an arm’s length transaction, after proper marketing and where the
parties had each acted knowledgeably, prudently and without compulsion’.
The purpose of this valuation exercise is to estimate the Market Value (MV) of the subject properties.
Market Value is derived through the following Methodologies:
In ‘Direct Comparison Approach’, the subject property is compared to similar properties that have
actually been sold in an arms-length transaction or are offered for sale (after deducting for value of built-
up structure located thereon). The comparable evidence gathered during research is adjusted for
premiums and discounts based on property specific attributes to reflect the underlying value of the
property.
The valuation exercise is aimed at the assessment of the Market Value (MV) of the subject property. In
considering the value of the property, we have considered the guidelines laid out in the Appraisal and
Valuation Manual published by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
The income approach is based on the premise that value of an income - producing asset is a function of
future benefits and income derived from that asset. There are two commonly used methods of the income
approach in real estate valuation namely, direct capitalization and discounted cash flow (DCF).
Direct capitalization involves capitalizing a ‘normalized’ single - year net income estimated by an
appropriate yield. This approach is best utilized with stable revenue producing assets, whereby there is
little volatility in the net annual income.
Using this valuation method, future cash flows from the property are forecasted using precisely stated
assumptions. This method allows for the explicit modelling of income associated with the property. These
future financial benefits are then discounted to a present-day value at an appropriate discount rate. The
valuation process and the assumptions for valuation adopted while undertaking the valuation under this
approach are detailed overleaf:
The market practice in most commercial/ IT developments involves contracting tenants in the form of
pre-commitments at sub-market rent to increase attractiveness of the property to prospective tenants –
typically extended to anchor tenants. Additionally, there are instances of tenants paying above-market
rent for certain properties as well (primarily owing to market conditions at the time of contracting the
lease). In order to arrive at a unit value for these tenancies, we have considered the impact of such sub/
above market leases on the valuation of the subject property.
For the purpose of this valuation exercise, we have analysed the tenancy details provided by the Client
to identify variances vis-à-vis prevailing marginal rent. In the event the rent is within the threshold (10.0%
for Bengaluru/ Mumbai assets & 15.0% for Pune/ Noida assets), we have assumed that the tenant will
continue on the current agreed terms. In the event the rent is higher than the marginal rent threshold,
we have assumed that the lease would be renegotiated to marginal rent terms (at the time of the lock-in
expiry, next escalation, etc.).
For each lease, the following steps have been undertaken to assess the rent over a 10-year time horizon:
▪ Step 1: Project the rent for identified tenancies up to the period of lease expiry, lock-in expiry, first
escalation, second escalation, etc. whichever is applicable. In the event of unleased spaces,
marginal rent to be adopted with suitable lease-up time
▪ Step 2: Generating a comparable marginal rent-based stream for identified tenancies for the
time period similar to the cash flows drawn in the aforementioned step
▪ Step 3: In the event the escalated contracted rent is above the marginal rent by threshold
highlighted above, the contracted terms are discarded, and the terms are reverted to marginal
rent. In the event the escalated contracted rent is within the threshold band of the marginal rent,
the contracted terms are adopted going forward until the next lease review/ renewal. Intent of this
step is to project the rent for respective leases until lease expiry as well as post expiry. Further, in
the under-construction developments, the pre-committed rent is compared with the marginal rent
to assess the treatment w.r.t. threshold limits
▪ Step 4: Computing the monthly income based on rent projected as part of Step 3 and translating
the same to quarterly income (for the next 10 years and 11th year – considered for calculation of
terminal value)
Further, to arrive at the total value of the leased spaces (from base rentals), appropriate revenues and
operational expenses (as highlighted below) have been projected on quarterly basis.
▪ Parking Income – adopted based on income inputs provided by Client for the leased spaces and
market assumption taken for vacant spaces
▪ Security Deposit – adopted based on inputs received from the Client for the leased spaces and
market assumption taken for vacant spaces
▪ Miscellaneous Income – adopted based on income inputs provided by Client for the property
o Annual Lease Rental / Property Taxes – adopted based on annual lease rental / property
tax assessed for the property as provided by Client
Margin on CAM – For all assets, we have looked at the operational revenues and expenses of the
respective assets to understand the recurring, non-recurring, recoverable and non-recoverable expenses
and accordingly modelled the common area maintenance income and operational expenses for the
asset. Additionally, we understand that for Embassy GolfLinks asset, CAM is being charged on the total
subject property admeasuring approx..4.7 Msf (GLSP’s share of 3.1 msf and non GLSP’s area of 1.6
msf).
▪ Revenue escalation ~ a market-led annual escalation on the market rent has been adopted
▪ Rent – free period ~ based on the trend prevalent in the subject submarket, we consider
appropriate rent-free periods for the value assessment of the subject property from lease
commencement date (for future / new leases)
▪ Brokerage ~ based on prevalent market dynamics, we consider brokerage for future / new leases
The other revenues and recurring operational expenses highlighted above have been capitalized at
market-led capitalization rates.
Additional Adjustments:
▪ Fit-out Income ~ adopted based on fit-out rent (if any) provided by Client till lease expiry of
applicable leases (same is not capitalized)
▪ Transaction Cost on Exit ~ adopted as a percentage of the terminal value after aforesaid
adjustments
The valuation process and the assumptions for valuation adopted while undertaking the valuation under
this approach are detailed overleaf:
Location and Site Analysis Review of site attributes impacting development potential
Market Research / Demand Market Research comprising of existing / upcoming supply, demand dynamics,
Estimation competition in market, pricing trend analysis, etc.
Comparison of pre-committed A comparative analysis performed to analyze the difference between the pre-
rentals with market rentals committed rentals and market rental
Rentals are further adjusted for variance, in order to best reflect the earning
Adjustment for rental variance
potential of the property for the purpose of capitalization
Adjustment for other income and Adjustments for other income like parking, CAM margin, property tax, insurance
expenditure etc,
Net Annual Operating Income for leased assets capitalized post occupancy
Capitalization of stabilized Net stabilization / stabilization of revenue stream
Operating Income
Capitalization rates derived through commercial yields in the micro-market
Discounting of EBDITA NPV derivation through discounting of periodic EBITDA cash flows;
Discounting rates derived through WACC/ yield plus the growth rate
Based on a detailed review of the leases for the respective subject properties, we noted that a large
number of leases at these properties were executed at rent prevalent at the time of signing of such leases
or at a discount to prevailing market rental (for a few anchor tenants). Since the real estate industry is
dynamic and is influenced by various factors (such as existing supply, tenants looking at spaces, quality
of spaces available in the market, overall health of the economy, existing rent, future growth plans, etc.)
at a particular point in time, negotiated rent may tend to move away from the prevalent market rent over
a period of time. It has also been witnessed that the market rent for some properties or submarkets
increase or decrease at a rate significantly different from those agreed to in initial leases. These factors
reinforce the need to review each of these leases in isolation to assess the intrinsic value of the property
under review.
Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature of asset involved, the value of the office
component in the subject properties has been assessed through the Discounted Cash Flow Method (using
rent reversion approach).
Further, the hotel components at the respective properties and the solar park have been valued using
Discounted Cash Flow Method.
Table below highlights various data points referred throughout the course of this valuation report and
the data sources for the same. Property related documents referred to in the table below have been
provided to the Consultants by the Client unless otherwise mentioned. The Consultants have assumed
the documents to be a true copy of the original. The rent rolls have been cross-checked with the lease
deeds on a sample basis to verify the authenticity.
Architect Certificate/
No. of Basements No. Sanctioned Plan/ Occupancy
Certificate
Documents/
Floor Plans NA Copy as applicable
Approvals
Lease Dates (Start, End, Lock in, Escalation Rent rolls/ Lease agreements
MM/DD/YYYY
etc.) for existing leases
Client / Consultants’
Construction Commencement Quarter, Year
Assessment
Construction
Timelines
Client / Consultants’
Construction Completion Quarter, Year
Assessment
Absorption
Timelines (for Respective spaces in each development Quarter, Year Consultants’ Assessment
vacant space)
Bengaluru
Embassy Manyata
Embassy TechVillage
Embassy GolfLinks
Hilton at GolfLinks
Embassy One
Embassy Business Hub
(Total Leasable Area – 29.6 Mn sft/1614 Keys)
Embassy Energy (Solar Park)
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EMBASSY OFFICE PARKS MANAGEMENT SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED | EMBASSY OFFICE PARKS REIT
JP Morgan 6.7%
Cognizant 5.9%
Flipkart 2.9%
ANSR 2.8%
▪ In our opinion, considering the portfolio’s scale (upwards of 40 msf), geographical diversity (more
than 3 cities) and best-in-class asset quality, Embassy REIT would be amongst the top 3 office
developers in India and over 200,000 employees work out of their assets
▪ In general, the Embassy REIT assets are located in in-fill locations within the best performing
submarkets of India’s top office markets of Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai and Noida. These cities on
an average have exhibited strong demographics, house skilled talent pools and have well-
developed infrastructure
▪ Most of the submarkets where Embassy REIT assets are located have exhibited strong market
dynamics, robust absorption leading to lower vacancy, high rent growth, etc.
▪ Based on our understanding, few prominent multinational tenants in the Embassy REIT portfolio
have one of their largest operations in India. These occupiers typically prefer to be operating out
of parks developed by Grade-A developers across the country including that of Embassy REIT
assets
▪ The assets are developed and managed according to international standards (for Grade-A
spaces) – makes them a preferred option in their respective submarkets for both domestic and
multinational occupiers
▪ Average in-place rent across the portfolio is significantly below the marginal rent across most
submarkets owing to a combination of long-term nature of existing leases as well as strong growth
witnessed in the market rents. This is expected to result in a significantly favourable mark to market
upside upon reversion of leases.
▪ Few of the Embassy REIT assets are amongst the largest in their respective submarkets offering
scalability to its occupiers. Replicating the development and success of such large-scale office
parks are limited by challenges in land acquisition in India along with longer development and
marketing timeframe involved in the evolution of such parks
The table below highlights the nature of interest of the Embassy REIT:
*Excluding the M3 block which is being developed on a leasehold land parcel (6.64 Acres);
^ Total land area under the ownership of Vikas Telecom Private Limited (“VTPL”) is 80.05 acres and under Sarla Infrastructure Private
Limited (“SIPL”), is 4.00 acres. Further, it is understood that out of total land area of 80.05 acres under the ownership of VTPL, 4.00
acres is leased to SIPL. Additionally, approx. 1.93 acres out of the total land extent is leasehold.
** In accordance with the terms of the JDA for Phase I of the development, the developer and landowner have entered into an area
allocation agreement to identify and allocate the specific constructed area / units that would fall under the landowner's 40% entitlement
and the developer's 60% allocation. The JDA for Phase II of the development contemplates that upon receipt of plan sanction, the parties
will enter into an area allocation agreement to identify and allocate the specific constructed area / units that would fall under the
landowners' 33% allocation and the developer's 67% allocation. The Client has acquired the Developer’s interests in the Subject Property.
The capitalization rate adopted for valuing various assets has been based on factors such as:
▪ historical entry yields (going in cap rates) for yield/ core office asset transactions across various
key markets in India which have steadily shown a downward trend over last 7 - 8 years from 10.5
- 11.5% to about 7.5% - 8.5% in last two to three years.
▪ Hotel assets have been observed to transact between an EV/ EBITDA multiple of approximately
11 – 13 historically and over the past few years has improved to an approximately 12 – 14
multiples
▪ The increased appetite for income producing assets and availability of various modes of finance
(real estate credit flows) backing such acquisitions
▪ The demand supply situation in the respective city and expected dynamics of demand leading
supply - given the barriers to entry such as land availability, higher initial cost outlays etc.
developers are expected to focus on fully built to suit or semi-speculative projects (with key tenants
tied in prior to launch of construction)
▪ Inflation – inflation (and interest rates) expected to be maintained in check with interventions from
regulators in case of severe swings
▪ Liquidity associated with REIT listed/ public listings (multiplicity of buyers and relatively lower
budgets per buyer)
Based on the above highlighted attributes, the following cap rates have been adopted for the purpose of
our valuation.
For discounting the cash flows, an appropriate discount rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC).
The Valuer has computed the cost of equity as per the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), which is
derived as follows:
Cost of equity = Risk Free Rate (Rf) + Beta (β) * (Market Return (Rm) – Risk Free Rate (Rf))
As mentioned above, the cost of equity computed using CAPM constitutes of the following components:
• Risk free rate (Rf) i.e., long term (10-year) treasury bond rate in India
• Market return (Rm) based on the returns of Broad-Based BSE 500 stock index for the past 10 to
15 years
• Computation of ‘Beta (β)’ of key listed realty stocks in India with respect to the Broad-Based BSE
500 stock index
The cost of equity adopted for specific projects has been adjusted for market/ project specific risk
pertaining to a real estate project such as execution risk (construction status), approval risk, marketing
risk, etc. and adjusted for taxation. While the assumptions regarding the quantum of these risks have no
quantitative basis, we have adopted them based on our understanding of the market and our opinion
on the project performance.
Completed Blocks
The cost of debt for competed office blocks has been considered based on prevalent Lease Rental
Discounting (LRD) rates for Grade A office parks across the Embassy REIT sub-markets.
For under construction/ proposed blocks, the cost of debt has been considered based on prevalent
Construction Finance (CF) rates for Grade A office parks across the Embassy REIT sub-markets.
Completed Blocks
As highlighted earlier, the cost of debt has been assumed based on the prevalent LRD rates while the
cost of equity assumed has been adjusted for asset and market specific attributes to reflect the market
expectations from an operational Grade A office development. Further, the proportion of debt and equity
has been derived considering the prevalent LRD tenures and its contribution in the overall asset value.
Based on above, the following WACC rate has been assumed for completed office blocks at various
Embassy REIT assets forming part of the said REIT portfolio:
As highlighted earlier, the cost of debt has been assumed based on the prevalent CF rates. Further, on
the base cost of equity assessed for completed blocks, additional risk premium towards construction and
marketing has been adopted to arrive at the cost of equity for under construction/ proposed blocks.
Additionally, the proportion of debt and equity has been derived considering the leverage extended for
construction of Grade A office developments based on industry benchmarks and feedback received from
financial institutions.
Based on above, the following WACC rate has been assumed for under construction/ proposed office
blocks at various Embassy REIT assets forming part of the said REIT portfolio:
Hotel
For the hotel component at various properties located across Bengaluru, the cost of debt has been
considered based on the prevalent lending rates for hospitality assets. Further, the cost of equity has
been assessed keeping in purview the historical returns of listed hospitality stocks, duly factoring in the
risk premium for the status of development and impact of seasonality in sustaining a stable ARR and
occupancy. Additionally, the proportion of debt and equity has been derived considering the leverage
extended for hospitality developments based on industry benchmarks and feedback received from
financial institutions.
Based on above, the following WACC rate has been assumed for hotel component at various Embassy
REIT assets forming part of the said REIT portfolio:
The cash flows are assumed to realize evenly during the course of every quarter; hence a mid-quarter
discounting convention has been adopted for the purpose of this valuation. Additionally, we have also
not factored any cash flows attributable to working capital requirement/expenses for valuation as the
same is immaterial.
4 Valuation Certificate
Property Name: Embassy Manyata is an Office Park located along Outer Ring Road, Nagavara, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Property Address: Nagavara Village, Kasaba Hobli, Bengaluru North Taluk, Bengaluru District and Rachenahalli and
Thanisandra Villages, Krishnarajapuram Hobli, Bengaluru East Taluk, Bengaluru District, Karnataka
Land Area: Based on review of the title report (for Manyata Promoters Pvt Ltd and M3 Block respectively), we
understand that the total land area of the subject property under the ownership of the Client is
approximately 121.76 Acres
Brief Description: The subject property is the second largest commercial office asset in India (in terms of scale), largest in
Bengaluru and is a landmark in North Bengaluru. The property is accessible through the Nagavara
Outer Ring Road emanating from Hebbal. Further, the subject development is strategically located in
proximity to micro-markets of Thanisandra & Hennur Road which are amongst the fastest developing
vectors in North Bengaluru.
The Nagavara Outer Ring Road, connects the subject location to prominent locations such as
Yeshwanthpur, KR Puram, Whitefield, Sarjapur Outer Ring Road, Old Madras Road, etc. Further, it is
located at a distance of 1-2 km from Nagavara Junction, 3-4 km from Hebbal Junction, 7-8 km from
Yelahanka Junction, 11-14 km from MG Road (CBD) and 29-31 km from Kempegowda International
Airport
Statement of Assets (sf): Based on physical verification of various documents, we understand that the subject property is an
operational Office Park with approximately 11.4 msf of completed leasable area with occupancy of 89%
as on the date of valuation. Projects with such large scale of development are typically observed to have
longer development lifecycle.
Table below highlights the leasable area for individual blocks that form part of the subject development:
Under
Operational
Total Construction /
Block Area
Area (msf) Proposed area
(In msf)
(in msf)
SEZ Area 11.0 7.9 3.11
Non – SEZ Area 4.2 3.5 0.7
Retail 0.06 0.06 -
Total – Office/ Retail 15.2 11.4 3.9
619 keys
Hotel 619 keys
(Hotel – 0.7 msf
(Including convention (Hotel – 0.7 msf -
Convention – 0.06
centre) Convention – 0.06 msf)
msf)
Source: Architect certificates, rent roll, lease deeds; Note – office & retail refers to leasable area
while hotel & convention refers to developable area
1
Based on information provided by client, we understand that the existing SEZ block D1-D2 is being demolished and the same will be
redeveloped and constructed as a Non SEZ block post de-notification. The same has been considered for the purpose of the valuation.
Other Components –
Discounted Cash Flow Method NA
Hotel, Convention, etc.
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final
property: Offer Document dated 27th March 2019
Ready Reckoner Rate (as Land Rate: INR 86,000 per sqm
per documents
Built-up Rate: INR 74,000 per sqm
published by State
Government):
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications
Disclaimers, Limitations detailed throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the
& Qualifications Assumptions, Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this
report and extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and
understanding of these statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and
for no other purpose. No responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole
or any part of the content of this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with
the proper valuation of the property.
Property Name: ‘Embassy TechVillage’ is a commercial office development with ancillary retail and hospitality component
located along Sarjapur Outer Ring Road, Devarabeesanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Property Address: Devarabeesanahalli Village & Kariammana Agrahara Village, Varthur Hobli, Bengaluru East Taluk,
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Land Area: Based on information provided by the Client (viz. title report), the Valuer understands that the total land
area of the larger land parcel admeasures approx. 103.44 acres and the land area under the purview of
this exercise admeasures approx. 84.05 acres. Total land area under the ownership of Vikas Telecom
Private Limited (“VTPL”) is 80.05 acres and under Sarla Infrastructure Private Limited (‘SIPL”) is 4.00 acres.
Further, it is understood that out of total land area of 80.05 acres under the ownership of VTPL, 4.00
acres is leased to SIPL and same is considered for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Brief Description: The subject property Embassy TechVillage is an office park located in Bengaluru comprising of commercial
development consisting of 7.3 million square feet (msf) of completed area, approximately 2.3 msf of
under-construction or proposed area and 518 proposed hotel keys. The subject property is located along
the Sarjapur Outer Ring Road (ORR), which is a prominent arterial road in the city. It is the south-eastern
portion of the concentric outer ring road. Sarjapur Outer Ring Road has emerged as one of the most
prominent commercial office hubs of Bengaluru, on account of the premium quality of commercial office
spaces and connectivity to other established micro-markets across the city. Some of the prominent
commercial developments along Sarjapur-ORR include Embassy TechVillage (subject property), RMZ
Ecospace, RMZ Ecoworld, Prestige Tech Park, Cessna Business Park, etc.
The subject property is located at a distance of 4-5 km from Marathahalli junction, 5-6 km from Sarjapur
road-ORR interchange, 9-10 km from Koramangala & K R Puram Junction, 13-14 km from MG Road
(CBD) and 43-44 km from Kempegowda International Airport
Statement of Assets Based on physical verification of various documents, we understand that the subject property is an
(sf): operational Office Park with approximately 7.3 msf of completed leasable area with occupancy of 97%
as on the date of valuation. Projects with such large scale of development are typically observed to have
longer development lifecycle. Table below highlights the leasable area for individual blocks that form part
of the subject development:
Under
Total Operational
Block Construction/Proposed
Area (sf) area (in msf)
area (in sf)
SEZ Area 3.7 3.7 -
Non – SEZ Area 5.8 3.5 2.3
Total – Office/ Retail 9.6 7.3 2.3
Hotel 0.8 0.8
(Including convention (518 Keys) - (518 Keys)
centre)
Source: Architect Certificate, rent roll, lease deeds; Note – office & retail refers to leasable area while
hotel & convention refers to developable area; 8.5 msf of the total office area and 0.8 msf of hotel
area (including convention center) is under the ownership of VTPL (Vikas Telecom Private Limited) and
the balance 1.1 msf of the total area (corresponding to block 9) is under the ownership of SIPL (Sarla
Infrastructure Private Limited)
Other Components –
NA Discounted Cash Flow Method
Hotel, Convention, etc.
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken on 24th December 2020
property:
1. The area included under the purview of this exercise is restricted to the blocks highlighted in the
description of this valuation report.
2. Area exclusive of developable area of 0.8 msf corresponding to under-construction hotels and
convention center. Value inclusive of value corresponding to under-construction hotels and
convention center.
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
Limitations & Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
Qualifications extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No
responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content
of this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the
property.
Property Name: ‘Express Towers’ is an operational city centre office located along Barrister Rajni Patel Marg, Nariman
Point, Mumbai
Property Address: Plot No. 236, Block-III of Backbay Reclamation Estate, Barrister Rajni Patel Marg, Nariman Point,
Mumbai
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under
the ownership of the Client is approximately 1.46 acres
Brief Description: The subject property ‘Express Towers’ is a city centre office situated in Nariman Point. The B+G+25
storey structure which was completed in the early 1970s has been refurbished in the past few years.
Nariman Point is located at the southern tip of the Mumbai City, at approximately 1 - 2 km from the
Churchgate Railway Station and approximately 25 – 28 km from the Domestic / International City
Airport terminal.
Statement of Assets Based on review of various documents (such as rent roll, Architect’s Certificate etc.), the subject property
(sf): is an operational city centre office with approximately 0.5 msf of completed leasable area and out of
which approximately 83% is leased as on the date of valuation. Also, the top floor (25th floor) is not
owned by the Client. Table below highlights the leasable area details for the subject development under
the ownership of the Client.
Purchase Date for The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final Offer
the property: Document dated 27th March 2019
Value Conclusion as
Component Market Value (INR Mn)
of March 31, 2023:
Express Towers 18,252
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
Limitations & Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
Qualifications extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No
responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content of
this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the
property.
Property Name: ‘Embassy 247’ is an operational office located along LBS Road, Vikhroli West, Mumbai
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under the
ownership of the Client is approximately 7.27 acres
Brief Description: The subject property ‘Embassy 247’ is an operational office located along LBS Road in Vikhroli west, Mumbai.
The development is divided in three towers viz. A, B & C. The towers A & C are identical to each other and
have an elevation of 2 Basement + Ground + 11 upper floors. Tower B is situated in between of Tower A &
C and has an elevation of 2 Basement + Ground + 14 upper floors. Based on the site visit, it is understood
that all the three towers are internally connected from basement to the 3 rd floor and floors 10 and 11
respectively. The entire development has a total completed leasable area of approximately 1.2 msf. The
subject property is in proximity to established residential and commercial locations within the city such as
Powai, Vikhroli, Kanjurmarg etc.
The subject property is located at approximately 28-30 km from the Central Business District of Mumbai (viz.
Nariman Point), approximately 11-12 km from Domestic Airport terminal, approximately 10-12 km from the
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Terminal.
Statement of Assets Based on information provided by the Client, the total completed leasable area considered for the purpose
(sf): of this valuation is 1.2 msf. Table below highlights the leasable area details for the subject development:
Purchase Date for The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final Offer
the property: Document dated 27th March 2019
Value Conclusion
Component Market Value (INR Mn)
as of March 31,
Embassy 247 18,684
2023:
Total Value of the property 18,684
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions, Disclaimers,
Limitations & Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and extension of our liability
Qualifications is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these statements. This valuation is for
the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No responsibility is accepted to any third
party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content of this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary
interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the property.
Property Name: First International Finance Centre is an operational office located along Bandra Kurla Complex Road,
Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Property Address: G-Block, BKC Road, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under the
ownership of the Client is approximately 1.99 Acres
Brief Description: The subject property, ‘First International Finance Centre’ is an operational office located along BKC Road
in G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai. The subject development has a total leasable area of
approximately 0.7 msf. The development is operated as a condominium and is co-owned by two entities
viz. a leading bank and the Client. Based on review of the title report for the subject property, the Client has
an ownership of approximately 0.4 msf of the total leasable area and the same has been considered for
the purpose for this valuation exercise (this area will be considered as the subject property hereinafter). The
subject property is in proximity to locations such as Kurla, Bandra West, Santacruz etc., which are considered
as established residential and commercial locations within the city.
The subject property is located approximately 20-22 km from the Central Business District (CBD) of Mumbai,
approximately 6-8 km from Domestic Airport Terminal, approximately 8-9 km from the International Airport
Terminal, Mumbai
Statement of Assets Based on review of various documents (such as rent roll, Architect’s Certificate, lease deeds, etc.), the subject
(sf): property is an operational office asset with approximately 0.4 msf of completed leasable area out of which
approximately 91% is leased as on the date of valuation. Table below highlights the leasable area details
for the subject development:
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final Offer
property: Document dated 27th March 2019
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions, Disclaimers,
Limitations & Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and extension of our
Qualifications liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these statements. This
valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No responsibility is
accepted to any third party who may use or rely overall or any part of the content of this valuation. The valuer
has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the property.
Property Name: ‘Embassy TechZone’ is an office park located in Phase 2, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjewadi, Pune,
Maharashtra
Property Address: Plot No. 3/A and Plot No. 3/B, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjewadi, Phase-II, Village Marunji, Taluka Mulshi,
District Pune, Maharashtra
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under the
ownership of the Client is approximately 67.45 acres
Brief Description: ‘Embassy TechZone’, has been conceptualized as an office park spread across a total land area of
approximately 67.45 acres. The property is an operational IT office park leased to various tenants and is also
well equipped with number of facilities and amenities like food court, amphitheatre, intra park shuttles,
gymnasium, multilevel car parking, sports ground, etc. The area details of the property are as follows:
‘Embassy TechZone’ is strategically located in Hinjewadi which is a prominent commercial technology hub of
Pune city. ‘Embassy TechZone’ is located at a distance of approximately 5 – 6 km from National Highway 48
(Connecting Mumbai – Pune – Bengaluru), 20 – 21 km from Pune CBD (Peth areas), approximately. 22 – 23
km from Pune Railway Station and approximately 26 - 27 km from Pune International Airport.
Statement of Assets Based on review of various documents (such as rent roll, lease deeds, Architect’s Certificate, etc.), we
(sf): understand that ‘Embassy TechZone’ is an operational IT office park with approximately 3.0 msf of completed
stock out of which approximately 65% is leased as on date of valuation. Further, the property has approximately
2.4 msf of proposed development which is currently at land stage. Table below highlights the leasable area for
individual blocks that form part of the subject development:
Source: Rent roll, lease deeds, architect certificate provided by the Client
Purchase Date for The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final Offer
the property: Document dated 27th March 2019
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions, Disclaimers,
Limitations & Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and extension of our
Qualifications liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these statements. This
valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No responsibility is
accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content of this valuation. The
valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the property
Property Name: ‘Embassy Quadron’ is an office park located in Phase 2, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjewadi, Pune,
Maharashtra
Property Address: Plot No. 28, Hinjewadi Phase II, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Pune, Maharashtra, 411057
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under the
ownership of the Client is approximately 25.52 acres
Brief Description: ‘Embassy Quadron’, has been conceptualized as an IT SEZ office park leased to various domestic and multi-
national IT/ ITeS tenants. The property is a high-quality office park, well equipped with number of facilities
and amenities like enhanced landscapes, state of the art 2,000+ seater food court, ATMs, indoor sports zone,
gymnasium, crèche, two-wheeler and four-wheeler car parking spaces, etc. The property has been constructed
in phased manner between 2008 to 2011.
Further, ‘Embassy Quadron’ is strategically located in Hinjewadi which is a prominent commercial technology
hub of Pune city. ‘Embassy Quadron’ is located at a distance of approximately 7 – 8 km from National
Highway 48 (connecting Mumbai – Pune – Bengaluru), 22 – 23 km from Pune CBD (Peth areas), 22 – 23 km
from Pune Railway Station and approximately 26 - 27 km from Pune International Airport.
Statement of Assets Based on review of various documents (such as rent roll, lease deeds, Architect’s Certificate, etc.), we
(sft): understand that ‘Embassy Quadron’ is an operational SEZ office asset with approximately 1.9 msf of
completed leasable area out of which occupancy is approximately 50% as on the date of valuation. Table
below highlights the leasable area for individual blocks that form part of the subject development:
Source: Rent roll, lease deeds, architect certificate provided by the Client;
Purchase Date for The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final Offer
the property: Document dated 27th March 2019
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions, Disclaimers,
Limitations & Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and extension of our
Qualifications liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these statements. This
valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No responsibility is
accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content of this valuation. The
valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the property.
Property Name: ‘Embassy Qubix’ is an office park located in Phase 1, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjewadi, Pune,
Maharashtra
Property Address: Plot No.2, Blue Ridge Township, Near Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park – Phase I, Hinjewadi, Pune, Maharashtra
411057
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under the
ownership of the Client is approximately 25.16 acres
Brief Description: “Embassy Qubix”, has been conceptualized as an IT SEZ office park leased to various domestic and multi-
national IT/ ITeS tenants. The property is well equipped with number of facilities and amenities like
enhanced landscapes, Q Court Courtyard, grocery stores, ATMs, two-wheeler and four-wheeler car
parking spaces, etc. The property has been constructed in phased manner between 2010 to 2012.
Further, Embassy Qubix is strategically located in Hinjewadi which is a prominent commercial (IT/ITeS) hub
of Pune city. Embassy Qubix is located at a distance of approximately 3 – 4 km from National Highway 48
(connecting Mumbai – Pune – Bengaluru), 18 – 19 km from Pune CBD (Peth areas), 19 – 20 km from Pune
Railway Station and approximately 23 - 24 km from Pune International Airport.
Statement of Assets (sf): Based on review of various documents (such as rent roll, lease deeds, Architect’s Certificate, etc.), we
understand that “Embassy Qubix” is an operational SEZ office asset with approximately 1.5 msf of
completed leasable area and is approx. 90% occupied as on the date of valuation. Table below highlights
the leasable area for individual blocks that form part of the subject development:
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final
property: Offer Document dated 27th March 2019
published by State
Government):
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, Limitations throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
& Qualifications Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No
responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content of
this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the
property.
Property Name: ‘Embassy Oxygen’ is an operational office park located at Sector 144, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Property Address: Plot No. – 07, Sector 144, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under
the ownership of the Client is approximately 24.83 acres
Brief Description: The subject property “Embassy Oxygen” is a partly operational office park, leased to various occupiers.
The subject property is located at Sector 144, Noida in proximity to Noida – Greater Noida Expressway,
which is an emerging commercial / residential vector of Noida. The property is a two-side open plot with
accessibility via approximately 45 m and 24 m wide roads. The subject property lies in proximity to various
office developments such as Candor TechSpace, Assotech Business Cresterra, Advant Navis Business
Park, Stellar 135, Express Trade Towers 2, etc.
The subject property is located in close proximity to Noida – Greater Noida Expressway, which makes it
easily accessible from other regions of NCR (National Capital Region) such as Delhi, Greater Noida, etc.
Further, it is located at a distance of approximately 16 – 17 km from the established commercial hub of
Noida viz. Sector-18, approximately 16 – 17 km from DND (Delhi-Noida Direct) Flyway and
approximately 38 – 39 km from Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
Statement of Assets (sf): Based on review of various documents (such as architect certificate, rent roll, lease deeds, etc.), the subject
property is an operational SEZ office asset with approximately 2.5 msf of completed leasable area, out
of which occupancy is approximately 67% as on the date of valuation. Table below highlights the leasable
area for completed and under construction / proposed blocks that form part of the subject development:
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final
property: Offer Document dated 27th March 2019
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Based on information provided by client, we understand that the client has applied for denotification of the under construction SEZ
block. The client intends to develop and construct the block as a Non-SEZ development. The same has been considered for the
purpose of the valuation.
Ready Reckoner Rate (as Land Rate: INR 28,000 per sqm of land area
per documents
Built-up Rate: INR 15,000 per sqm of covered area
published by State
Government):
Value Conclusion as of
Component Market Value (INR Mn)
March 31, 2023:
Completed Blocks 19,301
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications
Disclaimers, Limitations detailed throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
& Qualifications Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose.
No responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the
content of this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation
of the property
Property Name: ‘Embassy Galaxy’ is an operational office park located at Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Property Address: A-44 & 45, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India – 201309
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under
the ownership of the Client is approximately 9.88 acres
Brief Description: The subject property “Embassy Galaxy” is an operational office park, leased to various occupiers. The
subject property is located at Sector 62, Noida, which is an established commercial vector of Noida. The
property is accessible by an internal road of Sector 62 (approximately 45 m wide). The subject property
lies in proximity to various office developments such as 3C Green Boulevard, Stellar IT Park, Logix Cyber
Park, Candor Techspace, etc.
The subject property is located in close proximity to National Highway (NH) – 24, which makes it easily
accessible from other regions of NCR (National Capital Region) such as Delhi, Ghaziabad, etc. Further,
it is located at a distance of approximately 9 – 10 km from the established commercial hub of Noida viz.
Sector-18, approximately 10 – 11 km from DND Flyway and approximately 31 – 32 km from Indira
Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
Statement of Assets (sf): Based on review of various documents (such as architect certificate, rent roll, lease deeds, etc.), the subject
property is an operational office park with approximately 1.4 msf of completed leasable area, which is
approximately 96% leased as on the date of valuation. Table below highlights the leasable area details
for the subject development:
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final
property: Offer Document dated 27th March 2019
Ready Reckoner Rate (as Land Rate: INR 65,000 per sqm of land area
per documents
Built-up Rate: INR 15,000 per sqm of covered area
published by State
Government):
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications
Disclaimers, Limitations detailed throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
& Qualifications Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose.
No responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the
content of this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation
of the property
Property Name: Embassy GolfLinks is an Office Park located along Intermediate Ring Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Property Address: Challaghatta Village, Varthur Hobli, Mahadevapura, Bengaluru East Taluk, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under
the ownership of the Client is approximately 37.11 Acres
Brief Description: The subject property, “Embassy GolfLinks”, is an operational Office Park located along Intermediate Ring
Road, Bengaluru. This Office Park has a total leasable area of over 4.00 msf and is one of the largest
Office Park in the submarket in terms of scale of development. Projects with such large scale of
development are typically observed to have longer development lifecycle. The interest being valued
corresponds to approximately 3.1 msf of office area which forms part of the economic interest of the
Client. The larger development also includes an operational hotel (Hilton at GolfLinks). The immediate
surroundings of the subject property comprise of large aggregates of land owned by the Defence Services
of the Country Karnataka Golf Association’s operational golf course, Diamond District, Divyasree
Greens, Maruthi Infotech Park, etc. In addition, the subject property is located in proximity to locations
such as Indiranagar, Koramangala etc., which are considered as established residential and commercial
locations within the city.
The subject property is located at a distance of approximately <1 km from the Domlur flyover, 1 – 2 km
from Indiranagar, 2-3 km from Koramangala, 7-8 km from MG Road and approximately 43 – 45 km
from Bengaluru International Airport.
Statement of Assets (sf): Based on review of various documents (such as rent roll, Architect’s Certificate, etc.), the subject property
is an operational Office Park with approximately 3.1 msf of completed leasable area and is 97%
committed as on the date of valuation. Table below highlights the leasable area for subject property that
form part of the subject development:
Source: Source: Rent roll, lease deeds, architect certificate provided by the Client
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final
property: Offer Document dated 27th March 2019. An additional area of 170,930 sft was acquired in Q3, FY
2022.Further an additional area of 185,803 sft was acquired in Q1, FY 2023
Note: The valuation presented is for 100% interest in the asset. However, based on inputs provided by the
Client, the REIT hold 50% of the interests in the asset (viz. 34,996 Mn)
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations, and qualifications
Disclaimers, Limitations detailed throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
& Qualifications Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose.
No responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the
content of this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation
of the property
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Not Applicable. For completed properties, guidance (ready reckoner) value is calculated on the basis of built-up area
Property Name: ‘Embassy One’ is a premium mixed-used asset (office, retail and hospitality component) located along,
Bellary Road, Ganga Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under the
ownership of the Client is approximately 5.62 Acres (which incrementally includes residential component).
The interest being valued as part of this assessment is an undivided share of 3.19 Acres (for the office, retail
and hospitality components).
Brief Description: The subject property is a mixed-used asset comprising of commercial, retail and hospitality components.
Subject property is located in a premium location in close proximity to the CBD, approximately 6-7 km from
MG Road. The stretch between the CBD and Mekhri Circle is recognized as a premium residential and
hospitality hub of Bengaluru. Subject location lies in close proximity to premium residential colonies of
Sheshadripuram, Sadashiva Nagar, Dollars colony, Fraser Town, Jayamahal, etc., which house affluent
population of businessmen community, ministers, etc. Further, the location is considered an established hub
for premium hotels, housing prominent 5-star hotels such as Windsor Manor, Lalit Ashok, & Taj Westend.
As per information provided by the client, we understand that 60.0% of total area is leased as of date of
valuation.
The subject property’s location along the initial stretch of Bellary Road further adds to the attractiveness of
the development. Bellary Road connects the city centre to the airport and also provides connectivity to all
major hubs within Bengaluru City. Further, the subject property’s proximity to the Hebbal Outer Ring Road,
connects the subject location to prominent locations such as Yeshwanthpur, KR Puram, Whitefield, Sarjapur
Outer ring road, Old Madras Road, etc. Further, it is located at a distance of 1-2 km from Mekhri Circle,
3-4 km from Hebbal ORR Junction, 6-7 km from MG Road, 27-28 K from Bengaluru International Airport.
Statement of Assets Table below highlights the area details for individual blocks that form part of the subject development:
(sf):
Block No of Keys/ Leasable Area (msf)
Office 0.3
Hotel (Four Seasons at Embassy One) 230 keys
Total 230 Keys / 0.3
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final Offer
property: Document dated 27th March 2019
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
Limitations & Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
Qualifications extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No
responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content of
this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the
property
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Not Applicable. For completed properties, guidance (ready reckoner) value is calculated on the basis of built-up area
Property Name: Hilton at GolfLinks is an operational hospitality development as part of a larger integrated Office Park
‘Embassy GolfLinks’ located along Intermediate Ring Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Property Address: Challaghatta Village, Varthur Hobli, Bengaluru East Taluk, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Land Area: Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property under the
ownership of the Client is approximately 3.58 Acres
Brief Description: The subject property, Hilton at GolfLinks, is an operational hospitality development located along
Intermediate Ring Road, Bengaluru. The interest being valued corresponds to a developed area of 0.45
msf of hotel with 247 keys (operational since March 2014). The immediate surroundings of the subject
property comprise of large aggregates of land owned by the Defence Services of the Country Karnataka
Golf Association’s operational golf course, Diamond District, Divyasree Greens, Maruthi Infotech Park, etc.
In addition, the subject property is located in proximity to locations such as Indiranagar, Koramangala etc.,
which are considered as established residential and commercial locations within the city. In addition to the
subject property, the submarket also comprises of other hotels such as The Leela, The Paul, Ramada Encore,
etc.
The subject property is located at a distance of approximately <1 km from the Domlur flyover, 1 – 2 km
from Indiranagar, 2-3 km from Koramangala, 7-8 km from MG Road and approximately 43 – 45 km
from Bengaluru International Airport.
Statement of Assets (sf): Based on physical verification of various documents, we understand that the subject property is an
operational hospitality development. Table below highlights the total operational area of the subject
development:
Block No of keys
247 keys
Hilton at GolfLinks
(Developed area – 0.4 msf)
Source: Architect certificate provided by the Client;
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final Offer
property: Document dated 27th March 2019
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Not Applicable. For completed properties, guidance (ready reckoner) value is calculated on the basis of built-up area
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, Limitations & throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
Qualifications Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No
responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content of
this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the
property
Property Name: ‘Embassy Energy’ is a Solar Photovoltaic (PV) electricity generation facility spread across Villages Ittigi,
Mooregeri and Nellukudure, Bellary District, Karnataka
Property Address: Villages Ittigi and Mooregeri in Huvin Hadagali Taluka and Nellukudure in Hagri Bommanhalli Taluka,
Bellary District, Karnataka
Land Area: We understand from the Client, title reports, site plans, letter highlighting Commercial Operations Date
and site visit, that the park is spread over 465.77 acres of which the land aggregation is in place by way
of sale deed, Agreement to Sell (ATS) or General Power of Attorney (GPA), etc. We understand that
currently only about 424.44 acres is owned by the company by way of Sale Deed whereas the rest is
under various stages of sale and conversion – below is a table which highlights the current status of the
Land Aggregation. Further, we understand that physical possession of the land is with EEPL and/or its
contractors and sub-contractors and that the solar park has been constructed on most of the land. It is
assumed that the sale and conversion would be successful, and any adverse impact has not been factored
in the valuation
Brief Description: The subject property is an operational solar park under the ownership of ‘Embassy-Energy Private Limited
(EEPL)’. The subject site is spread across three villages namely Ittigi, Mooregeri and Nellukudure in Bellary
District. The subject location is situated at a distance of more than 300 km from Bengaluru City and is
currently a nascent vector in terms of real estate activity. Being a peripheral location, the region is
predominantly characterized by the presence of agricultural land parcels (with black cotton soil). However,
a few solar parks are currently operational/ proposed at the subject location by prominent players such
as Adani, ReNew, etc. The accessibility of the subject region is via State Highway – 45 (SH – 45).
On account of being accessible through the State Highway – 45 (SH – 45), the subject property enjoys
good connectivity to neighbouring towns and villages. Further, it is located at a distance of approximately
3 – 4 km from the 220 KV Sub-station (Ittigi), approximately 3 – 4 km from Ittigi Village Centre,
approximately 65 – 70 km from Davangere and approximately 300 – 310 km from MG Road
(Bengaluru).
Based on review of power purchase agreements between EEPL and the power purchasers, the Valuer
understands that the solar plant would supply electricity to the existing office parks / hotels of Embassy in
Bengaluru. In lieu of the same, it is understood that EEPL has already signed power purchase agreements
(PPAs) for 25 years with various entities for commercial and industrial category.
Statement of Assets: Based on review of various documents (such as deferred payment agreement, project development
agreement, commissioning certificates, Government Order, etc.), the solar park has an installed capacity
of approximately 130 Mega Watts (MW) DC (output will be 100 MW AC), capable of generating at least
215 million Units (MU) of electricity by the end of the first 12 months from the date on which it achieves
COD and subject to plant stabilization. Table below highlights the details for the subject plant:
Particular Detail
Capacity (MW) (A) 130 MW DC (100 MW AC)
Plant Load Factor (%) (B) 16.3%
Number of hours in a day I 24
Days in a year (D) 365
Total units generated (kWH) (A * B * C * D) * 1000 185 million Units (MU)* in kWH in Year 1
Source: Various documents/ inputs provided by the Client; * Subject to plant stabilization, however,
considering the past performance of the subject plant, the maximum generation has been capped at
approx. 185 million Units (MU) for any given year
As per the PPAs executed with various entities, the purchasers have agreed to purchase at least 85%
of the contracted quantity (‘minimum guaranteed offtake’) each tariff year, commencing from the
commercial operation date until the end of the term.
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken as part of the ‘Formation Transaction’ as described in the Final
property: Offer Document dated 27th March 2019
Ready Reckoner Rate (as Land Rate: INR 75,000 – 80,000 per acre of land area across the villages housing the park
per documents
published by State
Government):
Value Conclusion as of
Component Value (INR Mn)
March 31, 2023:
Enterprise Value – EEPL 8,514
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications
Disclaimers, Limitations detailed throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
& Qualifications Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose.
No responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the
content of this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation
of the property.
Property Name: ‘Embassy Business Hub’ is a commercial office development located along Venkatala Village, Bengaluru
North, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Land Area: The Valuer understands from the Client, Joint development agreement, title deed, site plans, letter
highlighting Commercial Operations Date and site visit, that the park is spread over 13 Acres
Brief Description: The valuer understands from client, title documents and JDAs the subject property is an under construction
commercial development christened ‘Embassy Business Hub’ located on Bellary Road (NH-44),
Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Further, the location is currently an emerging micro-market with
majority of residential and commercial developments under various stages of construction.
There are two Joint Development Agreement’s (JDA) entered between various landowners and Embassy
Construction Private Limited (“ECPL” or the “Developer”). The Developer is required to construct a 2.1
million square feet (msf) commercial development, and in return the developer will be allocated a portion
of ownership of the completed development, with the remaining shares allocated to the landowners.
In accordance with the terms of the JDA for Phase I of the development, the developer and landowner
have entered into an area allocation agreement to identify and allocate the specific constructed area /
units that would fall under the landowner's 40% entitlement and the developer's 60% allocation. The JDA
for Phase II of the development contemplates that upon receipt of plan sanction, the parties will enter into
an area allocation agreement to identify and allocate the specific constructed area / units that would fall
under the landowners' 33% allocation and the developer's 67% allocation. The Client has acquired the
Developer’s interests in the Subject Property.
Statement of Assets Based on review of various documents (such as rent roll, lease details, JDA, etc.), the subject property is a
(sf): Non SEZ office asset with approximately 2.1 msf of under construction leasable area, out of which client’s
share of leasable area is approximately 1.4 msf as on the date of valuation. The table below highlights
the leasable area for under construction/ proposed blocks that form part of the subject development:
Table below highlights the leasable area for individual blocks that form part of the subject development:
Under
Total Operational Construction /
Block
Area (msf) area (in msf) Proposed area
(in msf)
Total – Office/ Retail 2.1 - 2.1
Client’s share of leasable area 1.4 - 1.4
Source: Architect Certificate, Rent roll, Joint Development Agreement provided by the Client
Valuation Under Construction/
Valuation Approach Completed Blocks
Approaches: Proposed Blocks
Purchase Date for the The said acquisition was undertaken on 28th March 2023
property:
Assumptions, This valuation report is provided subject to assumptions, disclaimers, limitations and qualifications detailed
Disclaimers, throughout this report which are made in conjunction with those included within the Assumptions,
Limitations & Disclaimers, Limitations & Qualifications section located within this report. Reliance on this report and
Qualifications extension of our liability is conditional upon the reader’s acknowledgement and understanding of these
statements. This valuation is for the use of the party to whom it is addressed and for no other purpose. No
responsibility is accepted to any third party who may use or rely on the whole or any part of the content
of this valuation. The valuer has no pecuniary interest that would conflict with the proper valuation of the
property.
The following table highlights the summary of the market value of each property part of the said Embassy
REIT portfolio as on March 31, 2023:
Official Signatory:
5 Embassy Manyata
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Nagavara Village, Kasaba Hobli, Bengaluru North Taluk, Bengaluru District and Rachenahalli
Address and Thanisandra Villages, Krishnarajapuram Hobli, Bengaluru East Taluk, Bengaluru District,
Karnataka
Based on review of the title report (for Manyata Promoters Pvt Ltd and M3 Block respectively),
Land Area we understand that the total land area of the subject property under the ownership of the
Client is approximately 121.76 Acres
Total Operational Area – 11.4 msf
Total under-construction/ proposed area – 3.9 msf
Leasable Area
Hotel - 619 keys
(Developed area of hotel – 0.7 msf/ convention – 0.06 msf)
Source: Title Report, Architect Certificate
On account of being accessible through the Outer Ring Road, the subject property
Location:
enjoys good connectivity to other established submarkets such as Yeshwanthpur,
KR Puram, Whitefield, Sarjapur Outer ring road, etc. The location has emerged as
a prominent real estate hub in the past 5-6 years, post operations commencement
of the International Airport in Devanahalli. Embassy Manyata (“the subject
property”) is a prominent large-scale Office Park in the sub-market, which has
driven the demand for residential and other support real estate components in the
region (including further office). The Park is surrounded by a dense residential
catchment which supports the over 100,000 people working in the park.
Organized real estate developments in the subject location are primarily limited to
residential activity (with hospitality components recently concluded) and have
limited presence of other real estate components such as retail, etc. The initial
stretches on North Bengaluru submarket have emerged as a key commercial office
market with residential projects at various stages of development to support the
working population. Further to the North, the location is emerging in terms of real
estate activity and majority of the developments are at various stages of
construction. Howard Johnson and Country Inn Suites were the only organized
hotel developments in the immediate vicinity of the subject property till Hilton and
Hilton Garden Inn have started operations in subject property, whereas Elements
Mall (Thannisandra) & Esteem Mall (Bellary Road NH-44) are the only operational
retail developments. Infrastructure initiatives such as the Elevated Expressway,
Aerospace SEZ, and the proposed Devanahalli Business Park are expected to
further boost infrastructure development and attract investments into North
Bengaluru. In addition, planned development of Bengaluru metro connecting
Nagavara in North Bengaluru will act as a major demand catalyst going forward.
Additionally, the state government has proposed to connect North Bengaluru and
Airport via the Nagavara – Bagalur route. It is understood that metro connectivity
will be in close proximity of Embassy Manyata.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Potential As highlighted earlier, the subject location has emerged as one of the prominent
changes in real estate activity hubs in the city. Activity in the subject region was initiated with
surroundings: establishment of Embassy Manyata (subject property) in year 2006 and
Kempegowda International Airport in 2008. In addition, infrastructure initiatives
such as the completion of Outer Ring Road and elevated expressway connecting
Hebbal to airport improved the connectivity of the subject sub-market. Continued
planned development within Embassy Manyata (commercial office components) is
expected to further augment growth of the submarket. Additionally, the
construction of a new flyover by the Client at the entrance of the asset has further
improved the connectivity to the park.
Going forward, infrastructure initiatives such as the metro connectivity will further
enhance the attractiveness of the subject location.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on site plan provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site visit,
it is understood that the subject property is an irregular shaped land parcel.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to
be even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Frontage: Based on review of site plan, visual inspection and measurements made on
Google maps, we understand that the frontage is approximately 250 meters along
the ORR.
Accessibility: Based on the site map provided by the Client and visual inspection, the access to
the subject property is by the service road, emanating from the northern section of
the Outer Ring Road (viz. main arterial road circling Bengaluru) and this serves as
the primary access to the subject property. By virtue of the same the property enjoys
excellent accessibility and frontage.
Please refer Exhibit & Addenda for the site plan of the subject property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by King & Partridge and as provided by the Client, we
understand that the exact address of the subject property is Rachenahalli Village, Bengaluru East Taluk,
Nagavara Village, Bengaluru North Taluk, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Additionally, it is understood that the
subject property is freehold in nature (excluding the M3 block which is being developed on a leasehold
land parcel approx. 6.64 Acres, with remaining lease term approx. 55 years).
Further, this appraisal exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. Consultants have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning
As per the RMP 2015, we understand that the subject property is zoned as “Industrial
Hi-Tech” for It/ITeS (SEZ) and IT/ITeS (Non-SEZ) use. As per the Occupancy
Certificates it is located within the jurisdiction of Karnataka Industrial Areas
Development Board (KIADB). The same has been considered for the purpose of this
appraisal. Consultants have made no further inquiries with the local authorities in
this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by consultants for the subject property has been
based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It must
be noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land
area and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various
documents (such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments (existing
/ under construction / proposed) adhere to building regulations as prescribed by
the relevant authorities. Consultants have not validated the information provided by
the Client with the relevant development authorities.
Approved
Based on Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection
Usage:
during our site visit, we understand that the subject property is an Office Park (SEZ
& Non-SEZ), comprising of 26 operational blocks. The current use of the subject
property has been provided by the Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules
and regulations as prescribed by the local development authority. However,
Consultants has not made any enquiries with the relevant local authorities to
validate the same for its specific applicability to the subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current
use of the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural
induced hazards: or induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the area details of the subject property:
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Block Age
Building Elevation SEZ/Non-SEZ Leasable Area (msf)
Name (Years)
Completed Block
Jacaranda (C1) 2B+G+4 Non-SEZ 13 0.3
Cedar (C2) B+G+8 SEZ 13 0.5
ELM (C4) B+G+6 SEZ 13 0.4
Redwood (D3) B+G+10 SEZ 15 0.4
Cypress (D4) B+G+10 SEZ 15 0.5
Beech (E1&FC) B+G+3 Non-SEZ 14 0.2
Ebony (G2) 2B+G+8 SEZ 10 0.4
Aspen (G4) 2B+G+10 SEZ 10 0.4
Rosewood (K) B+G+4 Non-SEZ 16 0.2
Magnolia (B) B+G+3 Non-SEZ 16 0.3
Silver Fir (L6) B+G+10 Non-SEZ 11 0.4
Mahogany (F2) B+G+10 SEZ 13 0.8
Silver Oak (E2) G+7 Non-SEZ 14 0.5
Pine (L5) B+G+10 Non-SEZ 13 0.4
Eucalyptus (H1) B+G+6 SEZ 14 0.4
Mulberry (G1) 2B+G+8 SEZ 12 0.4
Palm (F3) 2B+G+10 SEZ 9 0.7
G1-G2 Bridge (G1G2) 5 SEZ 10 0.0
Mountain Ash (H2) 2B+G+10 SEZ 9 0.7
Hazel (L3) 2B+G+10 SEZ 7 0.5
MFAR (MFAR Green) 3B+G+11 Non-SEZ 7 0.2
Teak (G3) 2B+G+10 SEZ 7 0.8
Block Age
Building Elevation SEZ/Non-SEZ Leasable Area (msf)
Name (Years)
Philips (Philips) B+G+4 Non-SEZ 16 0.1
Banyan & Willow (Block L1 – L2) 2B+G+10 SEZ 5 0.9
NXT (Block A) B+G+10 Non-SEZ 2 0.8
Front Parcel - Retail Ground Floor Non-SEZ 1 0.1
Total 11.4
Under-construction/ Proposed Blocks
Block M3 – Phase 1 NA SEZ NA 1.0
Block M3 – Phase 2 NA SEZ NA 0.6
Block D1 and D2 NA SEZ10 NA 1.2
Block L-4 NA Non-SEZ NA 0.7
Block F-1 NA SEZ NA 0.4
Total 3.9
Source: Rent roll, lease deeds, Occupancy Certificate provided by Client
In addition to the blocks mentioned in the table, the subject property also includes a recently constructed hospitality component with a developed
area of 0.7 msf and a convention centre with developed area of 0.06 msf.
10
Based on information provided by client, we understand that the existing SEZ block D1-D2 is being demolished and the same will be redeveloped and constructed as a Non
SEZ block post de-notification. The same has been considered for the purpose of the valuation.
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning (HVAC) Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided MLCP, Basement, Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, site visit, lease deeds
In addition to the above on-site facilities, amenities offered by the asset include intra-city transportation,
outdoor sports zone, rooftop football arena, refurbished food court, etc. This enables the asset to offer
an integrated business ecosystem to its occupiers.
Based on information provided by the Client and corroborated with our visual inspection during the site
visit, it is understood that the subject property is in good condition and is being maintained well. The
subject property is developed and managed to international standards. Further it offers international
standard infrastructure, best-in-class asset management and environment friendly green initiatives. Over
the last few years Client has incurred repairs and maintenance expenses towards upgradation of
information center and food court, cost spent towards construction of a Skywalk providing access to the
subject property from Outer Ring Road, etc. The table below highlights the major repairs and
maintenance work/ infrastructure upgrade works to be undertaken over the next few years:
Embassy Manyata
External view of the subject property (SP) External view of Block M3 at the SP
V
View of internal access road View of the subject property (SP)
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
March 31, 2018 March 31, 2019 March 31, 2020 March 31, 2021 March 31, 2022 March 31, 2023
98% 100% 98% 94% 88% 89%
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client, Indicative of committed occupancy.
Embassy Manyata’s scale, quality and wide-ranging amenities have enabled it to attract and retain both
domestic and multi-national marquee tenants. The scalability on offer has enabled occupiers to expand
within the asset over the years
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Source: Rent Rolls and lease deeds (representative of financial year ending)
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recent executed leases at the subject property it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 10.0% to 15.0% every 3 years are in line with the
prevailing market practise witnessed across the submarket and Bengaluru.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is an operational Office Park located near Hebbal, on
Nagavara Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru. Hebbal region, especially the stretch from Hebbal flyover to
Yelahanka is considered as one of the most established locations of North Bengaluru; primarily on
account of the superior infrastructure initiatives, easy connectivity to the CBD and the International Airport
via NH-44 and ORR. In addition, it was observed that majority of the developments along this stretch are
a mix of commercial and residential properties.
Given the limited availability of land parcels in the initial stretches of Bellary Road, real estate
development activity has been witnessed off NH-44 in locations such as Thanisandra Road, Jakkur Main
Road, Hennur Road, Yelahanka and Doddaballapur Road. Further, the region is also characterised by
Government promoted hardware and aerospace parks as well as planned townships. Owing to the
presence of large land banks towards the later stretch of Bellary Road (being held by prominent
developers and expected to be developed in the near future) coupled with the infrastructure initiatives,
we are of the opinion that the subject submarket is expected to transform from an emerging location to
an active real estate hub in the medium term.
5.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Bengaluru and North Bengaluru submarket
Total completed stock in Bengaluru as of Q1, 2023 is 195.2 msf, out of which North Bengaluru account
for approx. 13.5 %.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 195.2 msf Approx. 26.3 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 173.6 msf Approx. 22.3 msf
Average annual office absorption (2018 – 2022) 14.5 msf 1.8 msf
Source: CBRE
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock
and occupied stock in the city in any given year.
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and
demand in the city in any given year.
The initial stretch of North Bengaluru, where subject property is located has emerged as a prominent
growth corridor for office developments. Locations north of the subject property are gradually emerging
as a prominent growth corridor owing to its connectivity to the international airport, good connectivity to
the city centre, availability of large tracts of developable land and residential inventory (completed and
upcoming) to support the working population.
North Bengaluru submarket gained prominence in the city’s office space landscape, with the completion
of Embassy REIT’s asset Embassy Manyata. The largest operational Office Park in Bengaluru gained
prominence as it offered superior amenities for both occupiers and employees. With benefits such as
infrastructure within the park ~ ample parking and provisions to host events, availability of quality office
spaces and option of scalability, the park attracted occupier interest from various sectors. Proximity to the
international airport acts as another demand driver for not only the subject property, but also the entire
North Bengaluru submarket.
Availability of quality spaces and a sizable supply pipeline across organized business parks has placed
this submarket on track to emerge as one of the long-term growth vectors for commercial leasing in
Bengaluru.
The current rent in subject submarket typically varies between INR 75.0 – 100.0 psf pm on leasable area
basis depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the development (viz. along/off
the main arterial roads), quality of construction, developer brand, amenities offered, etc. In addition, the
maintenance charge for these developments varies in the range of INR 13.0 – 15.0 psf pm. The parking
charges in such developments range between INR 3,000 – 5,000 per bay per month for covered car
parks.
Based on our market research we understand that the rent in the subject submarket has witnessed
appreciation of approx. 4 – 5% between 2018 and 2022. Subject property is a major contributor to the
supply in the submarket.
Introduction of supply in years 2012-14 led to subdued rent escalations. However, the market is
witnessing an increase in the growth rate over the last 4-5 years and is expected to continue achieving
superior growth over the next 2 to 3 years.
The table below highlights some of the recent transacted rent for office parks/ assets in the influence
region of the subject property:
Bengaluru North
Q1 2023 6,271 Tenant 1 76(WS)
Q1 2023 3,50,000 Tenant 2 65(WS)
Q1 2023 13,000 Tenant 3 90(FF)
Q1 2023 8,061 Tenant 4 93(WS)
Q1 2023 36,500 Tenant 5 99(FF)
Q1 2023 35,000 Tenant 6 91(WS)
Q1 2023 30,000 Tenant 7 78(WS)
Q4 2022 15,000 Tenant 8 95(WS)
Q4 2023 36,896 Tenant 9 96(WS)
Q4 2024 1,30,000 Tenant 10 70(WS)
Q4 2025 45,374 Tenant 11 90(WS)
Q4 2026 10,563 Tenant 12 68(WS)
Q4 2027 8,730 Tenant 13 72(WS)
Q3 2022 25,300 Tenant 15 94(WS)
Q3 2022 2,00,000 Tenant 16 74(WS)
Q3 2022 24,781 Tenant 17 74(WS)
Q3 2022 25,000 Tenant 18 84(WS)
Q2 2022 31,000 Tenant 19 82(WS)
Q2 2022 29,000 Tenant 20 66(WS)
Q2 2022 28,880 Tenant 21 182(FF)
Q2 2022 86,883 Tenant 22 182(FF)
Q2 2022 60,000 Tenant 23 68(WS)
Q1 2022 58,400 Tenant 24 72(WS)
Q1 2022 28,900 Tenant 25 67(WS)
Q1 2022 21,970 Tenant 26 76(WS)
Q1 2022 18,500 Tenant 27 149(FF)
Q1 2022 18,500 Tenant 28 69(WS)
Source: CBRE* Rent is base rent (viz. exclusive of property tax & insurance) on leasable area basis; Note: W – Warm shell; FF –
Fully Fitted-out
While ORR has been preferred submarket in the context of the city, North Bengaluru has been witnessing
sustained occupier interest. However, supply has been largely concentrated in the subject property in
North Bengaluru historically and has enabled EOP to successfully lease more than 10 msf over the years.
While ORR is expected to be a preferred submarket over the next 3-4 years, North Bengaluru leads other
submarkets on its potential in the medium to long term. This is largely attributable to North Bengaluru’s
proximity to the International Airport, existing and proposed infrastructure initiatives, and ample
availability of developable land parcels at competitive prices, growing residential catchment and
connectivity to other parts of the city via Outer Ring Road.
Given the development potential of the submarket and the development of residential/ lifestyle
infrastructure, it will emerge as a preferred destination for corporates looking for office options for
expansion/consolidation – resulting in increased market share going forward.
Embassy Manyata in North Bengaluru with its largest share in operational stock as well as development
pipeline in the next 3-4 years is expected to continue as a prominent player in the North Bengaluru
submarket (keeping in context its proximity to the city centre vis-à-vis properties with future development
potential).
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information, rent roll, lease deeds, architect certificate provided by the Client, we understand
that subject property is an Office Park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the
subject property:
Total Operational Under Construction /
Block
Area (msf) area (in msf) Proposed area (in msf)
SEZ Area 11.0 7.9 3.1
Non – SEZ Area 4.2 3.5 0.7
Retail 0.06 0.06 -
Total – Office/ Retail 15.2 11.4 3.9
Hotel 619 keys 619 keys
(Including convention (Hotel – 0.7 msf (Hotel – 0.7 msf -
centre) Convention – 0.06 msf) Convention – 0.06 msf)
Source: Architect certificates, rent roll, lease deeds; Note – office & retail refers to leasable area while hotel & convention refers
to developable area
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by FY 2025.
Absorption FY FY
Block FY 2024 FY 2025 FY 2028 FY 2029 Total
Schedule 2026 2027
Percentage
- - - - 50.0% 50.0% 100.0%
(%)
Block F-1
Leasable
- - - - 0.2 0.2 0.4
Area (msf)
Percentage
70.0% 30.0% - - - - 100.0%
(%)
Block L-4
Leasable
0.5 0.2 - - - - 0.7
Area (msf)
Percentage
10.0% 20.0% 20.0% 50.0% - - 100.0%
Block D1 (%)
and D2 Leasable
0.1 0.2 0.2 0.6 - - 1.2
Area (msf)
Total Absorption (%) 26.7% 19.6% 10.4% 25.9% 8.7% 8.7% 100.0%
Total Absorption (msf) 0.6 0.5 0.2 0.6 0.2 0.2 2.3
For the purpose of this appraisal exercise, the lease rent adopted for the area already leased is based
on the rent roll/lease deeds shared by the Client. Further, an in-depth market research exercise has been
undertaken to assess the prevailing rent values in the subject submarket. The same has been adopted
for the vacant space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following
rent has been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the completed blocks at the subject
property.
Rent Adopted
Component Leasable Area (msf) Occupancy (%) Basis
(INR psf pm)*
Current Rent for Leased area 72^
Office 11.4 89% Marginal rent for reversion/
93
vacant area
Source: Rent roll provided by the Client; Valuer’s Assessment
* The rent mentioned above exclude other income such as CAM charges, parking income received from the tenants, etc.;
^weighted average warm shell rent for area already leased – as per rent roll/lease deeds shared by Client
The above marginal rent assumption is adopted for the entire subject development. In addition to
undertaking an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also undertaken to
understand aspects such as area occupied, current rent and expiry analysis of the key tenants in the park.
Additionally, we also analysed the historical occupancy pattern at the subject development and lease-up
time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3 years. The lease-up time on an average
was observed to be 1-3 months based on quantum of space being renewed/ re-leased.
Based on the size and scale of operations of tenants, the Valuer adopted individual marginal rent
assumptions for larger tenants in the subject development. For the larger tenants (except key anchor
tenants), we have assumed that post lease expiry, these spaces will revert to marginal rent prevailing at
that point in time. However, given the large size of these spaces, the Client will require longer lease-up
time. Therefore, we have adopted a higher lease-up time, ranging from 3 – 6 months depending on
area to be leased.
As presented in the table above, all leases except for anchor tenants will be renewed at marginal rent,
but with a longer lease-up time frame. Anchor tenants in the subject development have a history of
renewing the spaces within subject property. Going forward, it is assumed that these anchor tenants will
continue to renew their leases at the subject development; however, they will continue to attract a discount
in rent compared to the marginal rent.
As per the information provided by the Client, it is understood that a retail space measuring 58,083 sft
is currently developed as part of the Front Parcel in the subject development. The retail space will operate
as ancillary retail, providing convenience to the working population in the subject development as well
as surrounding development. It has been observed that rent for retail spaces for similar developments
(office space with ancillary retail) across Bengaluru command marginal premium over office space rent,
on account of better visibility (presence on lower floors) and better finishes as compared to the office
spaces. Given the above and based on the existing leases signed in the subject property, Valuer has
assumed marginal rent in the range of INR 90.0 to 100.0 psf pm (say INR 95.0 psf pm) as on date of
valuation.
Based on an analysis of existing lease rolls and recent leasing at the subject property, it was observed
that the typical escalation clause in the subject property is approx. 15.0% after every three years, which
is in-line with the trend observed in the market. The same has been adopted by Valuer for the vacant
area and renewals at the subject property.
As per the information (rent roll) provided by the Client, we understand that in addition to the lease rent,
there is rent towards fit outs for few of the tenants. The rent is in the range of INR 7.0 to 50.0 psf pm.
For the purpose of this valuation, we have adopted the tenant wise fit-out details as provided in the rent
roll.
Moreover, for the under-construction/proposed blocks, we have assumed that the development would
be leased on warm shell specifications with no applicable fit-out rent on any lease.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll & lease deeds provided by the Client. The same has been cross-
checked with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Source: Client’s Inputs & Valuer’s assessment; * Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit; ^assumed at INR 5,000 per bay per
month, with 25.0% free car park
The existing upscale hotels that are operational in the northern part of Bengaluru have achieved ARRs in
the range of INR 7,500– 8,750 per room per night and occupancies in the range of 68.0-90.0%.
Similarly, mid-scale business hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject property have
achieved ARRs in the range of INR 4,800 – 5,200 per room per night and occupancies in the range of
65.0-80.0%. (The above performance is indicative of pre-Covid-19 performance till March 2020).
Further, the country wide lockdown imposed during Q2, 2020 due to Covid-19 resulted in limited to
negligible occupancies over different quarters of years 2020 and 2021. In year 2020 and first half of
2021, both occupancies and ARRs have been subdued. However, since the operation commencement of
hotels in Q3, CY 2021 and Q4 CY 2021, both occupancies and ARRs of the hotels have improved
gradually. Currently, the ARR and occupancies have surpassed the pre-Covid levels with most of the
offices resuming work from office and increase in the number of leisure trips on account of ease of Covid-
19 restrictions. As the situation in the country has resumed normalcy with minimal restrictions, the
occupancies and ARRs of hospitality developments are expected to show an upward growth curve. The
ARRs are currently in the range of INR 7,500– 9,500 per room per night and occupancies in the range
of 60.0 - 80.0%. Similarly, mid-scale business hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject
property have achieved ARRs in the range of INR 4,500 – 6,500 per room per night and occupancies in
the range of 60.0 - 80.0%.
Given the positioning & location of the subject development, performance of competing hotels in the
subject submarket and development mix (part of a larger commercial development) etc., it is opined that
ARRs for hotel component in the subject development would range from INR 8,500 – INR 9,500 per
room night (viz approx. INR 9,000 per room night) for the 5 Star hotel and INR 5,500 – INR 6,500 per
room night (viz approx. INR 6,000 per room night) for the 3 Star hotel. Additionally, the stabilized
occupancy for the subject development is opined to be 72.0%, 3.0 years from the year of operation
commencement.
*Note: higher income considered to factor income generated by convention space in the subject as the same would be managed
by the hotel.
Source: Client Input; Valuer’s Assessment * the pending cost towards refurbishment is apportioned in equal proportion across
remaining quarters from the date of valuation.
Annual Lease Payment INR 0.1 Mn Fixed pay-out without any escalation
Based on information provided by the Client representative and under Co-developer agreement, EPDPL
has assisted MPPL to obtain co-developer status as per provisions of SEZ Act. Client representative will
be getting the rights to a contracted NOI of INR 76.3 psf pm from the date of operation commencement
of block M3 Phase 1. In addition, Client representative shall pay a development consideration of INR
8,303.3 Mn (out of which INR 8,290.8 Mn has been paid as on date of valuation).
EPDPL received refundable security deposit of INR 1,610.0 Mn from MPPL, which has been refunded as
of date of valuation.
Further, revenue from this block would accrue for a period till Q1, FY 2079 post completion of
development works.
As per the Development Management Agreement, it is understood that in case of any delay in completion
of the project beyond 33 months (from the date of execution of the agreement - 8th March 2017), i.e.,
7th December 2019, MPPL will be entitled to INR 57.2 Mn per month as penalty till completion of the
development i.e., Q1, FY 2024.
Annual Lease Payment INR 0.1 Mn Fixed pay-out without any escalation
Based on information provided by the Client and under Co-developer agreement dated 30th December
2019, EPDPL is in process of acquisition of TDR which can be utilized to construct additional area as part
of Block M3, (called Block M3 – Phase 2) for an area totalling 0.6 msf. This will be an expansion to Phase
1. EPDPL has assisted MPPL to obtain co-developer status as per provisions of SEZ Act for Phase 1, which
will now be extended to Phase 2 as well. Client will be getting the rights to contracted NOI of INR 95.0
psf pm (subject to escalation of 15% every 3 years) from the date of operation commencement of block
M3 Phase 2. In addition, Client representative has paid a development consideration of INR 5,375.8 Mn
as initial payment (the same is paid as of date of valuation). Further, revenue from this block would
accrue in line with revenues from Phase 1.
Source: Client Input; Valuer’s assessment; *Note – based on inputs provided by the Client, we understand that the property tax
is paid at the beginning of every financial year wherein a 5.0% discount gets extended vis-à-vis pay-out during the end of the
year and the same has been adopted for the purpose of our valuation; ^ Asset Management fees has been considered a below
the NOI line item.
5.4.8.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office spaces are 8% with an EV/ EBITDA
multiple of 14 for the hotel component.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
6 Embassy TechVillage
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Devarabeesanahalli Village & Kariammana Agrahara Village, Varthur Hobli, Bengaluru East
Address
Taluk, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Based on information provided by the Client (viz. title report), the Valuer understands that the
total land area of the larger land parcel admeasures approx. 103.44 acres and the land area
under the purview of this exercise admeasures approx. 84.05 acres. Total land area under the
Land Area ownership of Vikas Telecom Private Limited (“VTPL”) is 80.05 acres and under Sarla
Infrastructure Private Limited (“SIPL”) is 4.00 acres. Further, it is understood that out of total
land area of 80.05 acres under the ownership of VTPL, 4.00 acres is leased to SIPL and same
is considered for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Total Operational Area – 7.3 msf
Leasable Area Total under-construction/ proposed Area – 2.3 msf; Hotel - 518 keys
(Developable area of hotel and convention - 782,669 sf)
Source: Title Report, Architect Certificate
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Potential As highlighted earlier, the subject micro-market is one of the most preferred
changes in commercial office hubs of the city. The entire stretch of Sarjapur ORR starting from
surroundings: Sarjapur Junction to Marathahalli Junction is zoned as Mutation Corridor,
providing ease of commercial/ residential conversion along with higher FAR (3.25),
enabled the location to maximize development potential. Owing to the strategic
location, there is significant development potential that is currently under
development or planned and is expected to add to considerable supply in
commercial, residential, retail and hotel space.
Suitability of Considering the nature of subject development coupled with site, location and
existing use: profile of the surrounding developments, the subject property is opined to be suited
for its current use viz. Office Park development with ancillary retail and hospitality
component
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on site plan provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site visit,
we understand the larger land housing the subject property is irregular in shape.
Topography: Based on the site plan corroborated with the site visit, the subject site appears to
be even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Frontage: Based on review of site plan, visual inspection and measurements made on
Google maps, we understand that the frontage of subject site is approximately
300 meters along the ORR.
Accessibility: Based on site maps provided by the Client, coupled with visual inspection
undertaken, the access to the subject property is by the service road, emanating
from 150 feet wide Sarjapur Outer Ring Road, which acts as the primary access
to the subject property. By virtue of the same, the property enjoys excellent
accessibility and frontage. The subject property further enjoys a secondary access
via Doddakannalli Kadubeesanahalli Road (connecting Panathur and Sarjapur
Road).
Please refer Exhibit & Addenda for the site plan of the subject property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by J. Sagar Associates and information by the management,
we understand that the exact address of the subject property is Devarabeesanahalli Village &
Kariammana Agrahara Village, Varthur Hobli, Bengaluru East Taluk, Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Further, this appraisal exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any adverse encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. “Consultants” have not made any inquiries
in this regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning
As per the information provided by the Client, we understand that the subject
property is zoned as “Mutation Corridor” and is being developed for IT/ITeS (SEZ)
and IT/ITeS (Non-SEZ) use. It is located within the jurisdiction of Karnataka Industrial
Areas Development Board (KIADB). The same has been considered for the purpose
of this appraisal. The Consultants have made no further inquiries with the local
authorities in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property is
based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It must
be noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land
area and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various
documents (such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the
Client or assumed based on building regulations, and no physical verification/
measurement has been undertaken for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments adhere
to building regulations as prescribed by the relevant authorities. Consultants have
not validated the information provided by the Client with the relevant development
authorities.
Approved Based on the occupancy certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection,
Usage: we understand that the subject property is an Office Park (SEZ & Non-SEZ),
comprising of 4 operational blocks i.e., Block 1, 2, 5 and 7, currently leased to
multiple unique office tenants and ancillary retail/food court area. The recently
operational Block 9 is pre-leased to a single tenant and has received occupational
certificate in Q4 FY2022. The current use of the subject property has been provided
by the Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations as
prescribed by the local development authority. However, the ‘Consultants” have not
made any enquiries with the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its
specific applicability to the subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current
use of the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural
induced hazards: or induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the area details of the subject property:
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Block Age
Building Elevation SEZ/Non-SEZ Leasable Area (msf)
Name (Years)
Completed Blocks
2 Towers
Block 1A – Carnation SEZ 6 0.9
2B+G+10
Block 2A- East Wing 2B+G+UG+6 SEZ 12 0.5
Block 2A – West Wing 2B+G+UG+6 SEZ 9 0.4
Block 2B – Hibiscus B+G+7 SEZ 14 0.7
Block 2C – Lilac B+G+4 SEZ 13 0.0
Block 2D – Gardenia B+G+6 SEZ 14 0.3
2B+G+10
Block 7B – Primrose SEZ 5 0.9
MLCP: 2B+G+11
A – 2B+G+9
Block 5 – ABC (Alyssa, Begonia and Clover) B – 2B+G+8 Non-SEZ 4 0.8
C – 2B+G+10
Block 5 – D (Daffodils) 2B+G+1 Non-SEZ 4 0.0
Block 5 – E (Orchids) 2B+G+4 Non-SEZ 4 0.1
Block 5 – F (Flora) 2B+G+4 Non-SEZ 4 0.1
G – 2B+G+10
Block 5 – G and H (Tulips) Non-SEZ 4 0.5
H – 2B+G+8
I – 2B+G+6
Block 5 – I and J (Trillium) Non-SEZ 3 0.7
J – 2B+G
Block 5 – K (Marigold) 2B+G+1 Non-SEZ 4 0.0
Block 5 – L (Lavender) 2B+G+5 Non-SEZ 4 0.2
1A – G+10
Block 9 – JPM Pre-lease/BTS 1B – G+5 Non-SEZ 1 1.1
2 – G+7
Total 7.3
In addition to the office blocks, the subject property also includes an under-construction hospitality component (as part of Parcel 8) with a
developable area of 0.8 msf inclusive of a convention center. The developable area details for the same have been tabulated below:
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning (HVAC) Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided MLCP, Basement, Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, site visit, lease deeds
In addition to the above on-site facilities, amenities offered by the asset include intra-city
transportation, upcoming outdoor and indoor sports zone, outdoor performance centre, football
arena, 2 multi-cuisine food courts housing some prominent F&B brand, upcoming landscaped state-
of-the-art central park area, clinical facilities, creche etc. This enables the asset to offer an integrated
business ecosystem to its occupiers.
Based on information provided by the Client corroborated with our visual inspection during the site visit,
it is understood that the subject property is in good condition and is being maintained well. The subject
property is developed and managed as per international standards. Further, the subject property offers
international standard infrastructure, best-in-class asset management and environment friendly green
initiatives. To maintain and upscale the condition of the asset, the Client has allocated the following
budget for upgrade / repairs and maintenance expenses towards construction of infrastructure
connecting the subject property to the Bengaluru metro line, construction of a central park, upgradation
of existing infrastructure, etc. The table below highlights the major upgrade / repairs and maintenance
work to be undertaken over the next 2-3 years:
Expense Head Pending Cost (INR Mn) Quarter of Completion
Embassy TechVillage
External view of the subject property (SP) External view of the subject property (SP)
View of under construction Block 8 at the SP External view of the subject property (SP)
External view of the subject property (SP) External view of the subject property (SP)
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
31st March 2018 31st March 2019 31st March 2020 31st March 2021 31st March 2022 31st March 2023
90% 97% 97% 98% 99% 97%*
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client; *Indicative of committed occupancy
Embassy TechVillage’s scale, quality and wide-ranging amenities have enabled it to attract and retain
both domestic and multi-national marquee tenants. The scalability on offer has enabled occupiers to
expand within the asset over the years.
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the next 3-4 years:
Lease Expiry
Source: Rent Rolls and lease deeds (representative of financial year ending)
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recently executed leases at the subject property, it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 10.0% to 15.0% every 3 years, which is in line with
the prevailing market practise witnessed across the submarket and Bengaluru.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is located towards the South-East of Bengaluru city, extending
from KR Puram junction till Sarjapur Road intersection along Outer Ring Road (ORR). The micro-market
housing the subject property – Sarjapur Outer Ring Road has emerged as a prominent IT/ ITeS
destination, subsequent to the establishment of Intel Campus in 2002. Further, commercial activity in the
subject region was catalysed post completion of the ORR in 2004. Owing to the strategic location and
excellent accessibility, the micro-market has also been witnessing significant development activity of
large-scale commercial projects (SEZ & Non SEZ) over the past few years.
Few of the prominent commercial IT/ITeS developments in the subject micro-market include Prestige Tech
Park, Cessna Business Park, RMZ Ecospace, RMZ Ecoworld, Salarpuria Hallmark, Salarpuria Touchstone,
Embassy TechVillage (subject property), etc. The subject micro-market has also witnessed development
of large SEZs such as Cessna Business Park by Prestige Group, Bagmane World Trade Centre and Pritech
Park.
With the increase in IT/ ITeS activity in the recent past, residential activity has also witnessed a
commensurate increase in and around the region to support the increasing demand of working populace
looking at housing options close to their workplace. Some of the operational retail malls in the subject
location include Soul Space Spirit and Soul Space Arena. The subject micro market is also witnessing
development of Business Hotels primarily on account of demand from corporates. Prominent Business
Hotels operational in this location include Novotel, IBIS, Courtyard, Fairfield, etc.
Going forward, Sarjapur Outer Ring Road stretch is expected to witness increase in capital values across
asset classes owing to limited availability of land on the main road, and continued image of Sarjapur
Outer Ring Road as a preferred IT destination as compared to other locations such as Whitefield, North
Bengaluru, etc.
6.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Bengaluru and ORR market
Total completed stock in Bengaluru as of Q1, CY 2023 is 195.2 msf, out of which ORR submarket
account for Approx. 33.2%.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 195.2 msf Approx. 64.8 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 173.6 msf Approx. 59.6 msf
Average annual office absorption (2018 – 2022) 14.5 msf 4.8 msf
Source: CBRE
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to gross absorption; the
vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and demand in the city in any given year.
Over the past two decades, Bengaluru has emerged as the nerve centre of India’s information
technology industry characterized by the presence of a large number of prominent Technology
companies, Research and Development (R&D) centres and prominent educational institutions. Sustained
demand for office space has spurred growth of commercial real estate in the city, with a significant
expansion in transaction velocity across most micro-markets in the past few years.
Availability of larger sized land parcels, good quality office space at affordable rentals, presence of
skilled manpower along with good connectivity and improved infrastructure are some of the reasons
that have spurred demand for office space from corporate occupiers. As highlighted earlier, the subject
development is located in the ORR micro-market.
Availability of quality spaces and a sizable supply pipeline across organized business parks has placed
this submarket on track to emerge as one of the long-term growth vectors for commercial leasing in
Bengaluru.
The prevailing quoted lease rentals for Commercial Office Parks in the micro-market ranges between
INR 85 to 105 per sf per month, on warm shell basis; depending upon specifications offered, location
and accessibility of the development (viz. along/off the main arterial roads), quality of construction,
developer brand, amenities offered, etc. In addition, the maintenance charge for these developments
varies in the range of INR 13.0 – 15.0 psf pm. The parking charges in such developments range between
INR 3,000 – 6,000 per bay per month for covered car parks.
Based on our market research we understand that the rent in the subject submarket has witnessed
appreciation of approx. 5.0 – 6.0% (CAGR) between 2018 and 2022.
The table below highlights some of the recent transacted rent for office parks/ assets in the influence
region of the subject property:
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information, rent roll, lease deeds, architect certificate provided by the Client, we understand
that subject property is an Office Park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the
subject property:
Total Operational Under Construction /
Block
Area (msf) area (in msf) Proposed area (in msf)
SEZ Area 3.7 3.7 -
Non – SEZ Area 5.8 3.5 2.3
Total – Office/ Retail 9.6 7.3 2.3
Hotel
(including convention 0.8 - 0.8
centre)
Source: Architect certificates, rent roll, lease deeds; Note – office & retail refers to leasable area while hotel & convention
refers to developable area
Leasable/ Developable
Block^ Construction Completion*
Area (msf)
Parcel 8 – Block ABC – Office 1.3 FY 2025
Parcel 8 – Block D – Office 0.5 FY 2025
Leasable/ Developable
Block^ Construction Completion*
Area (msf)
Parcel 8 – Retail 0.1 FY 2025
Parcel 8 – Hotels/ Convention Centre #
0.8 FY 2026
Parcel 6 – Office 0.4 FY 2026
Source: Client’s inputs; *the timelines are mentioned as per financial year beginning April to March; #indicates developable area
and rest are leasable area,^ Parcels 8 are under various stages of construction; for Parcel 6, the construction has been
commenced with the site clearing work underway.
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by FY 2024.
Absorption
Block FY 2024 FY 2025 FY 2026 Total
Schedule
Kindly note that the valuation assumptions/inputs pertaining to development timelines, positioning, etc.
have been considered based on the Consultant’s assessment of the existing on-ground review of the
subject property and the subject submarket. Further, the assumptions such as revenue assumptions,
absorption period, etc. for the development are based on market benchmarks and extent of vacancy in
the subject submarket and competing supply.
For the purpose of this appraisal exercise, the lease rent adopted for the area already leased is based
on the rent roll/lease deeds shared by the Client. Further, the Consultants have undertaken an in-depth
market research exercise to assess the prevailing rent values in the subject submarket. The same has
been adopted for the vacant space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following
rent has been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the completed blocks at the subject
property. The detailed rent assessment workings are highlighted in the lease rent analysis section
presented above.
The above marginal rent assumption is adopted for the entire subject development. In addition to
undertaking an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also undertaken to
understand aspects such as area occupied, current rent and expiry analysis of the key tenants in the park.
Additionally, we have also analysed the historical occupancy pattern at the subject development and
lease-up time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3 years. The lease-up time on
an average was observed to be 1- 3 months based on quantum of space being renewed/ re-leased.
For the purpose of this appraisal exercise, the lease rent adopted for the retail area already leased in
Block 2 and 5 is based on the rent roll/lease deeds shared by the Client. Further, as per the information
provided by the Client, it is understood that a retail space measuring 0.09 msf is envisaged as part of
Parcel 8 in the under-construction/ proposed development. The retail space will operate as ancillary
retail, providing convenience to the working population in the subject development as well as
surrounding development. The Consultants have undertaken an in-depth market research exercise to
assess the prevailing rent values in the subject submarket. The same has been adopted for the vacant
space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
It has been observed that rent for retail spaces for similar developments (office space with ancillary retail)
across Bengaluru command a slight premium over office space rent, on account of better visibility
(presence on lower floors) and better finishes as compared to the office spaces. Given the above, we
have assumed marginal rent in the range of INR 90.0 to 100.0 psf pm (say INR 95.0 psf pm) as on date
of valuation.
Based on an analysis of existing lease rolls and recent leasing at the subject property, it was observed
that the typical escalation clause in the subject property is approx. 15.0% after every three years, which
is in-line with the trend observed in the market. The same has been adopted for the vacant area and
renewals at the subject property.
As per the information (rent roll) provided by the Client, we understand that in addition to the lease rent,
there is rent towards fit outs for few of the tenants. The rent is in the range of INR 28.0 to 45.0 psf pm.
For the purpose of this valuation, we have adopted the tenant wise fit-out details as provided in the rent
roll.
Moreover, for the under-construction/proposed blocks, we have assumed that the development would
be leased on warm shell specifications with no applicable fit-out rent on any lease.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll & lease deeds provided by the Client. The same has been cross-
checked with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Source: Client’s Inputs & Consultants’ assessment; * Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit; ^assumed at INR 6,000 per bay
per month, with 25.0% free car parks
Primary occupancy drivers across categories for hotels located in SORR include corporate/business
travellers visiting the commercial catchment for short stay and long stay options. Limited leisure pass
through is witnessed in the region.
As per the information provided by the Client, we understand that there are two hotels (viz. 5 Star and 3
Star positioning – with management contracts in place with the Hilton Group for Hilton at Embassy
TechVillage and Hilton Garden Inn - HGI at Embassy TechVillage) proposed to be developed at the
subject property.
The area details of the proposed hotels are mentioned in the table below:
Components No of Keys Under-construction area* (in msf)
Hotels 518 0.7
Convention Centre NA 0.1
Total 518 0.8
Source: Client inputs, Architect Certificate. The total inventory for hotels is 518 keys, out of which 5 Star hotel will have 311 keys
and 3 Star hotel will 207 keys.
The existing upscale hotels that are operational in the Outer Ring Road of Bengaluru have achieved ARRs
in the range of INR 7,500– 8,750 per room per night and occupancies in the range of 65.0 - 90.0%.
Similarly, mid-scale business hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject property have
achieved ARRs in the range of INR 4,800 – 5,200 per room per night and occupancies in the range of
65.0 - 80.0%. (The above performance is indicative of pre-Covid-19 performance till March 2020).
Further, the country wide lockdown imposed during Q2, 2020 due to Covid-19 resulted in limited to
negligible occupancies over different quarters of years 2020 and 2021. In year 2020 and first half of
2021, both occupancies and ARRs have been subdued. However, since the operation commencement of
hotels in Q3, CY 2021 and Q4 CY 2021, both occupancies and ARRs of the hotels have improved
gradually. Currently, the ARR and occupancies have surpassed the pre-Covid levels with most of the
offices resuming work from office and increase in the number of leisure trips on account of ease of Covid-
19 restrictions. As the situation in the country has resumed normalcy with minimal restrictions, the
occupancies and ARRs of hospitality developments are expected to show an upward growth curve. The
ARRs are currently in the range of INR 7,500– 9,500 per room per night and occupancies in the range
of 60.0 - 80.0%. Similarly, mid-scale business hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject
property have achieved ARRs in the range of INR 4,500 – 6,500 per room per night and occupancies in
the range of 60.0 - 80.0%.
Given the positioning & location of the subject development, performance of competing hotels in the
subject submarket and development mix (part of a larger commercial development) etc., it is opined that
ARRs for hotel component in the subject development would range from INR 8,000 – INR 9,000 per
room night (viz. approx. INR 8,500 per room night) for the 5 Star hotel and INR 5,500 – INR 6,500 per
room night (viz. approx. INR 6,000 per room night) for the 3 Star hotel. Additionally, the stabilized
occupancy for the subject development is opined to be 73.0%, 2.5 years from the year of operation
commencement.
*Note: higher income considered to factor income generated by convention space as the same would be managed by the hotel.
Source: Consultants’ assessment & Client input; Ref 1 - Base Management Fee: 1.25% for year 1 & 2, 1.5% for year 3 & 4,
1.75% for year 5 & 6 and 1.9% thereafter; Ref 2 – Management incentive Fee: For GOP 30 – 35% = 4.5%, GOP 35 – 40% =
5.0%, GOP > 40% = 5.5%.
As per the lease agreement and information provided by the Client, land area of (approx. 4 acres) has
been leased by Vikas Telecom Private Limited (“VTPL”) to Sarla Infrastructure Private Limited (“SIPL”) for
a lease tenure of 40 years (the lease has initially been signed for 20 years and can be renewed for an
additional term of 20 years), wherein SIPL pays an annual lease payment of INR 93.6 Mn to VTPL, subject
to 15% escalation every 3 years. In addition, we understand that a refundable security deposit of INR
46.8 Mn has been paid by SIPL to VTPL for the land lease.
The land area mentioned above is utilised for a build to suit (BTS) development of 1.1 Mn sf leased to JP
Morgan under an agreement signed between JP Morgan, VTPL and SIPL. The development received OC
in Q4 FY 2022.
Further, the net present value of the land lease for the above-mentioned period will be added to the asset
value under the ownership of VTPL and deducted from the asset value under the ownership of SIPL. The
same will get netted off to arrive at the total value of the subject property.
Source: Client Input; Consultants’ assessment; * Asset Management fees has been considered a below the NOI line item.
6.4.8.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 4.2, the cap rate adopted for the office spaces is 8%. Further, an EV/ EBITDA
multiple of 14 has been adopted for the hotel component.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 4.2 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
The area included under the purview of this exercise is restricted to the blocks highlighted in the brief description of this valuation
certificate.
7 Express Towers
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Plot No. 236, Block-III of Back bay Reclamation Estate, Barrister Rajni Patel Marg,
Address
Nariman Point, Mumbai
Situation: ‘Express Towers’ is a completed operational city centre office located along
Barrister Rajni Patel Marg in Nariman Point, Mumbai, Maharashtra. Express
Towers is one of the iconic buildings and a trophy asset within the portfolio, with
superior offering in the Central Business District, a highly preferred submarket by
corporates (involving high capex spent in developing the space) and results in
spaces being a preferred option for marquee occupiers within the submarket.
Location: The subject property ‘Express Towers’ is a completed city centre office located
opposite to The Oberoi and Trident Hotel in Nariman Point, Mumbai and has
panoramic views of the city’s promenade (Marine Drive), South Mumbai and the
Arabian Sea.
Further, the subject property forms a part of prime commercial hub of Mumbai
(Central Business District of Mumbai) that houses various corporate offices of
various banks, funds, developer offices, print media offices, shipping companies,
foreign councils & embassies, etc. Key commercial developments located in the
vicinity of the subject building include Maker Chambers, Free Press House,
Hoechst House, Mafatlal Centre, etc.
The distances from prominent key hubs to the subject property are presented
below:
• West: Primary access road (Barrister Rajni Patel Marg) and The Oberoi and
Trident Hotel
Potential changes As highlighted earlier, Nariman Point is the traditional Central Business District
in surroundings: of the Mumbai city and has limited developable land. Further, dearth of vacant
developable land, higher use of land due to residential demand, limited
opportunity for redevelopment due to fragmented ownership structure witnessed
across developments coupled with onerous construction regulations has resulted
in negligible construction activity for new commercial buildings. The submarket is
characterized by presence of few prominent hotels and older commercial
buildings with constrained parking facilities.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on site plan provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site visit,
it is understood that the subject property is situated on a regular shaped land parcel.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to be
even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Accessibility: The subject site comprises of multiple accesses wherein the primary access is
Barrister Rajni Patel Marg (80 feet wide) abutting the western periphery of the site.
The subject site can also be accessed via two secondary roads abutting the site along
southern & eastern side.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and as provided by the Client,
we understand that the legal address of the subject property is Plot No. 236, Block-III of Back bay
Reclamation Estate of Govt. of Maharashtra, C.S. No. 1910 of Fort Division, Mumbai. Additionally, it is
understood that the subject property is freehold in nature.
Further, this valuation exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. The Consultants have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning As per the review of Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client, we understand that
the subject property is zoned for ‘Office’ use. As per the Occupancy Certificate, it is
located within the jurisdiction of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM)
(earlier under Building Proposal division of Bombay Municipal Corporation). The same
has been considered for the purpose of this valuation. The Consultants have made no
further inquiries with the local authorities in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has been
based on information / review of various documents provided by the Client. It must be
noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land area
and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various documents
(such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the Client or assumed
based on building regulations, and no physical verification/ measurement has been
undertaken for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments adhere to
building regulations as prescribed by the relevant authorities. The Consultants have not
validated the information provided by the Client with the relevant development
authorities.
Approved Based on Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection during our
Usage: site visit, we understand that the subject property is a commercial city centre office
comprising of a single operational tower. The current use of the subject property has
been provided by the Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations
as prescribed by the local development authority. However, the Consultants have not
made any enquiries with the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its specific
applicability to the subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use of
the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural or
induced induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Particulars Details
Handover condition Bare Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client and site visit by the Consultants; Lease Deed
Subject property is developed and managed to international standards offering best-in-class asset
management and environment friendly green initiatives, which makes it a preferred option for domestic
as wells as Multinational Corporations (MNCs). Based on information provided by the Client and site
visit, it is understood that the subject property is in good condition, has top-class facilities and is being
maintained well. The property recently underwent a major repositioning program, which included façade
replacement for the entire building exterior, lobby refurbishment, canopy installation, elevator revamp
and enhanced security controls.
Express Towers
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject city centre office:
March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31,
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
97% 93% 98% 94% 91% 81% 83%
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client; Indicative of committed occupancy
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of the recently executed leases at the subject property, it is understood that the
contracted escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 10.0% to 15.0% every 3 years which are
in line with the prevailing market practice witnessed across the submarket and MMR.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is an operational city centre office located along Barrister Rajni
Patel Marg, Nariman Point which is the heart of Central Business District (CBD) of Mumbai.
Erstwhile commercial district of Mumbai; major office locations include Fort, Nariman Point, Ballard
Estate that are characterized by developed social infrastructure with prominent occupiers including
government bodies, financial institutions, trading bourses, etc. The CBD is characterized by the presence
of the most expensive and exclusive residential neighbourhoods, landmark hotels and other social and
lifestyle infrastructure. It attracts marquee tenants and remains a hub for corporate headquarters and
professional services as well as various Government and statutory authorities (such as Mantralaya,
Bombay High Court, RBI). Presence of good quality residential dwelling options, proximity to quality
healthcare, education and presence of retail options, have resulted in the emergence of the submarket
as a self-sustaining region.
7.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Mumbai and Central Business District submarket
Total completed stock in Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and Central Business District (CBD) as of
Q1 CY 2023 is 137 msf and 6.7 msf respectively.
Cumulative completed stock (Q1 2023) – (in msf) Approx. 137 Approx. 6.7
Current occupied stock (Q1 2023) (in msf) Approx. 104 Approx. 6.2
Average Gross Annual Absorption (2018 – 2022) (in msf) Approx. 5.5 Approx. 0.02
Source: CBRE
es
Source: CBRE; *Data only includes Grade A, Multi Tenanted Buildings; with area > 75,000 sf
Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Demand – refers to the quantum of leasing witnessed in each year as part of
completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and occupied stock in the city in any given year.
Based on our interactions with the market intermediaries involved in the region, it was observed that the
lease market rent for office space is primarily determined by the factors such as location, accessibility,
type of development, related infrastructure provision for the site, building specifications etc.
Due to strong connectivity and presence of well-developed social infrastructure in the CBD, demand is
expected to be stable in this sub-market. Absorption is largely driven by tenants providing high value
services (such as consulting and financial services) and there are only a few buildings within the sub-
market considered as Grade A offices. Given the market dynamics and development constraint due to
limited developable land in CBD, there has been no new significant supply introduced over the past few
years. Stable demand and no new supply have resulted into a vacancy of approx. 7.2% as of December
31, 2022.
The table below highlights the prominent competing developments in the subject submarket:
Source – CBRE; *All-inclusive quoted rental on leasable area (Inclusive of CAM and PT)
The current quoted rents in subject submarket typically vary between INR 250 – 300 psf pm on leasable
area basis depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the development (viz.
along/off the main arterial roads), quality of construction, amenities offered etc. In addition, the
maintenance charge for these developments varies in the range of INR 11 – 22 psf pm.
The below mentioned table incorporated key transactions witnessed across the CBD submarket:
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rent Value (INR psf pm)*
Q1 2023 3,155 Tenant 1 260 – 280
Q4 2022 72,148 Tenant 2 260 – 280
Q1 2022 16,276 Tenant 3 270 – 290
Source – CBRE; *Bare Shell Rents exclusive of CAM
As mentioned above the transacted market rent in CBD (other than the subject property) are typically in
the range of INR 260 to 290 psf pm depending on building positioning, development grade, amenities
provided, specifications of the development, tenant profile of the development, etc. Further, CAM charges
are identified to be approx. INR 11 to 22 psf pm depending on the type of the structure. Additionally, the
location enjoys good connectivity, presence of well-developed social infrastructure and superior tenant
profile. Further, the demand for commercial real estate in existing developments is expected to be stable
in this sub-market largely due to limited supply of Grade A commercial office space. The key occupiers
shall remain companies in financial services sector and corporate offices of large domestic companies.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
Valuation Methodology Discounted Cash Flow Method (using rent reversion approach)
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that subject property is a
commercial city centre office. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject
property:
per the analysis of the rent roll, it was observed that subject property is approx. 83% leased (including
the commitments).
The valuation assumptions have been considered based on the Valuer’s assessment of the subject
property and the submarket. Also, revenue assumptions, absorption period, etc. are based on market
benchmarks and extent of vacancy in the submarket and competing supply. In order to arrive at the
future absorption levels at the subject property, we have analysed the historical demand and supply
trends coupled with the estimation of future supply proposed to be introduced in the subject submarket.
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by FY 2024.
For this valuation exercise, the lease rent adopted for the area already leased is based on the rent roll
shared by the Client. Further, the Valuer has undertaken an in-depth market research exercise to assess
the prevailing rent values in the subject submarket. The same has been adopted for the vacant space for
the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following
rents have been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the subject property.
Based on an analysis of existing rent rolls, it was observed that the typical escalation clause in the subject
property is approx. 15.0% after every three years, which is in-line with the trend observed in the market.
The same has been adopted by the Valuer for the vacant area and renewals at the subject property.
As per the information (rent roll) provided by the Client, we understand that there is no fit-out rental
being charged to any tenant in the subject property.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll/ information provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked
with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
7.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office spaces are 7.5%.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated based on estimated
‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted for the subject
property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
8 Embassy 247
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Situation: Subject property – ‘Embassy 247’ is an operational office located along LBS
Road in Vikhroli West, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Location: The subject property is located along LBS Road, Vikhroli West, Mumbai at
approx. 10-12 km from the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Terminal. Based
on the site visit, we understand that the subject property is accessible through
LBS Road which is further connected to JVLR (Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road)
that connects eastern and western suburbs. Further it is in proximity to Vikhroli
Railway Station (~1-2 km) and Kanjurmarg railway station at approx. 1-2 km
away. Excellent transport connectivity with multiple metro and suburban
railways stations being nearby is a key differentiating factor in this sub-market,
given an increasing focus by corporate occupiers on the ease of commute for
their employees.
The distance of the subject property from some of the prominent nodes in the
city is provided in the exhibit below:
Potential changes in Vikhroli traditionally was an industrial submarket however over the recent
surroundings: years, there is a shift from industrial to residential / commercial activities. The
subject submarket is now emerging as a residential hub and an emerging
location for corporate occupiers.
Suitability of existing Considering the profile of surrounding developments, the subject property is
use: opined to be suited for its current use viz. IT/ITeS development (along with
support retail)
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on site plan provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site visit,
it is understood that the subject land parcel is irregular in shape.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to be
even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Accessibility: Based on the site visit, it was observed that the subject property has primary access
from Lal Bahadur Shastri (LBS) Road.
Please refer Exhibit for the site plan of the subject property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by Little & Company and as provided by the Client, we
understand that the legal address of the subject property is CTS No. 105, 105/1 to 38, 105/39 (pt),
105/39 (pt), 105/40-41, 105/42, 105/44 (pt), 106 and 107 of Village Hariyali, LBS Marg, Vikhroli (W),
Mumbai, Maharashtra. Additionally, it is understood that the subject property is freehold in nature.
Further, this valuation exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. The Consultants have not made any enquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning As per the Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client, we understand that the
subject property is zoned for IT (Non-SEZ) use. As per the Occupancy Certificate, it
is located within the jurisdiction of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai
(MCGM). The same has been considered for this valuation. The Consultants have
made no further enquiries with the local authorities in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has
been based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It
must be noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations,
land area and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various
documents (such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the
Client or assumed based on building regulations, and no physical verification/
measurement has been undertaken for this valuation exercise.
For this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments adhere to building
regulations as prescribed by the relevant authorities. The Consultants have not
validated the information provided by the Client with the relevant development
authorities.
Approved Based on Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection during
Usage: our site visit, we understand that the subject property is an IT/ITeS (Non-SEZ) office
building. The current use of the subject property has been provided by the Client and
is broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations as prescribed by the local
development authority. However, the Consultants have not made any enquiries with
the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its specific applicability to the
subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use
of the property.
Natural or We believe the project / site has been developed to withstand natural or induced
induced hazards (except for extreme / out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances.
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided MLCP and Basement Car parks
Source: Information provided by Client; Lease Deed
Subject property is developed and managed to international standards, offering best-in-class asset
management, environment friendly green initiatives and state of art infrastructure / amenities such as
food court, revamped lobby and forecourt which makes it a preferred option for domestic as wells as
Multinational Corporations (MNCs). Based on information provided by the Client and site visit, it is
understood that the subject property is in good condition and is being maintained well. The subject
property houses a recently revamped food court and open landscaped areas and public spaces at the
podium. A comprehensive upgrade program over the last two years has led to the asset being
repositioned as a new-age corporate destination.
Embassy 247
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31,
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
77% 81% 93% 93% 82% 84% 93%
Source: Analysis of rent rolls provided by the Client; Indicative of committed occupancy
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recent executed leases at the subject property it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 10.0% to 15.0% every 3 years which are in line with
the prevailing market practice witnessed across the submarket and MMR.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is an operational commercial development located along LBS
Road, Vikhroli which lies in Peripheral Business District (East) of Mumbai.
The Western part of the submarket is accessible by the LBS road while the Eastern part is bordered by
the Eastern Express Highway. The prime residential area in the region lies along the Western side of the
suburb, i.e., LBS Marg.
Traditionally, the submarket catered to demand emanating from industrial activities because of the
presence of manufacturing companies like Godrej & Boyce, HCC, IndiaTubes Mills etc. Further,
redevelopment activity of these industrial units leads to the emergence of this sublocation as a residential
and commercial hub. Further, various infrastructure initiatives such as the Eastern Freeway, development
of JVLR etc. lead to improvement in connectivity to the airport, CBD, manpower pockets of the eastern
and western suburbs and the same is expected to garner significant demand for real estate in the near
future. Presence of good quality residential dwelling options, proximity to quality healthcare & education
and presence of retail options, results in a submarket to emerge as a self-sustaining region.
8.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Mumbai and Peripheral Business District submarket
Total completed stock in Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and Peripheral Business District (PBD) as
of Q1 CY 2023 is 137 msf and 20.4 msf respectively.
Cumulative completed stock (Q1 2023) – (in msf) Approx. 137 Approx. 20.4
Current occupied stock (Q1 2023) (in msf) Approx. 104 Approx. 15.7
Average Gross Annual Absorption (2018 – 2022) (in msf) Approx. 5.5 Approx. 1.0
Source: CBRE
Source: CBRE; * Data only includes Grade A, Multi Tenanted Buildings; with area > 75,000 sf
Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Demand – refers to the quantum of leasing witnessed in each year as part of completed
space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and demand in the city in any given year.
Technology developments that have been launched near Embassy 247 (such as Powai, Kanjurmarg and
Vikhroli areas) have been successfully leased and currently there is limited future technology supply in
this area. Due to superior asset management and recent upgrades, Embassy 247 has attracted high
quality, new-age tenants.
The table below highlights the prominent competing developments in the subject submarket:
Source: CBRE; *Warm Shell Market Rent exclusive of CAM and Property Tax; #including CAM and PT; **Higher rentals on account of premium
location and prominent developer
The current rent in submarket typically varies between INR 95.0 – 135.0 psf pm on leasable area basis
depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the development (viz. along/off the
main arterial roads), quality of construction, developer brand, amenities offered, etc. In addition, the
maintenance charge for these developments varies in the range of INR 16.0 – 17.0 psf pm. The parking
charges in such developments range between INR 5,000 – 8,500 per bay per month for covered car
parks. Based on our market research, we understand that the rentals in the subject submarket have
witnessed minimal appreciation in between 2014 & 2021. Although the existing developments in the
market have seen a moderate rent growth of approx. 1% p.a. between 2014 and 2021, limited IT supply
in the market should support a moderate rental growth in the future for the IT focussed buildings in the
submarket.
The table below highlights some of the recent transacted rental values for IT/ITeS developments in the
influence region of the subject property:
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rental Value (INR psf pm)*
Q4 2022 16,612 Tenant 1 100 – 110
Q1 2023 12,346 Tenant 2 100 – 110
Source – CBRE; * Rent excluding CAM and PT;
The sub-market offers plenty options of Grade ‘A’ technology developments in Powai, Vikhroli &
Kanjurmarg. Further, there is a lack of planned grade A developments in the foreseeable future. This is
expected to reduce the vacancy levels in the sub-market while simultaneously increasing the lease rents
steadily. Affordable rents coupled with large format technology office spaces is expected to drive the sub-
market going forward.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that subject property is a
commercial city centre office. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject
property:
approx. 1.2 msf. Of the total leasable area, approx. 93% is leased and approx. 7% of space is vacant
as on date of valuation.
The valuation assumptions have been considered based on the Valuer’s assessment of the subject
property and the subject submarket. Also, revenue assumptions, absorption period, etc. are based on
market benchmarks and extent of vacancy in the subject submarket and competing supply. In order to
arrive at the future absorption levels at the subject property, we have analysed the historical demand and
supply trends coupled with the estimation of future supply proposed to be introduced in the subject
submarket.
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by FY 2025.
For the purpose of this valuation, the marginal rental adopted for the area already leased is based on
the rent roll shared by the Client. Further, the Valuer has undertaken an in-depth market research exercise
to assess the prevailing rental values in the subject submarket. The same has been adopted for the vacant
space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following
rent has been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the subject property.
Rental Adopted*
Completed Leasable Occupancy
Component Basis (INR/sf/month)
Area (msf) (%)
Office
Current Rent for Leased area 111^
Office & Retail 1.2 93% Market rental for reversion/ vacant area
112**
of office space
Source: Rent roll provided by the Client; Valuer Assessment; * The rent mentioned above exclude other income such as CAM charges, parking income
received from the tenants, etc.; ^weighted average warm shell rental for area already leased – as per rent roll shared by Client; ** Inclusive of car park
rent.
In addition to undertaking an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also
undertaken to understand aspects such as area occupied, current rental and expiry analysis of the key
tenants in the development. Additionally, the Valuer also analysed the historical market occupancy
pattern and lease-up time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3 years. The lease-
up time was observed to be 2 - 6 months based on quantum of space being renewed / re-leased.
Based on an analysis of existing lease rolls, it was observed that the typical escalation clause in the subject
property is approx. 15.0% after every three years, which is in-line with the trend observed in the market.
The same has been adopted by the Valuer for the vacant area and renewals at the subject property.
As per the information (rent roll) provided by the Client, we understand that there is no fit-out rental
being charged to any tenant in the subject property.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll/ information provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked
with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
8.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office spaces are 8%.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated based on estimated
‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted for the subject
property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Plot no. C-54 & C-55, G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex Road, Bandra Kurla Complex,
Address
Mumbai, Maharashtra-400051
Situation: ‘First International Financial Centre’ (FIFC) is an operational Grade-A city centre
office located along Bandra Kurla Complex Road, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai,
Maharashtra – 400051. FIFC is a sought-after front-office development in the BKC
sub-market given its superior design, high quality specifications, institutional
management, marquee occupants, efficient floor plate and availability of contiguous
stacks and renowned F&B options.
Location: The subject property is located in Bandra Kurla Complex (part of ABD) which has
emerged as one of the most prominent corporate destinations today due to the
presence of major financial institutions, non-banking financial corporations (NBFC),
major government run or aided corporate entities (NSE, IL&FS and private equity
funds etc.). BKC, a planned commercial / corporate hub by MMRDA, connects the
Western Suburbs through Western Express highway and the Eastern Suburbs and
Thane through Santacruz Chembur Link Road and Eastern Express Highway. Further,
the sub-market is situated in proximity to domestic and international terminal of the
airport.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table below:
Potential The subject sub-market (BKC) is an established commercial district of the city and
changes in has witnessed significant development activity (across commercial developments,
surroundings: hospitality and residential/staff quarters) in the past. Considering the location
advantage (viz. centre of the city) and related connectivity benefit, the subject region
is expected to continue to grow as a commercial destination.
Suitability of Considering the profile of surrounding developments, the subject property is opined
existing use: to be suited for its current use viz. commercial office development (along with support
retail).
Shape: Based on the visual inspection, we understand that the subject land parcel is regular
in shape.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to be
even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Frontage: Based on review of site plan, visual inspection and measurements made on Google
maps, we understand that the frontage is approximately 100 meters along the
Bandra Kurla Complex Road.
Accessibility: Based on site visit, it was observed that the subject property is accessible through
Bandra Kurla Complex Road, which acts as the primary access for the subject
property. Also, the subject property is accessible through an internal road, which acts
as a secondary access road for the same. Vehicular access to the subject property is
through secondary access road.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
As per the title due diligence undertaken by Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. and as provided by
the Client, we understand that the legal address of the subject property is Plot no C-54, C-55, G-Block,
Bandra Kurla Complex Road, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400051. Additionally, it
is understood that the subject property is leasehold in nature, with remaining lease term of approx. 65
years.
Further, this valuation exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. The Consultants have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning Based on review of MMRDA lease deed provided by the client, it is identified that the
subject property is a commercial zoned land parcel. The same has been considered for
the purpose of this valuation. The Consultants have made no further inquiries with the
local authorities in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has been
based on information/review of MMRDA Lease Deed provided by the Client. It must be
noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land area
and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various documents
(such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the Client or assumed
based on building regulations, and no physical verification/ measurement has been
undertaken for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments (existing /
under construction / proposed) adhere to building regulations as prescribed by the
relevant authorities. The Consultants have not validated the information provided by the
Client with the relevant development authorities.
Approved Based on occupancy certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection during our
Usage: site visit, we understand that the subject property is an operational office. The current
use of the subject property has been provided by the Client and is broadly in agreement
with the rules and regulations as prescribed by the local development authority.
However, the Consultants have not made any enquiries with the relevant local authorities
to validate the same for its specific applicability to the subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use of
the property.
Natural or We believe the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural or induced hazards
induced (with the exception of extreme / out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Block
Building Elevation SEZ/Non-SEZ Age (Years) Leasable Area (sf)
Name
Completed Blocks
FIFC 2B+G+13 Non-SEZ 9 0.4#
Total 0.4
Source: Rent roll, Occupancy Certificate provided by Client; #Leasable area under the purview of this valuation exercise
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car Park provision MLCP / Covered car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, Site Visit, Lease Deeds
Subject property is developed and managed to international standards offering best-in-class asset
management and environment friendly green initiatives, which makes it a preferred option for domestic
as wells as Multinational Corporations (MNCs). Based on information provided by the Client and site
visit, it is understood that the subject property is in good condition and is being maintained well.
External view of the subject property Internal view of the subject property
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31,
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
20% 44% 61% 78% 78% 78% 91%
Source: Analysis of rent rolls provided by the Client
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
As per the review of recently executed leases at the subject property, it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 5.0% every year or 15.0% every 3 years which are
in line with the prevailing market practice witnessed across the sub-market and MMR region.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is an operational office located along Bandra Kurla Complex
Road, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai.
Bandra Kurla Complex (“BKC”), part of Mumbai’s Alternate Business District (ABD) sub-market has
emerged as one of the most important office destinations in Mumbai due to the presence of major
financial institutions as well as other large corporates (such as pharmaceutical companies & consulting
firms) and government entities. BKC is well-connected to the rest of the city via road and rail. The sub-
market is well connected to the residential suburbs and other commercial hubs of Mumbai through the
Western and Eastern Express highways. Further, there are residential pockets in the locality of the complex
as well as established social and physical infrastructure including hotels and hospitals.
9.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – MMR and Alternate Business District (ABD) Sub-market
Total completed stock in Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and Alternate Business District (ABD) as of
Q1 CY 2023 is 137 msf and 13.8 msf respectively.
Cumulative completed stock (Q1 2023) – (in msf) Approx. 137 Approx. 13.8
Current occupied stock (Q1 2023) (in msf) Approx. 104 Approx. 11.3
Average Gross Annual Absorption (2018 – 2022) (in msf) Approx. 5.5 Approx. 0.6
Source: CBRE
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing witnessed in each
year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and demand in the city in any given
year.
Bandra Kurla Complex (a part of ABD) has presence of a number of multinational companies in the
banking, financial services, insurance and pharmaceuticals sector. Additionally, the sub-market enjoys
excellent social and physical infrastructure including hotels, hospitals, etc. BKC has witnessed sustained
leasing activity from the financial services sector and given strong network effect due to presence of
various banks and other financial sector players, is likely to continue as the preferred hub for financial
services tenants in Mumbai.
Development
Development Name Leasable Area (msf) Approx. Vacancy (%) Rent (INR psf pm)#
Type
The current rents in subject sub-market typically vary between INR 260.0 – 440.0 psf pm on leasable
area basis depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the development (viz.
along/off the main arterial roads), quality of construction, developer brand, amenities offered, etc.
Further, CAM charges (included in the above-mentioned rents) are identified to be approx. INR 20.0 to
22.0 psf pm depending on the type of the structure. The parking charges in such developments range
between INR 10,000 – 15,000 per bay per month for covered car parks.
The table below highlights some of the recent lease transactions for developments in the influence region
of the subject property:
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rent Value (INR psf pm) *
Q1 2023 5,800 Tenant 1 290 – 300
Q1 2023 18,640 Tenant 2 290 – 300
Source: CBRE* Rents are exclusive of CAM but includes PT on leasable area basis; #Inclusive of CAM, PT
The demand is expected to grow in the long term. Considering BKC being at heart of Mumbai city along
with superior connectivity from the entire MMR, superior infrastructure within BKC, planned infrastructure
developments, steady occupier interest and stickiness of quality tenants towards grade-A developments,
is expected to keep the rentals stable in the short term with growth envisaged from FY2023-24.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
Valuation Methodology Discounted Cash Flow Method (using rent reversion approach)
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that subject property is a
commercial city centre office. Further, we understand that the total leasable area of the subject
development is 0.7 msf. But, from the rent roll provided by the client, the total leasable area considered
for the purpose of this valuation is 0.4 msf.
The total leasable area of the development is approx. 0.4 Mn sft and approx. 91% is leased as on date
of valuation.
The valuation assumptions have been considered based on the Valuer’s assessment of the subject
property and the subject sub-market. Also, revenue assumptions, absorption period etc. are based on
market benchmarks and extent of vacancy in the subject sub-market and competing supply. In order to
arrive at the future absorption levels at the subject property, we have analysed the historical demand and
supply trends coupled with the estimation of future supply proposed to be introduced in the subject
submarket.
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by FY 2024.
Based on market assessment and analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following rents have
been adopted for value assessment of the subject property.
Source: Rent roll provided by the Client; Valuer Assessment, * The rents mentioned above exclude other income such as CAM charges, parking
income received from the tenants, fit-out incomes etc.; ^weighted average warm shell rent for area already leased – as per rent roll shared by
Client.
The above rental assumption is adopted for the entire subject development. In addition to undertaking
an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also undertaken to understand
aspects such as area occupied, current rent and expiry analysis of the key tenants in the development.
Additionally, the Valuer also analysed the historical occupancy pattern at the subject sub-market and
lease-up time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3 years. The lease-up time was
observed to be 2 - 5 months based on quantum of space being renewed/ re-leased.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll/ information provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked
with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
9.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
10 Embassy TechZone
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Plot No. 3/A and Plot No. 3/B, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjewadi, Phase-II, Village
Address
Marunji, Taluka Mulshi, District Pune, Maharashtra.
Situation: Embassy TechZone is an IT office park located in Phase 2, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech
Park, Hinjewadi, Pune, Maharashtra
Location: The subject property is a high-quality open campus office park and is one of the
largest developments in its submarket. The submarket is a prominent commercial
office and technology hub of Pune city which has presence of major SEZ
developments like Embassy TechZone (subject property), Quadron, Qubix,
Ascendas International Tech Park, etc. Further, the submarket also has presence of
IT parks like Pesh Infotech, Indo Global Software Tech Park, Radius Tech Park,
Panchshil Tech Park, etc. In addition, some of the campuses of IT majors such as
Wipro, Infosys, Emerson Innovations, HCL, etc are also located in the submarket.
include Blue Ridge Public School, Pawar Public School, Sanjeevani Hospital, Ruby
Hall Clinic, etc.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Surrounds:
The property is surrounded as follows:
Potential changes in With the advent of IT sector in the country, Hinjewadi (the submarket) was
surroundings: developed as a technology hub of the city. Over the years, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech
Park has been developed across 3 phases.
The boost in commercial real estate segment prompted the development of the
submarket as a residential market to cater to the housing needs of the working
populace.
Further, the ongoing infrastructure developments such as the Metro Rail and the
Ring Road, connecting Hinjewadi to other parts of the city and state are expected
to improve image hierarchy of the region.
Shape: Based on the visual inspection, we understand that the subject land parcel is
broadly rectangular in shape.
Topography: Based on our site visit, the site appears to be even and on the same level as abutting
access roads.
As mentioned earlier, the subject site is located in Phase 2 of Rajiv Gandhi IT Park,
ccessibility:
Hinjewadi, Pune. The property has access through an internal road emanating
from Hinjewadi Phase 2 road.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Hinjewadi Phase
2 Embassy Quadron
Wipro Dange
Campus Chowk Road
Infosys
Embassy Qubix
Int’l
Biotech
1 2
Hinjewadi Ph Park
2 Road Hinjewadi Phase 1 International Tech Park
Infosys Shivaji
1 Wipro Chowk
Hinjewadi Phase Towards
3 Campus
Rajiv Gandhi Pune 2 Panchshil Tech Park
Infotech Park
TCS Tech 3
Mahindra 3 Radius Tech Park
Hinjewadi Blue Ridge
Megapolis 4
Road Township
4 Blue Ridge - Ascendas
Towards
Pirangut
Map Not to Scale (For Representation Purposes Only) Embassy Tech Zone Embassy Quadron Embassy Qubix
Source: Consultants’ Research
As per the title due diligence undertaken by King and Partridge and as provided by the Client, we
understand that the exact address of the subject property is Plot No. 3/A and Plot No. 3/B, Rajiv Gandhi
Infotech Park, Hinjewadi, Phase-II, Village Marunji, Taluka Mulshi, District Pune, Maharashtra.
Additionally, it is understood that the subject property is leasehold in nature, with remaining lease term
of approx. 77 years.
Further, this valuation exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. We have not made any inquiries in this regard with
the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning As per the title due diligence report and Client inputs, it was identified that the subject
property is a commercial zoned land parcel, granted on lease by Maharashtra Industrial
Development Corporation (MIDC), and is approved for development of an office Park.
The same has been considered for the purpose of this valuation. The Consultants have
made no further inquiries with the local authorities in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has been
based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It must be
noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land area
and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various documents
(such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the Client or assumed
based on building regulations, and no physical verification/ measurement has been
undertaken for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments (existing /
under construction / proposed) adhere to building regulations as prescribed by the
relevant authorities. The Consultants have not validated the information provided by the
Client with the relevant development authorities.
Approved Based on occupancy certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection during our
Usage: site visit, we understand that the subject property is an office park, comprising of 8
operational blocks. The current use of the subject property has been provided by the
Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations prescribed by the local
development authorities. However, the Consultants have not made any enquiries with
the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its specific applicability to the
subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use of
the property.
Natural or
We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural or
induced
induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Block
Building Elevation SEZ/Non-SEZ Age (Years) Leasable Area (msf)
Name
Completed Blocks
Colorado S2+S1+G+5 SEZ 12 0.3
Mississippi S2+S1+G+5 SEZ 12 0.3
Congo G+10 SEZ 9 0.5
Rhine G+8 SEZ 9 0.5
Mekong G+9 SEZ 8 0.3
Nile B+G+7 SEZ 11 0.3
Food Court G+1 - - 0.0
Hudson NA Non SEZ 1 0.5
Ganges NA Non SEZ 1 0.4
Total 3.0
Proposed
Block 4 NA SEZ NA 0.5
Block 9 NA SEZ NA 1.0
Block 10 NA SEZ NA 0.9
Volga NA SEZ NA 0.0
Total 2.4
Source: Rent roll provided by Client, Architect Certificate and Occupancy Certificate provided by Client
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided Covered/open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, site visit, lease deeds
Additionally, based on inputs provided by the Client coupled with visual inspection, Embassy
TechZone offers various on-site facilities and amenities, including intra-park shuttle services, breakout
zone, sports ground, fitness centre, training centre and an amphitheatre
Subject property is developed and managed to international standards offering best-in-class asset
management and environment friendly green initiatives, which makes it a preferred option for domestic
as wells as Multinational Corporations (MNCs). Based on information provided by the Client and site
visit, it is understood that the subject property is in good condition and is being maintained well.
Embassy TechZone
External view of the subject property External view of the subject property
External view of the subject property External view of the subject property
View of entry gate to subject property Internal view of a lobby at the subject property
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development for the operational
blocks:
March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31,
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
78% 87% 85% 94% 89% 86% 65%
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client, Indicative of committed occupancy
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recently executed lease deeds at the subject property, it is understood that the
contracted escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 12% to 15% every 3 years which are in
line with the prevailing market practice witnessed across the submarket and Pune.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is a commercial development situated within the submarket
of Hinjewadi which lies in the western periphery of Pune city. The submarket has presence of established
technology parks developed across 3 phases of Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park. The subject region is
characterised by grade A commercial office space, well laid physical infrastructure along with increasing
residential activity. The connectivity of the subject submarket to the rest of the city is facilitated by the
Mumbai – Bengaluru Bypass Highway.
Considering the growth of the subject submarket as one of the most prominent technology hubs of the
city, the submarket has witnessed a steady and sustainable supply of residential development for the
working populace. Going forward, the profile is expected to be cemented as one of the sought-after
technology destinations of the city along with residential developments to support the working populace.
10.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Pune and West Pune submarket
Total completed stock in Pune as of Q1, 2023 is 69.1 msf, out of which West Pune account for Approx.
19%.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 69.1 msf Approx. 13.3 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 53.9 msf Approx. 9.3 msf
Average Gross Absorption (2018 - 2022) Approx. 4.8 msf Approx. 0.7 msf
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and
demand in the city / submarket in any given year.
Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park developed by Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC),
located within Hinjewadi and has developed as a prominent commercial destination within Pune. The
Infotech Park commenced its development activities during 1998 and has been developed in three phases
I, II and III over the years. Additionally, by the virtue of ease of access through Mumbai-Bengaluru bypass
road, the region has evinced considerable interest from tenants. Further, owing to demand for residential
developments from the IT populace, local and national level developers have launched residential
townships in the region. Infrastructure initiatives developed (and planned) by the state government
augment the overall attractiveness of the region.
Leasable
Development Rents
Building Name Area Approx. Vacancy (%)
Type (INR/sf/month)
(in msf)
Development 1 IT SEZ 1.5 55 – 60 3.0 - 5.0%
As highlighted earlier, the current rents in submarket vary between INR 40 – 55 psf pm on leasable area
depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the development, quality of
construction, developer brand, amenities offered, etc. In addition, the maintenance charge for these
developments varies in the range of INR 7.0 – 26.0 psf pm. The parking charges in such developments
range between INR 2,500 – 3,500 per bay per month for covered car parks. The number of car park
slots available to every tenant is 1 car park slot for every 1,000 sft leased.
Based on our market research, we understand that rent in the submarket have witnessed an average
appreciation of approx. 2.6% between 2016 & Q1, 2023.
The table below highlights some of the recently transacted leases for technology developments in the
influence region of the subject property:
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rental Value (INR psf pm) *
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rental Value (INR psf pm) *
Source: CBRE* Rents are gross rents (viz. exclusive of property tax & insurance) on leasable area basis; Note: WS – Warm shell;
FF – Fully Fitted-out
Due to the onset of COVID-19 pandemic (wherein occupiers are still to fully come back to office,
specifically to IT/ SEZ segments) and drop in demand for SEZ spaces, the submarket witnessed a steep
fall in absorption. The submarket with its robust attributes such as location, connectivity, support
infrastructure (residential & social developments), planned infrastructure initiatives, strong investor and
corporates interest, and the nature of operations, demand for commercial real estate is expected to pick-
up in the medium to long term.
Further, due to availability of larger sized land parcels, and competitive capital and rentals values vis-à-
vis other peripheral locations such as East Pune, sustained occupier interest is envisaged for the larger
market. It is envisaged that prominent tenants are likely to continue their operations in West Pune
submarket resulting in limited churn and range bound vacancy pressures over medium to long term. This
is expected to keep the rents stable in the short term with growth envisaged in medium to long term.
Subject property with its prominent share in the operational stock as well as in the development pipeline
of Grade A SEZ space over the next 3-4 years, is expected to continue being a prominent development
in the West Pune submarket.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that subject property is a
commercial office park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject property:
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space at the subject property in the completed
blocks would be leased by FY 2029.
For the purpose of this valuation exercise, the lease rent adopted for the area already leased is based
on the rent rolls shared by the Client. Further, the Consultant has undertaken an in-depth market research
exercise to assess the prevailing rent values in the submarket. The same has been adopted for the vacant
space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent rolls provided by the Client, following
rents have been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the subject property.
The above market rent assumption is adopted for the entire subject development. In addition to
undertaking an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also undertaken to
understand aspects such as area occupied, current rent and expiry analysis of the key tenants in the park.
Additionally, the Valuer has also analysed the historical occupancy pattern of the market/ subject
development and lease-up time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3 years. The
lease-up time was observed to be 3 - 9 months based on quantum of space being renewed/ re-leased.
Moreover, for the proposed blocks, we have assumed that the development would be leased on warm
shell specifications with no applicable fit-out rents on any lease.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll/ information provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked
with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Source: Client’s representative & Valuer assessment; * Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit; ^Parking rates are approx. INR 3,000
per bay and the Valuer has assumed that 50% of the total bays are chargeable
Source: Client Input; Valuer assessment; *Note – based on inputs provided by the Client, we understand that the property tax is paid at
the beginning of every financial year wherein a 5% discount gets extended vis-à-vis pay-out during the end of the year and the same
has been adopted for the purpose of our valuation. ^ Asset Management fees have been considered a below the NOI line item.
10.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 month of rent
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office space is 8.25%.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
Component Value (INR Mn) % Share
Operational Blocks 20,037 88%
11 Embassy Quadron
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Plot No. 28, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjewadi Phase II, Maan Village, Mulshi
Address
Taluka, Pune District, Maharashtra
Situation: ‘Embassy Quadron’ is an office park located at Plot No. 28, Hinjewadi Phase II,
Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Pune, Maharashtra
Location: The subject property is located in a prominent commercial technology hub of Pune
city which has presence of major SEZ developments such as Embassy TechZone,
Embassy Quadron (Subject Property), Qubix, Ascendas International Tech Park, etc.
Further, the submarket also has presence of IT parks like Pesh Infotech, Indo Global
Software Tech Park, Radius Tech Park, Panchshil Tech Park, etc. In addition, some
of the campuses of IT majors such as Wipro, Infosys, Emerson Innovations, HCL,
etc are also located in the same micro market.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table below:
Potential changes With the advent of IT sector in the country, Hinjewadi (the subject micro-market) was
in surroundings: developed as an IT/ITeS hub of the city. Over the years, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park
has been developed across 3 phases.
The boost in commercial real estate segment also prompted to the development of
the micro-market as a residential market to cater the housing needs of the working
populace. This led to the development of various residential townships by major
developers of Pune city.
Further, the ongoing infrastructure developments such as the Metro Rail and the
Ring Road, connecting Hinjewadi to other parts of the city and state are expected to
enhance the attractiveness of the region.
Suitability of Considering the profile of surrounding developments, the subject property is opined
existing use: to be suited for its current use viz. office park.
Shape: Based on the visual inspection, we understand that the subject land parcel is broadly
regular in shape.
Topography: Based on the review of site plan provided by the Client and as corroborated with
our site visit, the site appears to be even and on the same level as abutting access
roads and adjoining properties
Frontage: Based on visual inspection and review of layout plans provided by the Client, we
understand that the frontage of the property is approximately 320 meters along the
Hinjewadi Phase 2 road.
Accessibility: The subject property has access from the Hinjewadi Phase 2 road.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Hinjewadi Phase
2 Embassy Quadron
Wipro Dange
Campus Chowk Road
Infosys
Embassy Qubix
Int’l
Biotech
1 2
Hinjewadi Ph Park
2 Road Hinjewadi Phase 1 International Tech Park
Infosys Shivaji
1 Wipro Chowk
Hinjewadi Phase Towards
3 Campus
Rajiv Gandhi Pune 2 Panchshil Tech Park
Infotech Park
TCS Tech 3
Mahindra 3 Radius Tech Park
Hinjewadi Blue Ridge
Megapolis 4
Road Township
4 Blue Ridge - Ascendas
Towards
Pirangut
Map Not to Scale (For Representation Purposes Only) Embassy Tech Zone Embassy Quadron Embassy Qubix
Source: Consultants’ Research
As per the title due diligence undertaken by Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and as provided by the Client,
we understand that the exact address of the subject property is Plot No. 28, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park,
Hinjewadi Phase II, Maan Village, Mulshi Taluka, Pune District, Maharashtra. Additionally, it is
understood that the subject property is leasehold in nature, with remaining lease term of approx. 77
years.
Further, this valuation exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. The Consultants have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning As per the review title due diligence report provided by the Client and subsequent Client
inputs, it was identified that the subject property is a commercial zoned land parcel,
granted on lease by Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), and is
approved for commercial office development. The same has been considered for the
purpose of this valuation. The Consultants have made no further inquiries with the local
authorities in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has been
based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It must be
noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land area
and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various documents
(such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the Client or assumed
based on building regulations, and no physical verification/ measurement has been
undertaken for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments (existing /
under construction / proposed) adhere to building regulations as prescribed by the
relevant authorities. The Consultants have not validated the information provided by the
Client with the relevant development authorities.
Approved Based on occupancy certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection during our
Usage: site visit, we understand that the subject property is a technology office park, comprising
of 4 operational blocks. The current use of the subject property has been provided by
the Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations prescribed by the
local development authorities. However, the Consultants have not made any enquiries
with the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its specific applicability to the
subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use of
the property.
Natural or
We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural or
induced
induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Block
Building Elevation SEZ/Non-SEZ Age (Years) Leasable Area (msf)
Name
Completed Blocks
Block 1 LG+UG+5 SEZ 13 0.4
Block 2 LG+UG+4 SEZ 13 0.4
Block 3 LG+UG+5 SEZ 12 0.5
Block 4 LG+10 SEZ 10 0.6
Total 1.9
Source: Rent roll, Occupancy Certificate provided by Client.
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided Covered/open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, Site Visit, lease deeds
Additionally, based on inputs provided by the Client coupled with visual inspection, Embassy Quadron offers
its occupiers a 2,000+ seat food court (including alfresco seating), indoor sports zone, fitness centre, day-
care facilities, refurbished lobbies, enhanced landscaping, and various retail offerings.
Based on information provided by the Client, it is understood that the subject property is in good condition and
is being maintained well.
Embassy Quadron
External view of the subject property External view of the subject property
External view of the subject property External view of the subject property
Internal access road at the subject property Primary access road to the subject property
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31,
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
100% 99% 91% 79% 50% 50% 50%
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client; Indicative of committed occupancy
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recent executed leases at the subject property it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 10% to 15% every 3 years which are in line with the
prevailing market practice witnessed across the submarket and Pune.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is a commercial development situated within the submarket
of Hinjewadi which lies in the western periphery of Pune city. The submarket has presence of established
technology parks developed across 3 phases of Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park. The subject region is
characterised by grade A commercial office space, well laid physical infrastructure along with increasing
residential activity. The connectivity of the subject submarket to the rest of the city is facilitated by the
Mumbai – Bengaluru Bypass Highway.
Considering the growth of the subject submarket as one of the most prominent technology hubs of the
city, the submarket has witnessed a steady and sustainable supply of residential development for the
working populace. Going forward, the profile is expected to be cemented as one of the sought-after
technology destinations of the city along with residential developments to support the working populace.
11.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Pune and West Pune submarket
Total completed stock in Pune as of Q1, CY 2023 is 69.1 msf, out of which West Pune account for Approx. 19%.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 69.1 msf Approx. 13.3 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 53.9 msf Approx. 9.3 msf
Average Gross Absorption (2018 - 2022) Approx. 4.8 msf Approx. 0.7 msf
s
Demand – Supply Dynamics (West Pune)
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and
demand in the city in any given year
Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park developed by Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC),
located within Hinjewadi and has developed as a prominent commercial destination within Pune. The
Infotech Park commenced its development activities during 1998 and has been developed in three
phases I, II and III over the years. Additionally, by the virtue of ease of access through Mumbai-Bengaluru
bypass road, the region has evinced considerable interest from tenants. Further, owing to demand for
residential developments from the IT populace, local and national level developers have launched
residential townships in the region. Infrastructure initiatives developed (and planned) by the state
government augment the overall attractiveness of the region.
Leasable
Development Rents
Building Name Area Approx. Vacancy (%)
Type (INR/sf/month)
(in msf)
Development 1 IT SEZ 1.5 55 – 60 3.0 - 5.0%
As highlighted earlier, the current rents in submarket vary between INR 40 – 55 psf pm on leasable area
depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the development, quality of
construction, developer brand, amenities offered, etc. In addition, the maintenance charge for these
developments varies in the range of INR 7.0 – 26.0 psf pm. The parking charges in such developments
range between INR 2,500 – 3,500 per bay per month for covered car parks. The number of car park
slots available to every tenant is 1 car park slot for every 1,000 sft leased.
Based on our market research, we understand that rent in the submarket have witnessed an average
appreciation of approx. 2.6% between 2016 & Q1, 2023.
The table below highlights some of the recently transacted leases for technology developments in the
influence region of the subject property:
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rental Value (INR psf pm) *
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rental Value (INR psf pm) *
Source: CBRE* Rents are gross rents (viz. exclusive of property tax & insurance) on leasable area basis; Note: WS – Warm shell;
FF – Fully Fitted-out
Due to the onset of COVID-19 pandemic (wherein occupiers are still to fully come back to office,
specifically to IT/ SEZ segments) and drop in demand for SEZ spaces, the submarket witnessed a steep
fall in absorption. The submarket with its robust attributes such as location, connectivity, support
infrastructure (residential & social developments), planned infrastructure initiatives, strong investor and
corporates interest, and the nature of operations, demand for commercial real estate is expected to pick-
up in the medium to long term.
Further, due to availability of larger sized land parcels, and competitive capital and rentals values vis-à-
vis other peripheral locations such as East Pune, sustained occupier interest is envisaged for the larger
market. It is envisaged that prominent tenants are likely to continue their operations in West Pune
submarket resulting in limited churn and range bound vacancy pressures over medium to long term. This
is expected to keep the rents stable in the short term with growth envisaged in medium to long term.
Subject property with its prominent share in the operational stock as well as in the development pipeline
of Grade A SEZ space over the next 3-4 years, is expected to continue being a prominent development
in the West Pune submarket.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
Valuation Methodology Discounted Cash Flow Method (using rental reversion approach)
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that subject property is an office
park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject property:
Retail 0.0
Total 1.9
Source: Rent roll provided by Client
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by end of FY 2027.
For the purpose of this valuation exercise, the lease rental adopted for the area already leased is based
on the rent roll shared by the Client. Further, the Valuer has undertaken an in-depth market research
exercise to assess the prevailing rental values in the submarket. The same has been adopted for the
vacant space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following
rentals have been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the subject property.
Rental Adopted*
Component Leasable Area (msf) Occupancy (%) Basis
(INR/sft/month)
Current Rent for Leased area 53^
Office 1.9 50%
Marginal rent for reversion/ vacant
48
area
Source: Rent roll provided by the Client; Valuer Assessment
* The rentals mentioned above exclude other income such as CAM charges, parking income received from the tenants, etc.; ^weighted
average warm shell rental for area already leased – as per rent roll shared by Client
In addition to undertaking an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also
undertaken to understand aspects such as area occupied, current rental and expiry analysis of the key
tenants in the park. Additionally, we have also analysed the historical occupancy pattern of the market/
subject development and lease-up time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3
years. The lease-up time was observed to be 3 – 9 months based on quantum of space being renewed
/ re-leased.
Based on the size and scale of operations of these tenants, the Valuer has adopted individual market
rent assumptions for larger tenants in the subject development. For the larger tenants, we have assumed
that post lease expiry, these spaces will revert to market rent prevailing at that point in time. However,
given the large size of these spaces, the Client will require longer lease-up time. Therefore, we have
adopted a higher lease-up time, ranging from 6 – 9 months depending on area to be leased.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll/ information provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked
with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Source: Client’s representative & Valuer assessment; * Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit; ^Parking rates are approx. INR 3,000
per bay and the Valuer has assumed that 50% of the total bays are chargeable
Source: Client Input/ Valuer assessment, ^ Asset Management fee has been considered a below the NOI line item
11.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office space is 8.25%.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted for
the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
12 Embassy Qubix
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Plot No.2, Blue Ridge Township, Near Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park – Phase I,
Address
Hinjewadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411057
Location: The subject property is located in one of the prominent commercial (IT/ITeS) hubs
of Pune city which has presence of major SEZ developments such as Embassy
Qubix (subject property), Quadron, TechZone, Ascendas International Tech Park,
etc. The asset is part of a larger integrated township in West Pune housing various
residential towers, schools and retail components. This provides a walk to work
eco-system for its occupiers and their employees which significantly adds to the
unique proposition of this asset.
Further, the micro-market also has presence of IT parks like Pesh Infotech, Indo
Global Software Tech Park, Radius Tech Park, Panchshil Tech Park, etc. In addition,
some of the campuses of IT majors such as Wipro, Infosys, Emerson Innovations,
HCL, etc. are also located in the micro market.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Potential changes in With the advent of IT sector in the country, Hinjewadi (the subject micro-market)
surroundings: was developed as an IT/ITeS hub of the city. Over the years, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech
Park has been developed across 3 phases.
The boost in commercial real estate segment also prompted to the development of
the micro-market as a residential market to cater the housing needs of the working
populace. This led to the development of various residential townships by major
developers of Pune city.
Further, the ongoing infrastructure developments such as the Metro Rail and the
Ring Road, connecting Hinjewadi to other parts of the city and state are expected
to enhance the attractiveness of the region.
Shape: The site has a general rectangular configuration and is bounded by Blueridge
township internal road on three of its sides.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to
be even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Frontage: Based on visual inspection and review of layout plans provided by the Client, we
understand that the frontage of the subject property is approximately 300 meters
along the primary access road.
The subject property can be accessed via an internal road connecting the property
Accessibility:
with Phase I of the Rajiv Gandhi InfoTech Park.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Hinjewadi Phase
2 Embassy Quadron
Wipro Dange
Campus Chowk Road
Infosys
Embassy Qubix
Int’l
Biotech
1 2
Hinjewadi Ph Park
2 Road Hinjewadi Phase 1 International Tech Park
Infosys Shivaji
1 Wipro Chowk
Hinjewadi Phase Towards
3 Campus
Rajiv Gandhi Pune 2 Panchshil Tech Park
Infotech Park
TCS Tech 3
Mahindra 3 Radius Tech Park
Hinjewadi Blue Ridge
Megapolis 4
Road Township
4 Blue Ridge - Ascendas
Towards
Pirangut
Map Not to Scale (For Representation Purposes Only) Embassy Tech Zone Embassy Quadron Embassy Qubix
Source: Consultants’ Research
As per the title due diligence undertaken by Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and as provided by the Client,
we understand that the exact address of the subject property is Plot no 2, Blue Ridge Township, Near
Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park – I, Hinjewadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411057. Additionally, it is understood that
the subject property is freehold in nature.
Further, this appraisal exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. The Consultants have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning
As per the Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client, we understand that the subject
property is an IT SEZ development and is zoned as “Commercial IT/ ITeS”. As per the
Occupancy Certificate, we understand that the subject property is developed on a
freehold land parcel in Hinjewadi. The same has been considered for the purpose of
this appraisal. The Consultants have made no further inquiries with the local authorities
in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has been
based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It must be
noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land area
and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various documents
(such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the Client or assumed
based on building regulations, and no physical verification/ measurement has been
undertaken for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments adhere to
building regulations as prescribed by the relevant authorities. The Consultants have not
validated the information provided by the Client with the relevant development
authorities.
Approved Based on review of occupancy certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection
Usage: during our site visit, we understand that the subject property is an office development,
comprising of a Commercial IT SEZ office park (along with support retail), comprising
of 6 operational office blocks. The current use of the subject property has been provided
by the Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations as prescribed
by the local development authority. However, the Consultants have not made any
enquiries with the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its specific
applicability to the subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use of
the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural or
induced induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided MLCP, Basement, Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client
Additionally, based on inputs provided by the Client coupled with visual inspection, Embassy Qubix
offers its occupiers a full suite of amenities, including a renovated food court, refurbished lobbies, and
a 150-seat auditorium, etc.
Based on information provided by the Client and our inspection during the site visit, it is understood that
the subject property is in good condition and is being maintained well. Subject property offers
international standard infrastructure, best-in-class asset management and environment friendly green
initiatives. Over the last few years, Client has incurred repairs and maintenance expenses towards
upgradation the park. The table below highlights the major repairs and maintenance work/ infrastructure
upgrade works to be undertaken in the next few years:
Embassy Qubix
External view of the subject property External view of the subject property
External view of the buildings at subject property View of the Parking area
Internal view of the subject property Primary access road to the subject property
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31,
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
97% 100% 100% 100% 91% 89% 90%
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client; Indicative of committed occupancy
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recent executed leases at the subject property it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 10% to 15% every 3 years which are in line with the
prevailing market practice witnessed across the micro-market and Pune.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is a commercial development situated within the submarket
of Hinjewadi which lies in the western periphery of Pune city. The submarket has presence of established
technology parks developed across 3 phases of Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park. The subject region is
characterised by grade A commercial office space, well laid physical infrastructure along with increasing
residential activity. The connectivity of the subject submarket to the rest of the city is facilitated by the
Mumbai – Bengaluru Bypass Highway.
Considering the growth of the subject submarket as one of the most prominent technology hubs of the
city, the submarket has witnessed a steady and sustainable supply of residential development for the
working populace. Going forward, the profile is expected to be cemented as one of the sought-after
technology destinations of the city along with residential developments to support the working populace.
12.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Pune and West Pune micro-market
Total completed stock in Pune as of Q1, 2023 is 69.1 msf, out of which West Pune account for Approx.
19%.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 69.1 msf Approx. 13.3 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 53.9 msf Approx. 9.3 msf
Average Gross Absorption (2018 - 2022) Approx. 4.8 msf Approx. 0.7 msf
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and
demand in the city / submarket in any given year
Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park developed by Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), located
within Hinjewadi and has developed as a prominent commercial destination within Pune. The Infotech Park
commenced its development activities during 1998 and has been developed in three phases I, II and III over
the years. Additionally, by the virtue of ease of access through Mumbai-Bengaluru bypass road, the region has
evinced considerable interest from tenants. Further, owing to demand for residential developments from the IT
populace, local and national level developers have launched residential townships in the region. Infrastructure
initiatives developed (and planned) by the state government augment the overall attractiveness of the region.
Leasable
Development Rents
Building Name Area Approx. Vacancy (%)
Type (INR/sf/month)
(in msf)
Development 1 IT SEZ 1.5 55 – 60 3.0 - 5.0%
As highlighted earlier, the current rents in submarket vary between INR 40 – 55 psf pm on leasable area
depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the development, quality of
construction, developer brand, amenities offered, etc. In addition, the maintenance charge for these
developments varies in the range of INR 7.0 – 26.0 psf pm. The parking charges in such developments
range between INR 2,500 – 3,500 per bay per month for covered car parks. The number of car park
slots available to every tenant is 1 car park slot for every 1,000 sft leased. Based on our market research,
we understand that rent in the submarket have witnessed an average appreciation of approx. 2.6%
between 2016 & Q1, 2023.
The table below highlights some of the recently transacted leases for technology developments in the
influence region of the subject property:
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rental Value (INR psf pm) *
Source: CBRE* Rentals are gross rentals (viz. exclusive of property tax & insurance) on leasable area basis; Note: WS – Warm shell
Due to the onset of COVID-19 pandemic (wherein occupiers are still to fully come back to office,
specifically to IT/ SEZ segments) and drop in demand for SEZ spaces, the submarket witnessed a steep
fall in absorption. The submarket with its robust attributes such as location, connectivity, support
infrastructure (residential & social developments), planned infrastructure initiatives, strong investor and
corporates interest, and the nature of operations, demand for commercial real estate is expected to pick-
up in the medium to long term.
Further, due to availability of larger sized land parcels, and competitive capital and rentals values vis-à-
vis other peripheral locations such as East Pune, sustained occupier interest is envisaged for the larger
market. It is envisaged that prominent tenants are likely to continue their operations in West Pune
submarket resulting in limited churn and range bound vacancy pressures over medium to long term. This
is expected to keep the rents stable in the short term with growth envisaged in medium to long term.
Subject property with its prominent share in the operational stock as well as in the development pipeline
of Grade A SEZ space over the next 3-4 years, is expected to continue being a prominent development
in the West Pune submarket.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
Valuation Methodology Discounted Cash Flow Method (using rental reversion approach)
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that subject property is a
commercial IT SEZ office park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject
property.
Particulars Approx. leasable area (in msf)
Building IT 1 0.3
Building IT 2 0.1
Building IT 3 0.3
Building IT 4 0.2
Building IT 5 0.2
Building IT 6 0.3
Total 1.5
Source: Rent roll provided by Client
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by end of FY 2026.
For the purpose of this appraisal exercise, the lease rental adopted for the area already leased is based
on the rent roll shared by the Client. Further, the Valuer has undertaken an in-depth market research
exercise to assess the prevailing rental values in the subject micro-market. The same has been adopted
for the vacant space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following
rentals have been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the subject property.
The above market rent assumption is adopted for the entire subject development. In addition to
undertaking an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also undertaken to
understand aspects such as area occupied, current rental and expiry analysis of the key tenants in the
park. Additionally, we also analysed the historical occupancy pattern at the subject micro-market/ subject
development and lease-up time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3 years. The
lease-up time was observed to be 3 - 9 months based on quantum of space being renewed/ re-leased.
Based on the size and scale of operations of these tenants, the Valuer adopted individual market rent
assumptions for larger tenants in the subject development. For the larger tenants, we have assumed that
post lease expiry, these spaces will revert to market rent prevailing at that point in time. However, given
the large size of these spaces, the Client will require longer lease-up time.
Based on an analysis of existing lease rolls, it was observed that the typical escalation clause in the subject
property is in the range of 10% to 15% every three years, which is in-line with the trend observed in the
market. The same has been adopted by the Consultant for the vacant area.
As per the information (rent roll) provided by the Client, we understand that there is no fit-outs rental
being charged to any tenant in the subject property.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll/ information provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked
with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Source: Client’s Inputs & Valuer assessment; * Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit; ^assumed at INR 3,000 per bay per
month, with 50% free car park
Source: Valuer assessment; ^ Asset Management fee has been considered a below the NOI line item
12.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office space is 8.25%.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted for
the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
13 Embassy Oxygen
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Address Plot No. – 07, Sector 144, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Source: Lease Deed (dated September 21, 2007), Title Report, Architect Certificate
Situation: Subject property – ‘Embassy Oxygen’ is a partly operational office park located at Sector
144, Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Location: The subject property is located in Sector – 144, Noida in close proximity to Noida –
Greater Noida Expressway and is one of the few high-quality, institutionally-owned office
assets in the sub-market. The property is amongst the largest office parks in the city and
one of only few SEZ developments in its sub-market. The subject property is well
connected to other parts of Noida and Delhi on account of its strategic location i.e., close
proximity to the Noida – Greater Noida expressway and DND Expressway (located at a
distance of approx. 16 – 17 km from the subject property). Further, the subject property
is also located in close proximity to Greater Noida, which is an upcoming real estate
vector.
The subject vector, i.e., Noida – Greater Noida Expressway is an emerging commercial
/ residential vector of Noida. The said vector has witnessed significant real estate activity
in the past (as the region comprises of initial set of sectors, which were earmarked for
private real estate development) and houses various large-scale organized real estate
projects such as integrated residential townships, commercial developments, IT parks/
SEZs, etc. from prominent developers.
etc. Due to its affordable rents in the context of Delhi NCR, established infrastructure,
access to employee talent pools, the sub-market witness’s robust occupier demand.
The subject sub-market viz. Noida – Greater Noida Expressway also houses various
residential developments across different segments such as Saha Amadeus, Eldeco
Utopia, Paras Tiera, Logix Blossom County, Logix Zest, Omaxe Forest, Sikka Kaamna
Greens, Sikka Karnam Greens, etc. Further, the said vector is also home to large
integrated residential township developments such as Jaypee Wishtown, Unitech Golf
and Country Club, etc.
Moreover, the said vector has emerged as a prominent institutional vector housing
Jaypee Hospital (a multi-speciality hospital) and Amity University (an educational campus
spread across an area of approx. 64 acres offering a wide range of Graduate as well as
Post Graduate Programs). The region also comprises of reputed international as well as
national schools such as Pathways, Shiv Nadar School, Lotus Valley International School,
etc.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table below:
Landmark Distance (km)
Sector-18, Central Business District (CBD) of Noida 16 – 17
DND Flyway 16 – 17
Connaught Place, CBD of Delhi 29 – 30
Further, with the addition of new supply and favourable outlook towards the subject
region from technology sector, it is expected that the subject sub-market would emerge
as a prominent commercial hub of Noida in the short to medium term.
Moreover, the construction of MRTS rail link connecting Noida with Greater Noida
(passing through the subject region) has been completed, which has significantly
enhanced the attractiveness of the subject location.
Suitability of Considering the profile of surrounding developments, the subject property is opined to
existing use: be suited for its current use viz. IT/ ITeS SEZ office park.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on site plan provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site visit,
it is understood that the subject land parcel is largely regular in shape.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to be
even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Accessibility: Based on site map provided by the Client coupled with visual inspection undertaken,
it was observed that the primary access to the subject property is by an approx. 45
m wide sector road (emanating from Noida – Greater Noida Expressway) located
towards the west of the subject property. In addition, the property is also accessible
by an internal sector road of Sector 144, which is an approx. 24 m wide road located
towards the south of the subject property. The subject property enjoys significant
frontage along both the access roads.
Frontage: Based on review of site plan, visual inspection and measurements made on Google
maps, we understand that the subject site has a frontage of approximately 280
meters along the primary access road (viz. approx. 45 m wide sector road) and
approximately 350 meters along the 24 m wide internal sector road.
Please refer Exhibit & Addenda for the site plan of the subject property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by M/s. Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and lease deed (dated
September 21, 2007) provided by the Client, we understand that the exact address of the subject property
is Plot No. – 07, Sector 144, Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, it is understood that the subject property
is leasehold in nature, with remaining lease term of approx. 74 years.
Further, this valuation exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. The Consultants have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning:
As per the Occupancy Certificates/ Lease Deed provided by the Client, we
understand that the subject property is zoned for Institutional Use (with permission
for IT/ ITeS SEZ development). It is located within the jurisdiction of New Okhla
Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA). The same has been considered for the
purpose of this valuation. The Consultants have made no further inquiries with the
local authorities in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has
been based on review of Noida Master Plan and various documents/ information
provided by the Client. It must be noted that all factual data viz. permissible
development control regulations, land area and achievable FSI have also been
based on information/review of various documents (such as title report, lease deed,
plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the Client or assumed based on
building regulations, and no physical verification/measurement has been
undertaken for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments adhere
to building regulations as prescribed by the relevant authorities. The Consultants
have not validated the information provided by the Client with the relevant
development authorities.
Approved Usage: Based on Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection during
our site visit, we understand that the subject property is an office park, comprising of
8 operational office blocks and a food court. The current use of the subject property
has been provided by the Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules and
regulations as prescribed by the local development authority. However, the
Consultants have not made any enquiries with the relevant local authorities to
validate the same for its specific applicability to the subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use
of the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural
induced hazards: or induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Completed Blocks
A B+G+7 SEZ 10 0.2
B B+G+8 SEZ 10 0.2
C B+G+8 SEZ 9 0.3
D G+4 SEZ 10 0.2
E B+S+G+9 SEZ 8 0.3
F B+S+G+7 SEZ 8 0.2
3 B + S + G + 12 SEZ 3 0.5
Food Court B+S+G SEZ 3 0.0
2 B + S + G + 12 SEZ 1 0.6
Total 2.5
Under-Construction / Proposed Block
1 B + S + G + 12 SEZ11 NA 0.7
Total 0.7
Source: Rent roll, Occupancy/ Completion Certificates provided by Client
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Based on information provided by client, we understand that the client has applied for denotification of the under construction SEZ
block. The client intends to develop and construct the block as a Non-SEZ development. The same has been considered for the purpose
of the valuation.
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, Site visit undertaken by the Consultants, lease deeds
Subject property is developed and managed to international standards offering best-in-class asset
management and environment friendly green initiatives, which makes it a preferred option for domestic
as wells as Multinational Corporations (MNCs). Embassy Oxygen’s open campus-style provides occupiers
with reliable infrastructure, landscaped greenspace, a recently revamped food court and a suite of tenant
amenities (such as a sports zone, auditorium, café, fitness centre and day-care facilities). Based on
information provided by the Client and site visit, it is understood that the subject property is in good
condition and is being maintained well.
Embassy Oxygen
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31,
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
100% 100% 92% 84% 73% 76% 67%
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client; Indicative of committed occupancy
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recently executed leases at the subject property, it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are 15% every 3 years, which are in line with the prevailing market
practice witnessed across the sub-market and Noida.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is located in Sector 144 towards the geographical south –
eastern periphery of Noida City. The subject region is well connected to other parts of Noida and Delhi
owing to its strategic location in proximity to Noida – Greater Noida Expressway, which makes it easily
accessible from other regions of NCR.
Noida-Greater Noida Expressway is emerging as an integrated development corridor with provision for
large-scale IT parks, SEZs, corporate office space, and developments across other real estate segments.
This vector has witnessed significant development activity over the past few years in commercial office
segment with facilities being developed by local as well as national developers. The region has witnessed
robust demand from the technology sector, owing to its positioning as a technology hub and strategic
location. Further, the emergence of technology as the main driver of commercial office space demand
has led to emergence of a few IT SEZ developments in the region. The expressway also comprises of
some prominent educational institutions such as Genesis Global School, Panchsheel Balak Inter College,
Delhi Public School, Amity University, Lotus Valley International School, Pathway’s World School, etc. and
hospitals such as Jaypee Hospital, JS Hospital, Felix Hospital, etc.
The commercial activity hubs along the Noida – Greater Noida Expressway can be divided into two blocks
viz. Sectors 125 – 127 forming the first block which are located in proximity to Delhi and predominantly
comprise of IT/ITeS developments. Majority of the developments along this stretch are completed. The
prominent buildings in this block are Logix Technology Park, Tech Boulevard, Windsor IT Park, 8 Square,
Tapasya, etc.
The second block comprises of sectors located towards Greater Noida along the expressway, such as
sectors 132, 135, 142, 144, etc. which has notified SEZs as well as IT parks. The subject property forms
a part of this block. The developments in this block are in different stages of planning and construction.
This region is emerging as an important commercial hub owing to the spillover of demand from the first
block which has limited availability of large sized land parcels. This region is perceived as a preferred
destination for technology companies seeking expansion, consolidation or entry strategies in Noida
owing to established infrastructure, excellent connectivity, availability of large, consolidated spaces, etc.
Some of the prominent commercial developments in the sub-market are Embassy Oxygen (‘the subject
property’), Candor TechSpace, Assotech Business Cresterra, Advant Navis Business Park, Stellar 135,
Express Trade Towers 2, etc.
Further, the commercial developments in this vector are supported by various residential developments
across different segments and other social infrastructure. Some of the prominent residential developments
in the region are Eldeco Utopia, Paras Tiera, Logix Blossom County, Logix Zest, Omaxe Forest, Saha
Amadeus, etc.
13.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Noida and Noida – Greater Noida Expressway sub-market
Total completed Grade A office stock in Noida as of Q1, CY 2023 is approx. 28.3 msf (for competition
set), out of which Noida-Greater Noida Expressway accounts for approx. 57.6%.
Noida-Greater Noida
Particular Noida (competition set)*^
Expressway*^
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 28.3 msf Approx. 16.3 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 20.5 msf Approx. 11.2 msf
Average Annual Office Absorption (2018 – 2022) Approx. 1.7 msf Approx. 1.2 msf
Source: CBRE
* The Noida commercial market is highly fragmented and comprises of commercial buildings which do not qualify as a competition set
for Embassy REIT properties. The characteristics of these buildings are inferior as compared to typical Grade A commercial buildings
and the ownership is typically on strata holding basis. Hence, for the purpose of analysing the demand and supply dynamics of Noida,
the total stock has been bifurcated to include a competition set, comprising of buildings with area not less than 75,000 sf, an open plan
office with large size floor plates, adequate ceiling height, 24 X 7 power back-up, supply of telephone lines, infrastructure for access to
internet, central air-conditioning, spacious and well decorated lobbies, circulation areas, lift services, sufficient parking facilities, etc.
^includes IT/ ITeS and SEZ stock
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing witnessed
in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and occupied stock in
any given year
As mentioned earlier, the subject region has emerged as a preferred business destination on account of
availability of large-scale integrated IT parks and well-laid infrastructure. Further, the emergence of
technology as the main driver of commercial office space demand has led to emergence of large
integrated SEZ developments in the subject region such as Candor TechSpace located in Sector 135,
Embassy Oxygen (‘the subject property’) located in Sector 144, etc. Few of the other grade A commercial
developments (IT/ITeS) located in the subject region include Assotech Business Cresterra, Advant Navis
Business Park, Stellar 135, Express Trade Towers 2, etc.
Availability of good quality office space at affordable rents, presence of skilled manpower along with
good connectivity and improved infrastructure are some of the reasons that have spurred demand for
office space from corporate occupiers.
As highlighted earlier, the current rents in subject sub-market typically vary between INR 45.0 – 60.0 psf
pm on leasable area basis (for warm shell spaces) depending upon specifications offered, location and
accessibility of the development (viz. along/off the main roads), quality of construction, developer brand,
amenities offered, space off take, related infrastructure provision for the site, distance from the key hubs
of the city, etc.
Based on our market research, we understand that the rents in the subject sub-market have witnessed
an average annual appreciation of approx. 1.05% between 2018 and Q1, 2023. The market has
witnessed low demand of SEZ spaces due to removal of tax benefits to the tenants. Also, the said
appreciation in the region is understood to be on account of high vacancy levels in the SEZ developments
coupled with rising exits of major tech giants. Hence, with high vacancy levels in large-scale business
parks, the market is expected to grow at a low pace going forward.
The table below highlights some of the recent transacted rental values for office developments in the
influence region of the subject property:
Transacted
Date of Transaction Development Area (sft) Tenant Rent (INR psf
pm)*
Q1, 2023 Development 1 41,500 Tenant 1 50.0 (WS)
Q4, 2022 Development 2 35,715 Tenant 2 54.0 (WS)
Q3, 2022 Development 3 50,000 Tenant 3 50.0 (WS)
Q3, 2022 Development 4 15,500 Tenant 4 50.0 (WS)
Q4, 2021 Development 5 4,000 Tenant 5 50.0 (WS)
Q4, 2021 Development 6 7,000 Tenant 6 55.0 (WS)
Q4, 2021 Development 7 10,000 Tenant 7 48.0 (WS)
Q4, 2021 Development 8 30,000 Tenant 8 70.0 (WS)
Q4, 2021 Development 9 22,500 Tenant 9 70.0 (WS)
Q4, 2021 Development 10 48,450 Tenant 10 55.0 (WS)
Q4, 2021 Development 11 39,900 Tenant 11 55.0 (WS)
Q4, 2021 Development 12 35,000 Tenant 12 55.0 (WS)
Q3, 2021 Development 13 20,000 Tenant 13 60.0 (WS)
Source: CBRE* Rents are gross rents (viz. exclusive of property tax & insurance) on leasable area basis; Note: WS – Warm shell; FF –
Fully Fitted-out
The rentals across the subject vector for IT developments including the subject property have witnessed
steady growth over the last 4 – 5 years on the back of sustained occupier demand and limited availability
of ready to occupy Grade-A developments. Further, the completion of various infrastructure initiatives
(such as FNG Expressway, metro connectivity, proposed Greenfield International Airport, Jewar at Jewar
etc.) coupled with the significant residential inventory completion (in short to medium term) in the subject
region is expected to enhance the profile of the subject location and would have an inherent impact on
the office space demand which is expected to remain stable.
The greenfield international airport will be built and managed by jointly formed SPV of Government of
Uttar Pradesh and Zurich International AG with the name Yamuna International Airport Private Limited.
It is noteworthy that 1,334 hectares of land from six villages of Rohi, Parohi, Kishorepur, Dayanatpur,
Ranhera and Banwari in Jewar Tehsil has been acquired in the first phase for the Jewar International
Airport. The phase-1 of the greenfield project is expected to be commissioned by the year 2023 with
capacity to handle 12 million passengers annually. The second phase of the project is expected to be
completed by 2031 and will increase its capacity to 30 million passengers per year while the third and
fourth phases are due to be finished by 2036 and 2040 respectively, further enhancing its capacity to
50 million and 70 million per year, respectively.
Hence, going forward, given the demand for office space in this vector, ongoing infrastructure initiatives,
low vacancy levels and superior development quality, the subject sub-market is expected to witness a
consistent increase in rentals.
Moreover, Embassy Oxygen (‘the subject property’) contributes a large share in operational stock as well
as development pipeline in the next few years. Hence, considering the limited scope for future expansion
in other properties, the subject property is expected to witness high demand from corporates looking at
expansion/ consolidation.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving due
consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature of
asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approach:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that subject property is an office
park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject property:
Total 3.3
Source: Architect Certificate and Rent roll provided by Client
Particular Absorption Schedule Till 31st March 2023* FY 2024 FY 2025 Total
Percentage (%) - 20.0% 80.0% 100.0%
Tower 1
Leasable Area (msf) - 0.1 0.6 0.7
Source: Valuer assessment
* Area leased/ committed till date of valuation as per Client’s inputs
Kindly note that the valuation assumptions/inputs pertaining to development timelines, positioning, etc.
have been considered based on the Valuer’s assessment of the existing on-ground review of the subject
property and the subject sub-market. Further, the assumptions such as revenue assumptions, absorption
period, etc. for the development are based on market benchmarks and extent of vacancy in the subject
sub-market and competing supply.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following
rents have been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the subject property.
Rent Adopted* (INR
Component Leasable Area (msf) Occupancy (%) Basis
psf pm)
Current Rent for Leased area 54.0^
Office 2.5 67% Marginal rent for reversion/ vacant
48.0
area
Source: Rent roll provided by the Client; Valuer Assessment * The rents mentioned above exclude other income such as CAM charges,
parking income received from the tenants, etc. ^weighted average warm shell rent for area already leased – as per rent roll shared by
Client. Also, please note that the rent highlighted above does not include the committed area/ area under hard option
Based on an analysis of existing lease rolls, it was observed that the typical escalation clause in the subject
property is approx. 15% after every three years, which is in-line with the trend observed in the market.
The same has been adopted by the Valuer for the vacant area and renewals at the subject property.
As per the information (rent roll) provided by the Client, we understand that currently, the subject
development does not receive any separate income from fit-out rentals from any of the tenants.
Moreover, for the vacant area (in completed/proposed blocks), we have assumed that the same would
be leased on warm shell specifications with no applicable fit-out rentals on any lease.
In addition to lease rent revenues, office parks typically have additional sources of revenue. These include
revenues on account of security deposit (refunded at the time of lease expiry / exit), other miscellaneous
income (such as parking, cell sites, retail areas, food court, kiosks, etc.), mark-up on Common Area
Maintenance (CAM) charges/ CAM margin, etc.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll/ information provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked
with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Warm shell Security Deposit* 6 months No. of months’ warm shell rental
Source: Client’s Inputs & Valuer assessment; * Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit
The following table highlights the assumptions towards the development cost for the proposed block at
the subject development:
The following table highlights the assumptions towards the refurbishment expenses in the subject
development:
The following table highlights the assumptions towards other expenses in the subject development:
Based on the prevailing market benchmarks and historical vacancies witnessed in the subject property,
a vacancy provision of 5% has been adopted at the time of operations and upon assessment of terminal
value.
Based on the trend prevalent in the subject sub – market, we have considered a rent-free period of 3
months for the subject property from the lease commencement date (for future / new leases)
13.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office space is 8.25%.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
14 Embassy Galaxy
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Address A-44 & 45, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India – 201309
Source: Lease Deed (dated March 27, 2006), Title Report, Architect Certificate
Situation: Subject property – ‘Embassy Galaxy’ is an operational office park located at Sector
62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
Location: The subject property is located in Sector – 62, Noida which is an established
commercial vector situated towards the northern periphery of the city and is a
preferred office destination in Noida. The property is accessible via an approx. 45
m wide internal sector road of Sector 62. The subject property is well connected to
other parts of Noida and Delhi owing to its strategic location i.e., it is situated in
close proximity to National Highway (NH) – 24/ Delhi-Meerut Expressway (located
at a distance of approx. 1 km and provides direct connectivity with Eastern and
Central Delhi), which makes it easily accessible from other regions of NCR
(National Capital Region).
this, Fortis Hospital (a prominent hospital in the region) is also located in close
proximity to the subject property. The subject property is also located in proximity
to established residential hubs such as Indirapuram, Vaishali, etc. which offer a
range of affordable to mid-end housing options and also enables a walk-to-work
culture.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Additionally, an MRTS rail link connecting Noida City Centre (Sector – 32) to Sector
– 62 touching NH-24 has been jointly developed by DMRC (Delhi Metro Rail
Corporation) and NMRC (Noida Metro Rail Corporation). The said corridor is an
extension to the existing metro line (till Noida City Centre) which directly connects
Noida to Connaught Place (CBD of Delhi) and further up to Dwarka (situated close
to Delhi International Airport and Gurgaon). The stretch passes through Sector-71
crossing and provides connectivity to Sectors 32, 34, 35, Hoshiarpur, Sectors 51,
52, 71, Sarfabad, Sectors 60, 61, 62, 63 and NH-24. The same was opened to
public in March 2019.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on the review of site plan provided by the Client and visual inspection
undertaken during the site visit, it is understood that the subject land parcel is
regular in shape.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to
be even and on the same level as abutting access road and adjoining properties.
Accessibility: Based on the review of site plan provided by the Client coupled with visual
inspection undertaken, it was observed that the access to the subject property is
via a sector road of Sector 62, which is an approx. 45 m wide road located towards
the south of the subject property. The subject property enjoys significant frontage
along the access road.
Frontage: Based on review of site plan, visual inspection and measurements made on
Google maps, we understand that the subject site has a frontage of approximately
200 meters along the access road.
Please refer Exhibit & Addenda for the site plan of the subject property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by M/s Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and lease deed (dated
March 27, 2006) provided by the Client, we understand that the exact address of the subject property is
A-44 & 45, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, it is understood that the subject property is
leasehold in nature, with remaining lease term of approx. 72 years.
Further, this valuation exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. The Consultants have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning
As per the review of Occupancy Certificates / Lease Deed provided by the Client, we
understand that the subject property is zoned for Institutional Use (with permission for
IT/ ITeS development). It is located within the jurisdiction of New Okhla Industrial
Development Authority (NOIDA). The same has been considered for the purpose of this
valuation. The Consultants have made no further inquiries with the local authorities in
this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has been
based on review of Noida Master Plan and various documents/ information provided by
the Client. It must be noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control
regulations, land area and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review
of various documents (such as title report, lease deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.)
provided by the Client or assumed based on building regulations, and no physical
verification/ measurement has been undertaken for the purpose of this valuation
exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments adhere to
building regulations as prescribed by the relevant authorities. The Consultants have not
validated the information provided by the Client with the relevant development
authorities.
Approved Based on Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection during
Usage: our site visit, we understand that the subject property is an operational office park,
comprising of 5 blocks. The current use of the subject property has been provided by
the Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations as prescribed by
the local development authority. However, the Consultants have not made any enquiries
with the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its specific applicability to the
subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use of
the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural or
induced induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, Site visit undertaken by the Consultants, lease deeds
The property is an open-campus style development with a range of amenities including a recently
refurbished state-of-the-art food court, cafes and numerous retail options.
Subject property is developed and managed to international standards offering best-in-class asset
management and environment friendly green initiatives, which makes it a preferred option for domestic
as wells as Multinational Corporations (MNCs). Based on information provided by the Client and site
visit, it is understood that the subject property is in good condition and is being maintained well. The
following table highlights the refurbishment work to be carried over next few years at the subject
development:
Embassy Galaxy
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31, March 31,
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
99% 100% 100% 99% 99% 85% 96%
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client; Indicative of committed occupancy
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recently executed leases at the subject property, it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are 15% every 3 years, which are in line with the prevailing market
practice witnessed across the sub-market and Noida.
As highlighted earlier, the subject property is an operational office park located in Sector 62, an
established commercial hub of Noida situated towards the geographical northern periphery of Noida
City. The subject region is well connected to other parts of Noida and Delhi owing to its strategic location
in proximity to NH – 24, which makes it easily accessible from other regions of NCR.
The subject sub-market has witnessed significant development activity over the past few years in
commercial office segment with facilities being developed by local as well as regional developers. The
subject sub-market has witnessed robust demand from the technology sector, owing to its positioning as
a technology hub. Sector 62 also comprises of some prominent educational institutions such as Jaypee
Business School, Symbiosis Law School, IIM Lucknow (Noida Campus), etc. In addition to this, Fortis
Hospital is also located in the subject region. The region is also located in proximity to established
residential hubs such as Indirapuram, Vaishali, etc. which offer a range of affordable to mid-end housing
options.
Further, due to sustained demand and positive future perception of the subject vector, a few developers
have commenced construction of commercial developments in the subject sub-market. Additionally,
relatively lower rentals and significant grade A supply in the subject sub-market, has led to emergence
of the subject vector as a prominent technology hub of Noida as well as NCR.
14.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Noida and Sector 62/ Peripheral Noida sub-market
Total completed Grade A office stock in Noida as of Q1, CY 2023 is approx. 28.3 msf (for competition
set), out of which Sector 62/ Peripheral Noida accounts for approx. 32.1%.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 28.3 msf Approx. 9.1 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 20.5 msf Approx. 7.0 msf
Average Annual Office Absorption (2018 – 2022) Approx. 1.7 msf Approx. 0.4 msf
Source: CBRE
* The Noida commercial market is highly fragmented and comprises of commercial buildings which do not qualify as a competition set
for Embassy REIT properties. The characteristics of these buildings are inferior as compared to typical Grade A commercial buildings
and the ownership is typically on strata holding basis. Hence, for the purpose of analysing the demand and supply dynamics of Noida,
the total stock has been bifurcated to include a competition set, comprising of buildings with area not less than 75,000 sf, an open plan
office with large size floor plates, adequate ceiling height, 24 X 7 power back-up, supply of telephone lines, infrastructure for access to
internet, central air-conditioning, spacious and well decorated lobbies, circulation areas, lift services, sufficient parking facilities, etc.
^includes IT/ ITeS and SEZ stock.
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing witnessed
in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and occupied stock in
any given year
As mentioned earlier, the subject region is an established commercial vector of Noida. The said vector
has been earmarked for institutional development (which permits IT/ITeS usage) by Noida Authority and
the same has resulted in the emergence of the said vector as an alternate business district for the city of
Noida. The subject region has witnessed significant development activity (across IT/ITeS office space)
over the past few years. Few of the prominent office developments located in the subject region include
Green Boulevard, Stellar IT Park, Logix Cyber Park, Candor Techspace, Embassy Galaxy (‘the subject
property ‘), Okaya Center, etc.
The subject region has witnessed significant demand from technology occupiers. Availability of good
quality office space at affordable rents, presence of skilled manpower along with good connectivity and
improved infrastructure are some of the reasons that have spurred demand for office space from
corporate occupiers.
As highlighted above, the current rents in subject sub-market typically vary between INR 45.0 – 55.0 psf
pm on leasable area basis (for warm shell spaces) depending upon specifications offered, location and
accessibility of the development (viz. along/off the main roads), quality of construction, developer brand,
amenities offered, space off take, related infrastructure provision for the site, distance from the key hubs
of the city, etc.
Based on our market research, we understand that the rents in the subject sub-market have witnessed
an average annual appreciation of approx. 1.1% between 2018 and Q1, 2023. Further, the said
appreciation in the region is understood to be on account of low vacancy levels in the developments
coupled with rising interest from technology occupiers. Hence, with low levels of ready to move-in supply
in large-scale business parks coupled with limited upcoming supply and sustained occupier demand, the
market is expected to continue to achieve steady growth going forward. The table below highlights some
of the recent transacted rental values for office developments in the influence region of the subject
property:
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rent (INR psf pm)*
Q4, 2022 23,945 Tenant 1 44.0 - 48.0 (WS)
Q1, 2022 10,260 Tenant 2 43.0 - 47.0 (WS)
Q2, 2022 10,788 Tenant 3 43.0 - 47.0 (WS)
Q3, 2022 23,500 Tenant 4 45.0 – 50.0 (WS)
Q2, 2022 24,976 Tenant 5 44.0 - 48.0 (WS)
Date of Transaction Area (sf) Tenant Transacted Rent (INR psf pm)*
Q3, 2022 10,649 Tenant 6 44.0 - 48.0 (WS)
Q4, 2022 6,298 Tenant 7 45.0 - 50.0 (WS)
Q2, 2022 3,992 Tenant 8 45.0 - 50.0 (WS)
Source: CBRE* Rents are gross rents (viz. exclusive of property tax & insurance) on leasable area basis; Note: WS – Warm shell;
FF – Fully Fitted-out
The rentals in the subject vector for IT/ITeS developments have witnessed steady growth over the last 4 –
5 years owing to sustained occupier demand and limited availability of ready to occupy Grade-A
developments. Further, the completion of various infrastructure initiatives (such as metro connectivity,
widening of NH 24, etc.) has further enhanced the profile of the subject location. The Metro link
connecting Noida City Centre, Sector-32 to Sector-62 touching NH-24 was completed in 2019 – 20.
The approx. 6.8 km stretch runs through Sector-71 crossing and provides connectivity to Sectors 32, 34,
35, Hoshiarpur, Sectors 51, 52, 71, Sarfabad, Sectors 60, 61, 62, 63 and NH-24.
Hence, going forward, given the demand for office space in this vector, proximity to key residential hubs
of Indirapuram, Vaishali, etc. (offering affordable to mid-end housing options), completed/ ongoing
infrastructure initiatives, low vacancy levels, limited upcoming supply and continued interest of occupiers,
the subject sub-market is expected to witness a consistent increase in rentals.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving due
consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature of
asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approach:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that the subject property is an office
park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject property:
Proposed Blocks -
Total 1.4
Source: Architect certificate and Rent roll provided by Client
As highlighted earlier, the subject property has approx. 1.4 msf of completed office development with
no pending cost to complete as of date of valuation for the completed blocks.
Based on the rent roll provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site visit, we understand
that the subject property is fully operational and there are no under-construction blocks. As per the
analysis of the rent roll, it was observed that 96% is leased of the subject property as of date of valuation
and we are of the opinion that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased by FY 2025.
For the purpose of this valuation exercise, the lease rent adopted for the area already leased is based
on the rent roll shared by the Client. Further, the Valuer has undertaken an in-depth market research
exercise to assess the prevailing rental values in the subject sub-market. The same has been adopted for
reversion/ vacant space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll provided by the Client, following
rents have been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the subject property.
The above marginal rent assumption is adopted for the subject development. In addition to undertaking
an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also undertaken to understand
aspects such as area occupied, current rent and expiry analysis of the key tenants in the park.
Additionally, the Valuer also analysed the historical occupancy pattern at the subject development and
the sub – market and lease-up time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3 years.
The lease-up time was observed to be 3 – 6 months based on quantum of space being renewed/ re-
leased.
Based on the size and scale of operations of these tenants, the Valuer adopted individual marginal rent
assumptions for larger tenants in the subject development. The details of the same have been tabulated
below:
Leasable Area > 0.35 msf Renewal at market (6 months lease-up time)/ Renewal at 10% discount
Source: Valuer Assessment
As presented in the table above, larger tenants will either be renewed at market (with a longer lease-up
time frame), or they will attract a discount in rents compared to the market.
Based on an analysis of existing lease rolls, it was observed that the typical escalation clause in the subject
property is approx. 15% after every three years, which is in-line with the trend observed in the market.
The same has been adopted by the Valuer for the vacant area and renewals at the subject property.
As per the information (rent roll) provided by the Client, we understand that currently, the subject
development does not receive any income from fit-out rentals from any of the tenants.
In addition to lease rent revenues, office parks typically have additional sources of revenue. These include
revenues on account of security deposit (refunded at the time of lease expiry / exit), other miscellaneous
income (such as parking, cell sites, retail areas, food court, kiosks, etc.), mark-up on Common Area
Maintenance (CAM) charges/ CAM margin, etc.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll/ information provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked
with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Source: Client’s Inputs & Valuer assessment: * for the purpose of cashflow the future miscellaneous income has been factored as a
percentage of rental income; ** Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit
The following table highlights the assumptions towards the refurbishment expenses in the subject
development:
The following table highlights the assumptions towards other expenses in the subject development:
Source: Client Input; Valuer assessment; * Represents the current lease rental payable as on date of valuation. The same shall be
escalated by 50% at the end of every 10 years; ^ Asset Management fee has been considered a below the NOI line item
Based on the prevailing market benchmarks and historical vacancies witnessed in the subject property,
a vacancy provision of 5% has been adopted at the time of operations and upon assessment of terminal
value.
Based on the trend prevalent in the subject sub – market, we have considered a rent-free period of 3
months for the subject property from the lease commencement date (for future / new leases)
14.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office space is 8.25%.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
15 Embassy GolfLinks
Brief Description
Particulars Details
The subject property is located in the heart of Bengaluru city, along the
Location:
Koramangala – Indiranagar Intermediate Ring Road towards the eastern part of
Bengaluru, in close proximity to the Domlur Flyover. The immediate surroundings
of the subject property comprise of large aggregates of land owned by the Defence
Services of the Country and prominent developments such as the Embassy
GolfLinks (“the subject property”), Karnataka Golf Association, Diamond District,
Divyasree Greens, Maruthi Infotech Park etc. and also in proximity to affluent
residential neighbourhood. In addition, the subject property is located in proximity
to locations such as Indiranagar, Koramangala, etc. which are considered as
established residential and commercial locations within the city enabling easy
access for the employees of GolfLinks’ occupiers. The Old Airport Road, (a
prominent vector, located in close proximity to the subject property) connects the
city centre to locations such as Marathahalli, Outer Ring Road, Whitefield, etc. The
location is marked by presence of prominent hotels (viz. Leela Palace, Royal
Orchid, Hilton, etc.) and hospitals (viz. Manipal Hospital, Cloud 9, etc.).
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Potential The subject micro-market is amongst the most prominent commercial hubs in the
changes in non-CBD area of the Bengaluru commercial office space market and enjoys good
surroundings: connectivity and accessibility through the Intermediate Ring Road. The organized
real estate activity in this region was catalysed by the presence of the Old
International Airport and completion of the Intermediate Ring Road. The first
notable development in the subject region was Diamond District, by India Builders
Corporation, a dense mixed used development comprising of commercial office
developments, residential apartments and support retail. Further, from 2003
onwards, the subject region has witnessed emergence of commercial
developments such as Embassy Golflinks Business Park (subject development),
Divyasree Greens, Maruthi Info Tech etc. Prominent hotels located in the immediate
vicinity of the subject property includes The Leela Palace, Hilton (within subject
development), Royal Orchid, The Paul etc. which emerged owing to the tourist
demand on account of presence of Old International Airport and demand from
commercial developments located in the subject region. Minimal activity with
respect to organized residential witnessed in the immediate surroundings, with
Diamond District being the only exception. However, residential activity is witnessed
in the form of independent dwelling units or apartments of smaller scale. Going
forward, the location is expected to witness limited real estate activity on account
of lack of developable land with large proportion of vacant land currently under
the ownership of Defence services.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on site plan provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site visit,
it is understood that the subject property is an irregular shaped land parcel.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to
be even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Frontage: Based on review of site plan, visual inspection and measurements made on
Google maps, we understand that the frontage is approximately 30 meters along
the along the primary access road (viz. Inner Ring Road).
Accessibility: Based on site maps provided by the Client coupled with visual inspection
undertaken, it was observed that the subject property is accessible by the
Intermediate Ring Road, which acts as the primary. The subject property can also
be accesses through Wind Tunnel Road, which acts as a secondary access for the
development.
Please refer Exhibit & Addenda for the site plan of the subject property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by King & Partridge and as provided by the Client, we
understand that the exact address of the subject property is Challaghatta Village, Varthur Hobli,
Mahadevapura, Bengaluru East Taluk, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Additionally, it is understood that the
subject property is freehold in nature.
Further, this appraisal exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. We have not made any inquiries in this regard with
the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning
As per the RMP 2015, we understand that the subject property is zoned as “Industrial Hi-
Tech”. As per the Occupancy Certificates it is located within the jurisdiction of Bengaluru
Development Authority (BDA) (earlier under Office of City Municipal Council,
Mahadevapura). The same has been considered for the purpose of this appraisal. We
have made no further inquiries with the local authorities in this regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has been
based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It must be
noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land area
and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various documents
(such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the Client or assumed
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments adhere to
building regulations as prescribed by the relevant authorities. We have not validated the
information provided by the Client with the relevant development authorities.
Approved Based on Occupancy Certificates provided by the Client and visual inspection during our
Usage: site visit, we understand that the subject property is a Commercial (Non-SEZ) Office Park,
comprising of 19 operational blocks. The current use of the subject property has been
provided by the Client and is broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations as
prescribed by the local development authority. However, we have not made any
enquiries with the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its specific
applicability to the subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use of
the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural or
induced induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the area details of the subject property:
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Block Age
Building Elevation SEZ/Non-SEZ Leasable Area (msf)
Name (Years)
Completed Blocks
Augusta B+G+5 Non SEZ 16 0.2
Blue Bay B+G+3 Non SEZ 17 0.2
Cinnabar Hills B+G+6 Non SEZ 16 0.1
Crystal Downs B+G+3 Non SEZ 18 0.2
Eagle Ridge B+G+3 Non SEZ 17 0.2
Fairwinds B+G+5 Non SEZ 17 0.2
Fountain Head B+G+2 Non SEZ 17 0.1
Pacific Dunes B+G+7 Non SEZ 19 0.3
Peach Tree B+G+8 Non SEZ 18 0.4
Pine Valley B+G+4 Non SEZ 16 0.4
Prince Ville 2B+G+9 Non SEZ 16 0.0
Rivera FC B+G+1 Non SEZ 18 0.1
St. Andrews 2B+G+7 Non SEZ 17 0.1
Sunningdale B+G+3 Non SEZ 17 0.1
Sunriver 2B+G+5 Non SEZ 14 0.3
Torrey Pines B+G+5 Non SEZ 16 0.3
Total 3.1
Source: Rent roll, lease deeds, Architect Certificate, Occupancy Certificate provided by Client
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning (HVAC) Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided MLCP, Basement, Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, site visit, lease deeds
Based on information provided by the Client and visual inspection, the park offers high end
specifications, a lush green landscape and community spaces offering a full suite of amenities to its
occupiers including various F&B options, intra-park shuttles, golf-buggy services, ambulance and
crèche.
Based on information provided by the Client, it is understood that the subject property is in good condition
and is being maintained well. The subject property is developed and managed to international standards.
Further it offers international standard infrastructure, best-in-class asset management and environment
friendly green initiatives. The table below highlights the major repairs and maintenance/ infrastructure
upgrade works to be undertaken over the next few quarters/years:
Embassy GolfLinks
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
March 31, 2018 March 31, 2019 March 31, 2020 March 31, 2021 March 31, 2022 March 31, 2023
100% 98% 98% 97% 97% 97%
Source: Rent rolls provided by the Client, Indicative of committed occupancy
The graph below highlights the area/leases due for expiry in the coming years:
Lease Expiry
Source: Rent Rolls and lease deeds (representative of financial year ending)
Consultants have undertaken an in-depth analysis of the rent roll/ lease deeds shared by the Client, to
understand the lease expiry schedule of top tenants at the subject property and rent for those spaces as
of date of valuation. The intent of the same is to analyse the risk of tenant churn as well as assessing the
re-leasing risk for the property along with opining on the timeframe to lease-up the spaces in case a
significant vacancy arises at the property.
As per the review of recent executed leases at the subject property it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for these leases are in the range of 10.0% to 15.0% every 3 years are in line with the
prevailing market practise witnessed across the submarket and Bengaluru.
The subject property is located along Intermediate Ring Road, which connects Indiranagar to
Koramangala. The erstwhile International Airport and spill over of activities from the CBD initiated the
commencement of commercial activities and redevelopment of residential houses in the submarket. On
account of good connectivity to CBD, the subject region started witnessing large scale commercial
developments such as Embassy GolfLinks (subject property), Diamond District etc. in early 2000.
Increased commercial activities in the subject submarket have led to the transformation of the residential
profile around the subject submarket to a preferred location for the affluent and further led to
commensurate increase in capital values. The subject submarket has also emerged as a retail destination
and is primarily in the form of high-street formats housing standalone units, typically witnessed along the
100 feet road.
In addition, the subject submarket is well connected by various prominent roads such as the Intermediate
Ring Road, Old Airport Road and the Old Madras Road which has made the subject submarket easily
accessible to the city centre, established residential locations of Koramangala, Old Airport Road etc. and
commercial office destinations such as Whitefield, Old Madras Road etc. The Metro, which passes
through Indiranagar and Swami Vivekanand Road, has further increased the connectivity of the region.
This location is also home to several educational institutions and hospitals, which emerged, owing to the
large residential catchment. Some of the prominent educational institutes include Cauvery High School,
Frank Anthony Public School and prominent hospitals include Manipal Hospital, ESI Hospital, Chinmaya
Mission Hospital, Sai Baba Hospital, etc. In addition, the submarket has presence of recreational
developments such as Domlur club, Indiranagar club, etc. catering to the upper middle class and affluent
populace.
15.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Bengaluru and Extended Business District (EBD) sub-market
Total completed stock in Bengaluru as of Q1, 2023 is 195.2 msf, out of which EBD account for Approx.
12.03%.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 195.2 msf Approx. 23.5 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 174 msf Approx. 23.1 msf
Average annual office absorption (2018 – 2022) 14.5 msf 3.8 msf
Source: CBRE
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and
demand in the city in any given year.
The Extended Business District (EBD) brought about the first wave of expansion of Technology corporates
in the city in the early 2000s. The region has since witnessed the development of a very few large
technology parks as well as a number of small and medium sized commercial office developments. With
the presence of large campus-styled developments such as the Embassy GolfLinks (subject property),
occupiers have since migrated their operations from CBD into this region. Occupiers across industries
with space requirement of 0.10 – 0.15 msf could lease an entire building in parks such as the Embassy
GolfLinks, resulting in benefits such as standalone occupancy as well as campus style environment.
Additionally, over the period of time, the EBD sub-market was seen as a location by CBD tenants to move
their high value operations into the region. A case in point is a prominent Financial Services occupier,
who relocated from the CBD region into the EBD (Embassy GolfLinks), leasing a block within the EOP
Park for their operations. In addition, tenants within EBD have also expanded within the business parks
where they have been operating. A case in point is a consulting and research occupier which has taken
additional space over the years within subject property. Further, large MNC corporates who have
expanded into other markets such as ORR, Whitefield, etc. have retained space as part of business parks
in EBD (largely for senior management staff as well as high-value operations) owing to proximity to
prominent residential pockets and high-street destinations of the EBD.
Prominent office locations in the EBD submarket include Domlur-Intermediate Ring Road, Indiranagar,
Koramangala, Old Airport Road, parts of Old Madras Road, CV Raman Nagar, etc. Prominent
developments in the submarket include Embassy GolfLinks on the Intermediate Ring Road, Bagmane
Tech Park in CV Raman Nagar, Divyasree Technopolis Off Old Airport Road and RMZ Infinity on Old
Madras Road, etc.
The current rent in subject submarket typically varies between INR 95.0 – 125.0 psf pm on leasable area
basis depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the development (viz. along/off
the main arterial roads), quality of construction, developer brand, amenities offered, etc. Recent leases
in the subject property range between INR 145.0 – 155.0 psf pm. In addition, the maintenance charge
for these developments varies in the range of INR 18.0 – 29.0 psf pm. The parking charges in such
developments range between INR 4,500 – 6,000 per bay per month for covered car parks.
Based on our market research the rent in the subject submarket has witnessed appreciation of approx.
6.0 – 7.0% in between 2015 & 2021. Given limited competition from upcoming supply in the micro-
market, subject property will continue to retain its market position as a landmark development in EBD.
The table below highlights some of the recent transacted rent values for Office Park in the influence
region of the subject property:
Source: CBRE
* Rent is gross rent (viz. exclusive of property tax & insurance) on leasable area basis; Note: WS – Warm shell; FF – Fully Fitted-
out
Given the location advantage, presence of a well-developed social infrastructure and nature of
operations by tenants in the Extended Business District (EBD), demand for commercial real estate is
expected to be stable in this submarket. EBD is expected to continue as a preferred destination for
occupiers engaged in activates higher in the value chain. Due to limited space availability in the
operational buildings and sustained occupier interest in the market, future churn and space as part of
under construction developments are expected to cater to future occupier interests in EBD.
Rent will continue to witness stable appreciation, as prominent tenants are expected to continue to carry
out their high-value operations from EBD submarket, hence resulting in limited churn and lower vacancy
pressures.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information/rent roll, lease deeds provided by the Client, we understand that subject property
is an Office Park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject property:
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by FY 2024.
For the purpose of this appraisal exercise, the lease rent adopted for the area already leased is based
on the rent roll shared by the Client. Further, we have undertaken an in-depth market research exercise
to assess the prevailing marginal rent values in the submarket. The same has been adopted for the
vacant space/ on reversion of existing leases to market (duly factoring escalation) for the purpose of this
valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the rent roll and lease deeds provided by the
Client, following rent have been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the subject property.
The above marginal rent assumption is adopted for the entire subject property. In addition to undertaking
an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent roll was also undertaken to understand
aspects such as area occupied, current rent and expiry analysis of the key tenants in the park.
Additionally, we also analysed the historical occupancy pattern at the subject development and lease-up
time frame for spaces being vacated by tenants during the last 3 years. The lease-up time was observed
to be 3 - 6 months based on quantum of space being renewed/ re-leased.
Based on the size and scale of operations of these tenants, we have adopted 3 months lease up time
post lease expiry for individual marginal spaces.
Based on an analysis of existing lease rolls and lease deeds, it was observed that the typical escalation
clause for recent leases in the subject property is approx. 15.0% after every three years, which is in-line
with the trend observed in the market. The same has been adopted by Valuer for the vacant area and
renewals at the subject property.
As per the information provided by the Client, it is understood that the Client has leased 56,014 sf in
one of the landowner’s blocks “Cinnabar Hills” and have subleased the same to another tenant. The
terms of lease are highlighted in the table below:
As per the information provided by the Client, it is understood that the Client has leased 119,554 sft in
one of the landowner’s block “St. Andrews” and have subleased the same to another tenant. The terms
of lease are highlighted in the table below:
Additionally, we understand that the CAM is being charged on the total subject property 4.7 Msf (GLSP
share of 3.1 msf and non GLSP area of 1.6 msf). Hence, we have considered margins on CAM based
on the inputs provided by the client.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the rent roll provided by the Client. The same has been cross-checked with the
prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Source: Client’s Inputs & Valuer’s assessment; * Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit; ^assumed at INR 6,000 per bay per
month, with 25.0% free car park
Source Client Input: Valuer’s Assessment* the pending cost towards refurbishment is apportioned in equal proportion across
remaining quarters from the date of start of the refurbishment works (dates as per financial year)
Source: Client Input; Valuer’s assessment; *Note – based on inputs provided by the Client, we understand that the property tax
is paid at the beginning of every financial year wherein a 5.0% discount gets extended vis-à-vis pay-out during the end of the
year and the same has been adopted for the purpose of our valuation.
15.4.7.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office space is 8%.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
16 Embassy One
Particulars Details
Based on review of the title report, we understand that the total land area of the subject property
under the ownership of the Client is approximately 5.62 Acres (which incrementally includes
Land Area
residential component). The interest being valued as part of this assessment is an undivided
share of 3.19 Acres (for the office and hospitality components).
Leasable area - Office Area – 0.3 msf
Area Details
Developable area - Hotel - 0.5 msf (230 keys)
Location: Subject site is located in a premium location on the main arterial Bellary Road
between Bengaluru Airport and the CBD, approx. 6-7 km from MG Road. The
stretch between the CBD and Mekhri circle is recognized as a premium residential
and hospitality hub of Bengaluru. Subject location lies in close proximity to
premium residential colonies of Sheshadripuram, Sadashiva Nagar, Dollars
colony, Fraser Town, Jayamahal, etc., which house affluent population of
businessmen community, ministers, etc.
In addition, Bengaluru’s prestigious Golf course, Bengaluru Golf Club (BGC) and
Racecourse are located along the road leading to the subject site. Further, the
location is considered an established hub for premium hotels, housing prominent
5-star hotels such as Windsor Manor, Lalit Ashok & Taj Westend.
On account of being in close proximity to the Outer Ring Road, the subject property
enjoys good connectivity to other established submarkets such as Yeshwanthpur,
KR Puram, Whitefield, Sarjapur Outer ring road, etc.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Potential The subject location is an established residential hub in Bengaluru. In addition, the
changes in immediate surroundings have presence of Défense/ Institutional developments
surroundings: such as Air Force Training Command, DGQA Residential Quarters, etc. Thus, there
is negligible availability of land in close proximity to the subject development for
further development.
However, north of the subject property, locations such as Hebbal and Yelahanka
which form part of North Bengaluru submarket have witnessed heightened real
estate activity subsequent to commencement of the Bengaluru International Airport
operations in 2008. As a consequence, the northern quadrant of Bengaluru has
witnessed increasing residential activity by both local and national developers and
the area is further expected to herald significant activity across all real estate
components in the medium term and thus emerge as a prominent growth vector in
Bengaluru. In addition, infrastructure initiatives such as the completion of Outer
Ring Road, elevated expressway connecting Hebbal to airport improved the
connectivity of the subject property.
Going forward, infrastructure initiatives such as the extension of the Metro Rail
Phase 2 which is expected to connect Nagawara to other part of the metro network
is expected to further improve the connectivity of the region to other established
locations.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on information provided by the Client, we understand that the subject land
parcel is a L-shaped land parcel.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to
be even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Frontage: Based on review of site plan and visual inspection, we understand that the frontage
is approximately 35 meters along the Bellary Road.
Accessibility: It is understood that the access to the subject property is from Bellary Road, which
connects the city center to Bengaluru International Airport and other key hubs
across the city. This serves as the primary access to the subject property. In addition,
the subject property can be accessed via a secondary access road towards the south
of the development. By virtue of the same the property enjoys excellent accessibility
and frontage. Please refer Exhibit & Addenda for the site plan of the subject
property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by Jayashree Sridhar and as provided by the Client, we
understand that the exact address of the subject property is Bellary Road, Ganga Nagar, Bengaluru,
Karnataka. Additionally, it is understood that the subject property is freehold in nature.
Further, this appraisal exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. we have not made any inquiries in this regard with
the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning As per RMP 2015, we understand that the zoning for the subject property is
Residential mixed use located along Mutation Corridor. The same has been
adopted for the purpose of the valuation exercise. Further, as the subject property
is located along the mutation corridor, thereby allowing flexibility on the land use.
The permissible land use adopted by consultants for the subject property has been
based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It must
be noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land
area and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various
documents (such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the
Client or assumed based on building regulations, and no physical verification/
measurement has been undertaken for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments (existing
/ under construction / proposed) adhere to building regulations as prescribed by
the relevant authorities. We have not validated the information provided by the
Client with the relevant development authorities.
Approved Based on the information provided by the Client, we understand that the subject
Usage: property is a mixed-use development with office and hospitality components.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current
use of the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural
induced hazards: or induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the area detail of the subject property
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Block Age
Building Elevation SEZ/Non-SEZ Leasable Area (msf)
Name (Years)
Completed Blocks
Office 3B+G+14 Non-SEZ 4 0.3
Hotel – Four Seasons at Embassy One (230 Keys) 3B+G+19 NA 3 NA
Total 0.3
Source: Rent Roll, Occupancy Certificate, architect certificate, approval documents and Client Inputs
Particulars Details
Handover condition Warm Shell
Passenger elevators Provided
Service elevators Provided
Power back-up Provided
Building management system Provided
Security systems Provided
Air conditioning (HVAC) Provided
Firefighting services Provided
Car parks provided Basement, Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client, site visit, lease deeds
Based on inputs provided by the Client and visual inspection, we understand that the subject property
has recently commenced operations and is being maintained well.
Embassy One
External view of the subject property (SP) Internal view of retail area
External View of the subject property Internal View of the hospitality area
The subject property is mixed use development located along Bellary Road, Ganga Nagar, Bengaluru.
The stretch between the CBD and Mekhri circle is recognized as a premium residential and hospitality
hub of Bengaluru. Subject location lies in close proximity to premium residential colonies of
Sheshadripuram, Sadashiva Nagar, Dollars colony, Fraser Town, Jayamahal, etc., which house affluent
population of businessmen community, ministers, etc.
16.2.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Bengaluru and EBD submarket
Total completed stock in Bengaluru as of Q1, 2023 is 195.2 msf, out of which EBD account for Approx.
12.03%.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 195.2 msf Approx. 23.5 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 174 msf Approx. 23.1 msf
Average annual office absorption (2018 – 2021) 14.5 msf 3.8 msf
Source: CBRE
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and
demand in the city in any given year.
Commercial
Given the high-end office space offering within the subject development, we have benchmarked the
subject property with other high-end office developments/City Centric Offices within the City. However,
unlike Delhi and Mumbai, Bengaluru is still at a nascent stage as far as branded commercial office
spaces are concerned. There are few high-quality commercial developments in the city which are centrally
located and have been built to international standards of specifications and amenities. These high-end
office developments have been witnessed to command a premium over other commercial offices
(primarily owing to their strategic location and product offering).
The table below highlights prominent high-end office development located within Bengaluru City:
Development
Development Name Total Leasable Area (msf) Vacancy (%)
Type
Development 1 Non-SEZ 0.5 < 5.0%
Hospitality
The key demand driver for hospitality activity in Bengaluru has been the consistent growth of the corporate
sector with development in the Information Technology and the Information Technology Enabled Services
sector.
CBD which consists of locations such as M.G. Road and other significant roads (such as Residency Road,
Richmond Road, Lavelle Road, St. Marks Road and Ulsoor) emerging out of M.G. Road constitute the
Central Business District (CBD) of Bengaluru. JW Marriot (adjacent to UB City), Ritz Carlton (Residency
Road), Shangri-La (Palace Road), Taj West End (Racecourse Road) are a few prominent premium hotel
projects in the CBD area. Factors such as central location and business image have resulted in a distinct
premium for all locations within this zone. Owing to the significant commercial activity in CBD and the
central location of the zone being well connected with other submarkets, the area is characterized by
significant number of hospitality projects with relatively higher ARRs and Occupancy rates.
The northern periphery of the city has witnessed heightened real estate activity in the last 2-3 years
primarily on account of the Bengaluru International Airport development at Devanahalli. North zone has
gradually captured the attention of major developers and corporate entities in the city. On this account,
the north-western part of the city has witnessed emergence of few 5-star hotels in the last few years.
The existing upscale hotels that are operational across Bengaluru have achieved ARRs in the range of
INR 11,500 – 14,000 per room per night and occupancies in the range of 70.0 - 80.0%.
16.2.2 Rent
Based on our interactions with the market players and developers in the region, it was observed that the
lease rent for office space is primarily determined by the factors such as location, accessibility, space off
take, type of development, related infrastructure provision for the site, distance from the key hubs of the
city, services provided, etc. However, the premium charged by high end projects in the city is primarily
on account of the location (most of them located at the city center) and the international standards of
construction along with the high-end specifications and amenities being offered.
Rent values of comparable high-end office space available for lease have been analysed & discussed
below. The prevailing quoted lease rent for high-end office developments in the city ranges between INR
150.0 – 200.0 psf pm, on warm shell basis; depending upon factors highlighted earlier.
The table below highlights the quoted rent across key developments located in the subject submarket:
Source: CBRE
Further, the table below highlights few recent lease transactions for the subject submarket:
Based on information received from the Client we understand that the subject property offers office spaces
with high end specifications and amenities and is a part of an integrated development housing a Hotel
Four Seasons at Embassy One. Hence, it is opined that subject development would achieve a marginal
rent of INR 145.0 to 150.0 psf pm (say INR 147.0 psf pm) as on date of valuation.
Hospitality
To opine on the ARRs and Occupancy for the hotel in the subject property, we have benchmarked the
existing high-end hotels across Bengaluru city. The existing upscale hotels that are operational across
Bengaluru have achieved ARRs in the range of INR 11,500 – 12,500 per room per night and occupancies
in the range of 73.0 - 80.0%.
Given the positioning & location of the subject development, performance of competing hotels and
development mix (part of a larger mixed-use development) etc., it is opined that ARRs for hotel component
in the subject development would range from INR 11,000 – INR 12,000 per room night (viz. approx. INR
11,500 per room night). Additionally, the stabilized occupancy for the subject development is opined to
be 72.0%, 2.25 years from the date of valuation.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information provided by the Client, we understand that subject property is a mixed-used
premium development (office and hospitality component) located along, Bellary Road, Ganga Nagar,
Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Based on the rent roll provided by the Client, we understand that the subject property is fully operational
and there are no under-construction blocks. As per the analysis of the rent roll, it was observed that there
are vacant spaces in the subject property. The subject property is 60% leased as of date of valuation. In
order to arrive at the future absorption levels at the subject property, we have analysed the historical
demand and supply trends coupled with the estimation of future supply proposed to be introduced in the
subject submarket.
Keeping the same in perspective, we opine that the vacant space in the subject property would be leased
by FY 2026.
16.3.5.1.1Office Component
As highlighted in the section above an in-depth market research exercise has been undertaken to assess
the prevailing rent values in the subject submarket.
Considering the above analysis, feedback from the market participants and based on the prevailing rent
in the subject property, Valuer opines that the subject property is expected to achieve marginal rentals in
the range of INR 145.0 to 150.0 psf pm (say INR 147.0 psf pm, all inclusive) as on date of valuation.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on prevailing market norms for other revenues.
Source: Client’s Inputs & Valuer’s assessment; * Refunded at the time of lease expiry/ exit.
Source: Client Input; Valuer’s assessment; ^ Asset Management fee has been considered a below the NOI line item
16.3.8.3 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for future / new leases
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office spaces are 7.5% with an EV/ EBITDA
multiple of 14 for the hotel component.
16.3.10Discount Rate
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted for
the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
17 Hilton at GolfLinks
Brief Description
Particulars Details
247 keys
No of Keys
(Developed area - 0.4 msf)
The subject property is located within Embassy GolfLinks along the Koramangala
Location:
– Indiranagar Intermediate Ring Road towards the eastern part of Bengaluru, in
close proximity to the Domlur Flyover and overlooks the Karnataka Golf Course.
The immediate surroundings of the subject property comprise of large aggregates
of land owned by the Defence Services of the Country and prominent developments
such as the Embassy GolfLinks (larger development), Karnataka Golf Association,
Diamond District, Divyasree Greens, Maruthi Infotech Park etc. In addition, the
subject property is located in proximity to locations such as Indiranagar,
Koramangala etc. which are considered as established residential and commercial
locations within the city. The Old Airport Road (a prominent vector, located in close
proximity to the subject property) connects the city centre to locations such as
Marathahalli, Outer Ring Road, Whitefield, etc. The location is marked by presence
of prominent hotels (viz. Leela Palace, Royal Orchid, Hilton, etc.) and hospitals (viz.
Manipal Hospital, Cloud 9, etc.).
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Potential The subject submarket is amongst the most prominent commercial hubs in the non-
changes in CBD area of the Bengaluru office space market and enjoys good connectivity and
surroundings: accessibility through the Intermediate Ring Road. The first notable development in
the subject region was Diamond District, by India Builders Corporation, a dense
mixed used development comprising of commercial office developments,
residential apartments and support retail. Further, from 2003 onwards, the subject
region has witnessed emergence of commercial developments such as Embassy
GolfLinks, Divyasree Greens, Maruthi Info Tech etc. Prominent hotels located in the
immediate vicinity of the subject property includes The Leela Palace, Royal Orchid,
The Paul etc. which emerged owing to the tourist demand on account of presence
of Old International Airport and demand from commercial developments located
in the subject region. Going forward, the location is expected to witness limited
real estate activity on account of lack of developable land with large proportion of
vacant land currently under the ownership of Defence services.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on site plan provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site visit,
it is understood that the subject property is an irregular shaped land parcel.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to
be even and on the same level as abutting access roads and adjoining properties.
Frontage: Based on review of site plan, visual inspection and measurements made on
Google maps, we understand that the frontage is through the Embassy GolfLinks
campus (for which the frontage is approximately 30 meters along the primary
access road (viz. Inner Ring Road)).
Accessibility: Based on site maps provided by the Client coupled with visual inspection
undertaken, it was observed that the subject property is part of a larger Office Park
and is accessible by the Intermediate Ring Road, which acts as the primary access.
The subject property can also be accesses through Wind Tunnel Road, which acts
as a secondary access for the development.
Please refer Exhibit & Addenda for the site plan of the subject property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by King & Partridge and the occupancy certificate as provided
by the Client, we understand that the exact address of the subject property is Challaghatta Village,
Varthur Hobli, Bengaluru East Taluk, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Additionally, it is understood that the subject
property is freehold in nature.
Further, this appraisal exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. we have not made any inquiries in this regard with
the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning The subject property is part of an operational Office Park which is a commercial zoned
land parcel and is approved for development of a commercial office space (STPI) along
with support hospitality. It is located along the mutation corridor of Intermediate Ring
Road.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has been
based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client. It must be
noted that all factual data viz. permissible development control regulations, land area
and achievable FSI have also been based on information/review of various documents
(such as title deed, plan sanction letter, site plan, etc.) provided by the Client or assumed
For the purpose of this exercise, it has been assumed that all developments adhere to
building regulations as prescribed by the relevant authorities. We have not validated the
information provided by the Client with the relevant development authorities.
Approved Based on the site inspection undertaken by the Consultants, we understand that the
Usage: subject property is an operational hospitality development.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current use of
the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural or
induced induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
hazards:
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
Building Age
Property Name Type No of Keys
Elevation (Years)
Hilton at GolfLinks 2B+G+3 Hospitality 10 247
Total 247
Source: Architect Certificate, Occupancy Certificate provided by Client
Based on the information provided by the Client, we understand that the occupancy certificate was
received in 2011 and the hotel has been operational since 2014.
Based on inputs provided by the Client and visual inspection, we understand that the hotel is well
maintained internally with the external maintenance, refurbishments forming part of the larger Embassy
GolfLinks asset. The table below highlights the planned repairs and maintenance/ infrastructure upgrade
works to be undertaken for the subject property:
Hilton at GolfLinks
The key demand driver for hospitality activity in Bengaluru has been the consistent growth of the
corporate sector with development in the Technology sector. The operational premium hotels in the city
witness significant demand from business travellers with mid to high level employees of MNCs forming
majority of their guest composition. While the concentration of premium hotels is limited within the CBD
earlier, a few upscale hotels have commenced operations in prominent commercial/ peripheral regions
in the recent past. The table below highlights the room inventory for hotels across different categories:
Existing Inventory
Hotel Category
(Approx. No of Keys)
Luxury (5 star and 5 Star Deluxe) 7,550
Total 16,950
Source: CBRE
Bengaluru hospitality segment (total of approx. 16,950 room keys) is largely concentrated in the
premium segment (approx. 45.0%), viz. The Leela palace, The Oberoi, Windsor Manor, Taj West End,
ITC Gardenia, JW Marriott, Ritz Carlton, Hilton Conrad, etc. Most of these hotels are located in and
around the Central Business District (CBD) of Bengaluru. However, the city has witnessed additional keys
in suburban and peripheral areas on account of circular growth of the city and development of other
business hubs such as Whitefield, Sarjapur ORR and Hebbal. The city is expected to witness new supply
of approx. 1,600 – 1,800 room keys across various segments over the next few years.
The subject property is located along Intermediate Ring Road, which connects Indiranagar to
Koramangala. The erstwhile International Airport and spill over of activities from the CBD initiated the
commencement of commercial activities and redevelopment of residential houses in the submarket. On
account of good connectivity to CBD, the subject region started witnessing large scale commercial
developments such as Embassy GolfLinks, Diamond District, etc. in early 2000. Increased commercial
activities in the subject submarket have led to the transformation of the residential profile around the
subject submarket to a preferred location for the affluent and further led to commensurate increase in
capital values. The subject submarket has also emerged as a retail destination and is primarily in the
form of high-street formats housing standalone units, typically witnessed along the 100 feet road.
In addition, the subject submarket is well connected by various prominent roads such as the Intermediate
Ring Road, Old Airport Road and the Old Madras Road which has made the subject submarket easily
accessible to the city centre, established residential locations of Koramangala, Old Airport Road etc. and
commercial office destinations such as Whitefield, Old Madras Road etc. The Metro, which passes
through Indiranagar and Swami Vivekananda Road, has further increased the connectivity of the region.
This location is also home to several educational institutions and hospitals, which emerged, owing to the
large residential catchment. Some of the prominent educational institutes include Cauvery High School,
Frank Anthony Public School and prominent hospitals include Manipal Hospital, ESI Hospital, Chinmaya
Mission Hospital, Sai Baba Hospital, etc. In addition, the submarket has presence of recreational
developments such as Domlur club, Indiranagar club, etc. catering to the upper middle class and affluent
populace.
The existing upscale hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject property have achieved ARRs
in the range of INR 7,500 – 10,500 per room per night and occupancies in the range of 65.0 - 75.0%.
Similarly, mid-scale business hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject property have
achieved ARRs in the range of INR 5,000 – 7,500 per room per night and occupancies in the range of
65.0 - 85.0%.
The table below highlights the historical performance of the subject property
As can be seen from the table above, the subject property had witnessed substantial increase in both
ARRs and Occupancy during from FY 2017 – 18 to FY 2020 – 21. In years 2020 - 2022, the ARR for the
subject property has averaged in the range of INR 4,500 – INR 6,000 per room per night. The same is
on account of country wide lockdown imposed during different quarters of FY 2021 and FY2022 due to
COVID-19. However, since the operation commencement of hotels in Q3, CY 2021 and Q4 CY 2021,
both occupancies and ARRs of the hotels have improved gradually. Currently, the ARR and occupancies
have surpassed the pre-Covid levels with most of the offices resuming work from office and increase in
the number of leisure trips on account of ease of Covid-19 restrictions. As the situation in the country has
resumed normalcy with minimal restrictions, the occupancies and ARRs of hospitality developments are
expected to show an upward growth curve with current ARR in the range of INR 9,500 – INR 10,500 per
room per night.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information provided by the Client, the details for the subject property are highlighted in the
table below:
Components Status No of Keys
Hilton at GolfLinks Operational 247 keys
Total 247 keys
Source: Architect certificate and information provided by Client
Based on the information provided by the Client, occupancy certificate and our visual inspection we
understand that the subject property is fully operational as of date of valuation.
Components No of Keys
Hotel 247
Total 247
Source: Client’s inputs
The existing upscale hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject property have achieved ARRs
in the range of INR 7,500 – 9,500 per room per night and occupancies in the range of 70.0 - 75.0%.
Similarly, mid-scale business hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject property have
achieved ARRs in the range of INR 4,600 – 7,500 per room per night and occupancies in the range of
65.0-85.0%. The above performance is indicative of pre-Covid-19 performance till March 2020).
Further, the country wide lockdown imposed during Q2, 2020 due to Covid-19 resulted in limited to
negligible occupancies over different quarters of years 2020 and 2021. In year 2020 and first half of
2021, both occupancies and ARRs have been subdued. However, since the operation commencement of
hotels in Q3, CY 2021 and Q4 CY 2021, both occupancies and ARRs of the hotels have improved
gradually. Currently, the ARR and occupancies have surpassed the pre-Covid levels with most of the
offices resuming work from office and increase in the number of leisure trips on account of ease of Covid-
19 restrictions. As the situation in the country has resumed normalcy with minimal restrictions, the
occupancies and ARRs of hospitality developments are expected to show an upward growth curve. The
ARRs are currently in the range of INR 7,500– 9,500 per room per night and occupancies in the range
of 60.0 - 80.0%. Similarly, mid-scale business hotels that are operational in the vicinity of the subject
property have achieved ARRs in the range of INR 4,500 – 6,500 per room per night and occupancies in
the range of 60.0 - 80.0%.
Given the positioning & location of the subject property, performance of the hotel, performance of
competing hotels in the subject submarket and development mix (part of a larger commercial
development) etc., it is opined that ARRs for hotel component would range from INR 9,000 – INR 9,500
per room night (viz. approx. INR 9,250 per room night). Additionally, the stabilized occupancy for the
subject development is opined to be 72.0% and based on the recent performance of the subject property
the same is expected to be stabilized 2 quarters from the date of valuation.
As highlighted in section 3.3, we have adopted an EV/ EBITDA multiple of 14 for the hotel component.
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the subject property is estimated as follows:
18 Embassy Energy
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Villages Ittigi and Mooregeri in Huvin Hadagali Taluka and Nellukudure in Hagri
Property Address
Bommanhalli Taluka, Bellary District, Karnataka
Situation: Subject property – is a Solar PV electricity generation facility spread across Villages
Ittigi and Mooregeri in Huvin Hadagali Taluka and Nellukudure in Hagri
Bommanhalli Taluka, Bellary District, Karnataka.
Location: As mentioned above, the subject site is spread across three villages namely Ittigi,
Mooregeri and Nellukudure. During the site visit, it was observed that the land
parcels in Villages Ittigi and Mooregeri are contiguous, while Nellukudure is
located at a distance of approx. 7 km from these two villages. The subject location
is situated at a distance of more than 300 km from Bengaluru City and the region
is predominantly characterized by the presence of agricultural land parcels (with
black cotton soil). A few solar parks are currently operational/ proposed at the
subject location by other infrastructure companies such as Adani, ReNew, etc.
The subject property is accessible via State Highway – 45 (SH – 45) and enjoys
good connectivity to neighbouring towns and villages.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Davangere 65 – 70
Suitability of Considering the profile of subject location, the subject property is opined to be
existing use: suited for its current use viz. Solar Park.
Shape: Based on site plans provided by the Client and visual inspection during the site
visit, it is understood that the subject property comprises of irregular shaped land
parcels.
Topography: Based on the site plan and as corroborated with our site visit, the site appears to
be even and on the same level as abutting access road and adjoining properties.
Accessibility / Based on visual inspection, the primary access to the subject property is by the
Frontage: State Highway – 45 (SH – 45), which is located towards the south of the subject
property. By virtue of the same, the property enjoys excellent accessibility. Further,
as highlighted earlier, the subject site is spread over a land area of approximately
465.77 acres across multiple villages. Owing to its large size, the subject property
enjoys good frontage along the access road.
Please refer Exhibit & Addenda for the site plan of the subject property.
As per the title due diligence undertaken by ‘Law Shield’ and as provided by the Client, we understand
that the exact address of the subject property is Villages Ittigi and Mooregeri in Huvin Hadagali Taluka
and Nellukudure in Hagri Bommanhalli Taluka, Bellary District, Karnataka. Additionally, it is understood
that the subject property is freehold in nature.
Further, this valuation exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. The Consultants have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
We understand from the Client, title reports, site plans, letter highlighting Commercial Operations Date
and site visit, that the park is spread over 465.77 Acres of which the land aggregation is in place by way
of sale deed, Agreement to Sell (ATS) or General Power of Attorney (GPA), etc. We understand that
currently only about 424.44 Acres is owned by the company by way of Sale Deed whereas the rest is
under various stages of sale and conversion – below is a table which highlights the current status of the
Land Aggregation. Further, we understand that physical possession of the land is with EEPL and/or its
contractors and sub-contractors and that the solar park has been constructed on most of the land. It is
assumed that the sale and conversion would be successful, and any adverse impact has not been factored
in the valuation.
Zoning: As per the agreement to sell (ATS) and title due diligence report provided by the
Client, it is understood that the subject property is zoned for ‘Agriculture’ use.
Further, as per the Government Order (dated March 28, 2016) along with an
amendment of the same (dated September 8, 2017) provided by the Client, we
understand that the company has obtained the necessary permission from the
Government of Karnataka for setting up a ‘Solar Power Plant’ at the subject land
parcels. The same has been considered for the purpose of this valuation. The
Consultants have made no further inquiries with the relevant authorities in this
regard.
The permissible land use adopted by the Consultants for the subject property has
been based on information/review of various documents provided by the Client.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current
use of the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural
induced hazards: or induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the key details for the subject power plant:
Particulars Details
Electricity Units to be Approx. 215 million Units (MU) of electricity by the end of the first 12 months from
produced Commercial Operation Date (COD) and subject to plant stabilization*
Based on information provided by the Client and the site visit, it is understood that the ‘Solar Power Plant’
at the subject property is in good condition and is being maintained well.
View of the solar power plant View of the solar power plant
View of the solar power plant View of the solar power plant
India stands 4th globally in Renewable Energy Installed Capacity, 4th in Wind Power capacity & 4th in Solar
Power capacity (as per REN21 Renewables 2022 Global Status Report). The installed Renewable energy
capacity (including large hydro) has increased from 76.37 GW in March 2014 to 167.75 GW in
December 2022, i.e. an increase of around 2.20 times. Total Solar Power Capacity in the country has
increased from 2.63 GW in March 2014 to 63.30 GW in December 202212.
India is endowed with huge solar energy potential with most states having about 300 sunny days per
year with an annual solar radiation in the range of 4.5 – 6.5 kWh/m2/day. Further, the favourable state
level policies, feed-in-tariff regime, viability gap funding mechanism, capital subsidies, progressive net-
metering arrangements and solar specific Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPO) have created a
supportive environment for development of solar power in the country.
In the past years, there were several policy measures which were undertaken to encourage renewable
energy generation. A few key policy initiatives have been highlighted below:
Policy Target
Subsidize farmers to install solar irrigation pumps for
cultivation. Each farmer will receive a 60% subsidy to set
up tube wells and pump sets.
As on 31.12.2022, 88.45 MW capacity solar power
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan plants were installed under scheme’s Component-A,
about 1.81 lakh stand-alone solar pumps were installed
under Component-B and 1174 pumps were
reported solarised under individual pump solarisation
variant of Component-C.
States have already specified; ranging from 2% to 14%
Renewable Purchase obligations of the total energy demand to be met by renewable
energy
Renewable Energy Certificates provide a mechanism for
the purchase of renewable energy that is added to and
Renewable Energy Certificate
pulled from the electrical grid. And further, these RECs
are tradeable in the open market for end use purposes
In June 2021, India launched the initiative that will
Mission Innovation Cleantech Exchange
accelerate clean energy innovation among countries
12
Source: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)/ Central Electricity Authority (CEA)
National Action Plan for Climate Change. The program was launched in 2010 with a target of 20GW of
contribution to the total energy requirement which was later revised to 100 GW in 2015 Union budget.
Karnataka’s rich solar resources and solar energy has complemented the conventional sources of energy
in a large way with an average solar radiation of 5.4 to 6.2 kWh/m2/day. Karnataka was the first southern
state to notify its Solar Policy in 2011 and was the first state to commission utility scale solar project in
India. Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) established in the year 1999, has been
entrusted the regulatory responsibilities from the Government of Karnataka to coordinate and implement
various policies, so as the targets set can be achieved with optimum utilization of resources.
Further, the initial solar policy formulated in 2011 was for period of 2011 – 16. However, in light of
technological advantages unfolding in the solar sector, the existing solar policy of Karnataka was revised,
and a new policy was formulated in 2014 (namely Karnataka Solar Policy 2014 – 21) to promote capacity
addition in solar power in order to augment the current sources. The objectives of this policy are
highlighted below:
▪ To add solar generation of minimum 2,000 MW (which was later revised to 6,000 MW) by 202113
in a phased manner by creating a conducive industrial environment
▪ To encourage public private participation in the sector
▪ To promote solar roof top generation and technologies
▪ To encourage decentralized generation and distribution of energy where access to grid is difficult
▪ To promote R&D, innovations and skill development in the sector.
As on March 2023, Karnataka has installed solar capacity of 10,688 MW which is the highest among
renewable focussed states in India. The Karnataka Renewable Energy Policy 2022 – 2027 is focussing
on the promotion and development of following solar markets in Karnataka14:
13
Source: Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited (KREDL)
14
Source: Karnataka Renewable Energy Policy 2022 - 2027
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Surakshaevam Utthaan Mahabhiyan Yojana (PM-KUSUM Scheme) was
launched in March 2019 by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), to subsidize farmers to
install solar irrigation pumps for cultivation. Each farmer would receive a 60% subsidy to set up tube wells
and pump sets. As on December 2022, 88.45 MW capacity solar power plants were installed under
scheme’s Component-A, about 1.81 lakh stand-alone solar pumps were installed under Component-B
and 1,174 pumps were reported solarised under individual pump solarisation variant of Component-C.
Based on information provided by the Client (viz. PPAs), it is understood that the solar plant supplies
electricity to the existing office parks / hotels of Embassy in Bengaluru (viz. Embassy Manyata, Embassy
GolfLinks, Hilton at GolfLinks and Embassy TechVillage). In lieu of the same, it is understood that EEPL
has signed power purchase agreements (PPAs) with various entities for commercial and industrial
category.
Based on the review of power purchase agreements shared by the Client, it is understood that a typical
PPA being entered into has following terms and conditions:
▪ The obligation of the seller to supply contracted quantity to the purchaser shall commence on the
commercial operation date and shall continue until the 25th anniversary of the commercial
operation date.
▪ Each party may issue a notice request for an extension of term at least 6 months prior to the
completion of the initial term.
▪ The purchaser of PPAs has agreed to purchase at least 85% of the contracted quantity (‘minimum
guaranteed offtake’) each tariff year, commencing from the commercial operation date until the
end of the term. Additionally, we understand that the seller also confirms that it shall supply at
least 85% of the contracted quantity (‘minimum guaranteed supply’) each tariff year
▪ Except due to the failure of the seller to supply the minimum guaranteed offtake at the delivery
points, if the purchaser does not draw the minimum guaranteed offtake in any tariff year, the
purchaser shall continue to have an irrevocable obligation to pay the seller for the difference
between minimum guaranteed offtake and the delivered energy, in such tariff year.
▪ If the seller fails to provide the minimum guaranteed supply in any tariff year except the first tariff
year, the seller shall pay the aggregate of:
✓ The difference between the tariff and the prevailing BESCOM tariff for the units
corresponding to the difference between the minimum guaranteed supply and the delivered
energy for such tariff year and
✓ Any costs and expenses incurred by the purchaser in procuring the remainder of the
minimum guaranteed supply from alternate sources
▪ The tariff for the billable energy in each preceding billing month shall be calculated, as the
aggregate of:
✓ The BESCOM tariff applicable to such preceding billing month
✓ The applicable policy charges which have been levied by BESCOM, if any, applicable in
respect of the billable energy
✓ Penalties, if any, levied in accordance or an unpaid sum of previous invoice
✓ Any adjustment pursuant to reconciliation of an invoice
✓ Open access charges, if applicable
▪ The open access charges, if any levied on and from the 11th tariff year shall be borne by both the
parties equally. If, upon the levy of 50% of the open access charges, the tariff exceeds the
BESCOM tariff and the purchaser does not agree with the revised tariff, the parties shall
endeavour to arrive at a mutually acceptable revised tariff mechanism. If a mutually acceptable
revised tariff mechanism is not agreed between the parties within 30 days from the occurrence of
a tariff elevation event, the purchaser may at its option, terminate the agreement
The valuation has been undertaken to ascertain the equity/ enterprise value of EEPL given the prevalent
industry conditions. In consideration of the same, a detailed research of the industry, guidelines,
regulations, reports, centre & state policies, government orders and documentations from Ministry of New
and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA), Karnataka
Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) and Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company Ltd. (BESCOM) has
been undertaken to understand the industry, and the future trends of the power and utilities sector.
The details of various factors considered while undertaking this valuation have been highlighted in the
subsequent sections.
The energy generation of a plant primarily depends on two key parameters; solar radiation and the
number of clear sunny days experienced by the plant’s location. The performance of a PV power plant is
often denominated by a metric called the capacity utilisation factor (CUF), also known as Plant Load
Factor (PLF). It is the ratio of the actual output from a solar plant over the year to the maximum possible
output from it for a year under ideal conditions. Capacity utilisation factor is usually expressed as a
percentage of the total installed capacity.
On the basis of the research undertaken and with reference to the various reports from Ministry of New
and Renewable Energy (MNRE), we understand that the average capacity utilisation of Solar PV Plants in
India is in the range of 18% - 20% in solar friendly states.
The CUF of Solar PV Plants in several solar friendly states in India has been tabulated below:
Gujarat 18
Karnataka 19
Madhya Pradesh 19
Maharashtra 19
Punjab 19
Rajasthan 20
Seemandhra/Telangana 20
Tamil Nadu 19
Uttarakhand 19
Source: www.mnre.gov.in
Note: The calculation is based on average plant performance across each state
Hence, the Capacity Utilization Factor of 18.9% assumed for the subject plant is in line with industry
benchmarks.
Based on review of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) signed between EEPL and various entities, we
understand that solar plant supplies electricity to the existing office parks / hotels of Embassy in Bengaluru
and the tariff shall be calculated in accordance with the prevailing BESCOM tariff. Hence, in order to
ascertain the revenues from the solar plant, we have looked at the prevailing and historical BESCOM
tariffs applicable to areas under Bruhat Bengaluru Mahangara Palike (BBMP) and Municipal
Corporations for commercial and industrial category consumers.
The details of the same have been mentioned in the table below:
FY FY FY FY FY FY FY FY FY FY FY
Category FY 2012
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Commercial HT
2b (i) 6.80 7.00 7.25 7.65 7.85 8.35 8.55 8.80 9.00 9.25 9.35 9.40
(Highest Slab)
Industrial HT 2a
(i) 5.30 5.50 5.75 6.15 6.30 6.75 6.95 7.20 7.40 7.65 7.75 7.80
(Highest Slab)
Source: http://bescom.org
* The tariffs are mentioned in INR per kWH
As highlighted in the table above, it is understood that that the prevailing BESCOM tariff for commercial
category is INR 9.4 per kWH, whereas the tariff is INR 7.8 per kWH for industrial category.
Further, as highlighted earlier, the PPAs that have been signed are distributed between commercial and
industrial segments. Keeping the same in perspective, we have considered a blended tariff (in proportion
of the distribution between commercial and industrial category consumers) of INR 9.01 per kWH for the
subject plant.
However, considering the historical performance of the subject property, we have considered a tariff of
INR 8.50 per kWH for the subject plant.
Based on the review of various Power Purchase Agreements (PPA’s) signed, we understand that the tariff
for the billable energy shall be calculated in accordance with the prevailing BESCOM tariffs. Hence, in
order to ascertain the future growth in tariff, we have analysed the historical BESCOM unit rates to
understand how the tariffs have grown over the last 9+ years.
The escalation trend of BESCOM tariffs from FY 2014 to FY 2023 has been represented in the graphs
below:
Source: http://bescom.org
Source: http://bescom.org
Based on our analysis, it is understood that the CAGR for BESCOM tariff is 2-3% for commercial category,
while the industrial tariffs have witnessed a CAGR of 3-4% over a period of last 10 years. In absolute
terms, the commercial tariffs have annually grown by approx. INR 0.24 per kWH (average in the last 10
years) whereas the industrial tariffs have witnessed an average annual increase of INR 0.24 per kWH
during the same period. However, owing to technological advancements in the solar industry, it is
understood that the capital cost of solar PV power projects has decreased by approx. 65% - 70% in the
span of last 9 –10 years. Hence, keeping the same in perspective coupled with increasing share of solar
energy (owing to favourable policy environment), the tariffs are expected to rationalize going forward.
Hence, on a conservative basis, we have assumed an annual escalation of 2.5% in the tariff.
The O&M expenditure includes cost towards repair, operation, maintenance and general upkeep of the
plant so as to optimize the efficiency of the plant. Additionally, other expenses such as employee
expenses, administrative & general expenses, etc. are also included in the operating expenditure. The
maintenance activities can be further categorised as follows:
Based on secondary research, we understand that the annual operating expenditure generally ranges
from INR 0.60 – 0.70 Mn per MW. Hence, in light of the same, we have assumed annual O&M (operation
& maintenance) expenses of INR 0.66 Mn per MW for the subject solar park. Further, these expenses
have been escalated at 4% p.a.
According to research reports and feedback from industry players, we understand that the rated power
of solar panels typically degrades at about 0.5% to 0.8% per year. Considering the same, we have
assumed an annual derating of approx. 0.7%.
On further interactions, we understand that majority of the solar PV manufacturers claim life of 25 years
for standard solar panel warranty, which means that power output should not be less than 80% of the
rated power till 25 years. Also, as per the CERC (Central Electricity Regulatory Commission) guidelines,
a useful life of 25 years has to be assumed for a Solar PV generation facility for determination of levelized
tariff. However, the said technology of photovoltaics is relatively new (less than 10 years old) and hence,
we do not have enough evidence to conclude the actual life of a Solar PV cell. Hence, based on the
aforementioned warranties and CERC guidelines, we have assumed a useful life of 25 years for the
subject plant.
Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature of asset involved, the equity/ enterprise value of
the subject plant has been assessed through the following approach:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on site visit, we understand that the solar panels being used in the project are fixed axis solar
panels. A fixed tilt system positions the modules at fixed tilt and orientation. The key details of the plant
have been tabulated below:
Particular Detail
Land Area Approximately 465.77 acres
Capacity (MW) (A) 130 MW DC (100 MW AC)
Plant Load Factor (%) (B) 16.3%
Number of hours in a day (C) 24
Days in a year (D) 365
Total units generated (kWH) (A * B * C * D) *
185 million Units (MU)* in kWH in Year 1
1000
Source: Client Inputs
Based on commissioning certificates provided by the Client, it is understood that the subject plant is
operational as on date of valuation.
As highlighted earlier, the solar plant supplies electricity to the existing office parks / hotels of Embassy
in Bengaluru. In lieu of the same, it is understood that EEPL has signed power purchase agreements
(PPAs) for 25 years with various entities for commercial and industrial category. Additionally, as per the
agreement, the purchasers of PPAs have agreed to purchase at least 85% of the contracted quantity
(‘minimum guaranteed offtake’) each tariff year, commencing from the commercial operation date until
the end of the term.
As highlighted earlier, the tariff for the subject plant has been benchmarked against the prevailing
BESCOM tariffs for commercial and industrial category consumers. Considering the same and the
proportion of commercial and industrial category, we have adopted the following tariff to arrive at the
revenue for the subject power plant:
As per inputs of the Client, the following capital expenditure has been considered for the subject solar
plant:
Total 6,853.9
Source: Client’s input
In addition to capital expenditure, a solar PV plant has few recurring O&M expenses (as highlighted in
the section earlier) required for the general up-keep and running of the park. Based on information
provided by the Client and market benchmarks, following O&M expense assumptions have been
adopted for the purpose of this valuation exercise:
Additionally, the aforementioned operating expenses have been escalated at 4% p.a. going forward.
Open Access charges are payable towards the non-discriminatory provision for the use of transmission
lines or distribution system or associated facilities with such lines or system by any licensee or consumer
or a person engaged in generation in accordance with the regulations specified by the appropriate
Commission. On review of the power regulations / tariff orders of KERC (Karnataka Electricity Regulatory
Commission), we understand that an electricity generation facility is bound to the open access charges
as listed below:
Transmission Charges
Transmission charges refer to the cost of transmitting energy over the transmission grid between the
generating facility and the local utility’s distribution facilities. As per the KERC order, transmission charges
of INR 111,558 per MW per month is applicable for all long-term open access consumers (i.e.,
consumers intending to avail the open access for a period equal to or more than five years).
Wheeling Charges
Wheeling charge means the operation whereby the distribution system and associated facilities of a
transmission licensee or distribution licensee, as the case may be, are used by another person for the
conveyance of electricity on payment of charges. Wheeling is a transmission service that enables the
delivery of electricity between a buyer and seller, often under a long term PPA. As per the KERC orders,
we understand that the wheeling charges are 5.0% of the injected units.
Banking Charges
Banking is a financial and accounting mechanism under which a service provider earns credit for excess
electricity supplied to the grid. As per the KERC orders, we understand that the banking charges are 2.0%
of the injected units.
Additionally, based on review of various regulatory guidelines, it is understood that in order to promote
solar power generation in Karnataka, KERC has exempted all solar power generators achieving COD
between April 1, 2013, and March 31, 2018, and selling power to consumers within the State on open
access and wheeling, from payment of the aforementioned charges for a period of ten years from the
date of commissioning. Hence, the aforementioned charges have been factored in after 10 years from
COD since the subject plant has achieved COD on February 28, 2018.
The details of these charges adopted for the purpose of this exercise have been tabulated below:
Additionally, as per KERC Tariff Order 2019, an additional surcharge of 15 paise per unit has been
imposed for wheeling and the same is being absorbed by EEPL. This additional surcharge translates to
approx. 1.7% of revenue and the same has been considered for the purpose of our valuation workings.
Insurance Premium
We have considered an annual outflow towards insurance premium at 0.5% of the net assets / block
after book depreciation (excluding land cost).
Additionally, it is understood that the prevailing market price for inverters manufactured in India is
approx. INR 2 Mn per MW, while the price is close to INR 3 Mn per MW for those made in Germany.
Further, as per inputs of the Client, it is understood that EEPL is using a mix of both in equal proportion.
It is also understood that the entire inverter may not need replacement and only the Insulated Gate
Bipolar Transistors (IGBT) / electronics will be replaced. Hence, considering the reducing capital cost in
the industry, the cost adopted for replacing the inverter has been considered as INR 1.3 Mn per MW in
the year of replacement.
Based on the assumptions highlighted above, the quarterly cash flows for EEPL have been projected
over the useful life of the facility, i.e., for a period of 25 years.
For discounting the cash flows, an appropriate discount rate has been calculated on the basis of
‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC).
The cost of equity has been adopted based on an analysis of the returns of listed power index/ key energy
stocks in India and adjusting the same for asset and market specific attributes such as status of
development (execution risk), approval risk, marketing risk, etc. The cost of equity has been further
ratified from various research papers and industry reports, which highlight the market expectations for
required rate of return on equity from Renewable Energy (RE) power projects in India.
Based on our analysis, it was observed that the WACC rate for solar power projects would range between
14% - 16%. However, in our opinion, the WACC rate for EEPL would be lower, considering the following
factors:
▪ Low development and execution risk since the asset is completed and operational.
▪ Low marketing risk since the solar plant supplies electricity to the existing office parks / hotels of
Embassy in Bengaluru, and PPAs (with minimum guaranteed offtake set at 85% of the contracted
quantity) have already been executed for a period of 25 years
Keeping the above in consideration, the WACC rate for discounting the cash flows for EEPL has been
assessed as 11.7%.
The cash flows are assumed to realize evenly during the course of every quarter; hence a mid-quarter
discounting convention has been adopted for the purpose of this valuation.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the enterprise value of EEPL as on March 31, 2023, is estimated
as follows:
Component INR Mn
Enterprise Value – EEPL INR 8,514 Mn
Brief Description
Particulars Details
Based on information provided by the Client, the Valuer understands that the total land area of
Land Area the subject property under the purview of this exercise is approximately 13 Acres. The same
has been considered for the purpose of this appraisal.
Based on review of various documents (such as rent roll, lease details, JDA, etc.), the subject
property is a Non SEZ office asset with approximately 2.1 msf of under construction leasable
area, out of which client’s share of leasable area is approximately 1.4 msf as on the date of
valuation. The table below highlights the leasable area for under construction/ proposed
Leasable Area
blocks that form part of the subject development:
Majority of the developments along the Hebbal - Yelahanka stretch are currently
witnessed to be either recently operational or in the advanced stages of
construction and are expected to be completed in the short - medium term. In
addition, it was observed that majority of the developments along this stretch were
witnessed to be a mix of commercial and residential with a high-end/ luxury
positioning. Subject location is in proximity to established residential catchment of
Yelahanka New Town, Sahakarnagar, Amruthahalli, Jakkur, etc., which is
witnessing increased residential activity over the last few years. Hilton and Hilton
Garden Inn, Howard Johnson, Country Inn and Marriott Courtyard are the major
hotel developments in the immediate vicinity of the subject property, Esteem Mall
(Bellary Road NH-44), Elements Mall (Thanisandra) & RMZ Galleria mall
(Yelahanka) are the operational retail developments in the subject location.
The distances from key hubs to the subject property are presented in the table
below:
Surrounds: As stated earlier, the subject location is characterized by the presence of numerous
Commercial developments, campuses of large IT corporates and vacant land
parcels. The immediate surroundings of the subject property are as follows:
Potential North Bengaluru is one of the most prominent growth vectors in the city with
changes in organised real estate activity primarily under-construction and concentrated in
surroundings: locations closer to city/ activity centres. Currently, the activity is primarily residential
in nature with the exception of a few commercial/ retail developments. Further, we
understand that other asset classes such as retail and hospitality are in the nascent
stages of development. The Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn located in Nagavara are
recently completed hotel developments. However, on account of presence of
superior physical infrastructure and owing to the presence of large land banks
(albeit located further north from Yelahanka) being held by prominent developers
which are expected to be developed in the near future, coupled with KIADB
Industrial parks (located south of BIAL) and under development private townships
(Bhartiya City, Karle Town Centre, etc.), we are of the opinion that the subject
micro-market will transform into an active real estate hub in the short to medium
term.
The following map indicates the location of the subject property and surrounding developments:
Shape: Based on site inspection, it was observed that the subject land parcel is regular in
shape. Further, it was observed that the subject land parcel is at the same level as
the abutting road neighbouring properties.
Topography: Based on visual inspection, the subject property appears to be even and on the
same level as the abutting access road.
Accessibility Based on the visual inspection, it was observed that the primary access for the
/Frontage: subject property would be through 150 feet wide Bellary Road. By virtue of the
same the property enjoys excellent accessibility and frontage
As per the title due diligence undertaken by TRILEGAL and as provided by the Client, we understand that
the exact address of the subject property is Venkatala Village, Bengaluru North, Bengaluru, Karnataka
560064
Further, this appraisal exercise is based on the premise that the subject property has a clear title and is
free from any encumbrances, disputes, claims, etc. “Consultants” have not made any inquiries in this
regard with the relevant legal/ statutory authorities.
Zoning
Based on inputs provided by the Client, we understand that the subject property is
zoned for ‘Residential (Main) Use’ along the ‘Mutation Corridor’ and will be
converted for commercial use. Further, the property is located within the jurisdiction
of ‘Bengaluru Development Authority’ (BDA) and the land use is in alignment with
the Bengaluru Revised Master Plan 2015. Further, as per the Bengaluru Revised
Master Plan 2015 and based on the width of the access road and zoning
regulations, we understand that the subject property would be able to achieve a
maximum permissible FAR of 3.25.
It must be noted that all factual data viz. permissible usage, zoning, leasable area,
etc. and other factual details have been provided by the Client and no physical
verification/ measurement has been undertaken for the purpose of this valuation
exercise.
Approved
Based on information provided by the Client and visual inspection during our site
Usage:
visit, we understand that the subject property is an under-construction office park.
The current use of the subject property has been provided by the Client and is
broadly in agreement with the rules and regulations as prescribed by the local
development authority. However, the ‘Consultants’ have not made any enquiries
with the relevant local authorities to validate the same for its specific applicability to
the subject property.
Restrictions: As per feedback received from the Client, there are no restrictions on the current
use of the property.
Natural or We are of the opinion that the project/ site has been developed to withstand natural
induced hazards: or induced hazards (with the exception of extreme/ out of the ordinary hazards).
Approvals: Based on the inputs received from Client, we understand that all requisite
approvals/NOCs to commence construction of the subject property were obtained
before commencing construction activity.
Please refer section 20.3 on Statutory Approvals, One-time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances
The table below highlights the area details of the subject property pertaining to the Client’s share:
Subject Property Leasable area (msf) – Client’s Share Completed Area *Precommitment (%)
The table below highlights the detailed area break-up of the subject development:
Phase II including Food Court NA Non - SEZ Under Construction 1.4 1.0
Particulars Details
Car parks to be provided MLCP, Basement, Covered and open car parks
Source: Information provided by Client
Based on information provided by the Client and corroborated with our visual inspection during the
site visit, it is understood that the subject property will provide requisite amenities in the subject property.
Based on information provided by the Client and corroborated with our visual inspection during the
site visit, the subject property is currently under construction.
External view of the subject property (SP) External view of the subject property (SP)
The table below highlights the historical occupancy rates at the subject development:
Occupancy NA
Pre-Commitment 29%^
Source: Rent roll and information provided by the Client; Indicative of committed occupancy; Note: ^Percentage of Pre-
committed leasable area out of the total leasable area i.e., 100% of the under-construction phase I block (total leasable area
approx. 0.7 Mn sft viz. 0.4 Mn sft of client’s share) has been pre-leased to date or is a hard option.
Embassy Business Hub’s scale, quality and wide-ranging amenities have enabled it to attract both
domestic and multi-national marquee tenants. The scalability on offer has enabled occupiers to expand
within the asset over the years.
As per the review of recently executed lease at the subject property, it is understood that the contracted
escalation terms for pre-committed lease is 15.0% every three years, which is in line with the prevailing
market practise witnessed across the submarket and Bengaluru.
The subject property is located on Bellary Road towards north of Bengaluru city. The property is located
at a distance of approx. 2-3 km from Yelahanka Junction, approx. 4-5 km from Hebbal Junction, approx.
13-14 km from MG Road (CBD), approx. 15-16 km from City Railway Station and approx. 22-23 km
from Kempegowda International Airport. The subject micro-market is considered as one of the most
prominent emerging vectors in terms of real estate activity. The micro-market has been witnessing
significant development activity in terms of residential and commercial IT/ITeS developments.
The micro-market is bounded by Chikkajala and Bellary Road in the North, Kogilu, Hennur and
Thanisandra road in the East, Yelahanka New Town towards West, Yelahanka, Hebbal and Outer-ring
road towards the South. The region has started witnessing development activity subsequent to the
establishment of Bengaluru International Airport during 2008.
Establishment of Kempegowda International Airport in the North (at a distance of approx. 22-23 km
from the subject property) has augmented development activity primarily in the form of residential
apartment/ villa and commercial segments. Hebbal region, stretch from Hebbal flyover to Yelahanka, is
considered as one of the most established locations of North Bengaluru. This is primarily on account of
the superior infrastructure initiatives, easy connectivity to the CBD and the International Airport and the
same has led to significant increase in capital values in the recent past. Majority of the developments
along this stretch are currently witnessed to be in the advanced stages of construction and are expected
to be completed in the short to medium term time frame. In addition, it was observed that majority of the
developments along this stretch were witnessed to be a mix of commercial and residential segments.
Kirloskar Business Park is a notable small-scale development (viz. 0.35 Mn sft) along this stretch. Other
prominent commercial developments along this stretch that are currently under various stages of
planning/ construction and operational include Sobha APMC (planned), Brigade Magnum (operational),
RMZ Latitude (operational), etc. Residential developments along this stretch are witnessed to be small to
medium-scale apartment projects which are typically upper-mid end to high-end in nature. Upper mid
end apartments along this stretch include L&T Raintree, Hoysala Ace, Alpine Pyramid, etc., and high-end
apartment projects include Century Ethos, Embassy Lake Terraces, RMZ Latitude, Godrej Platinum,
Brigade Caladium, SNN Clermont etc.
Thannisandra road and Hennur road forms eastern periphery of the subject micro-market. Organised
real estate activities along this stretch are primarily in the form of large-scale apartment projects and
large townships. Majority of the real estate activity along these vectors commenced post 2010. Large
scale developments along these vectors can be attributable to the presence of availability of large tracts
of land at cheaper rates, spill over of activity from locations such as Hebbal, Outer Ring Road, etc. In
addition, commencement of operations of International Airport during 2008 and announcement of
KIADB industrial parks in Bagalur has triggered real estate activity in the location. Currently, the region
has limited presence of completed residential developments. However, a large number of residential
developments are currently in various stages of construction and planning. Some of the prominent
apartment projects include ‘G-Corp Icon’, ‘Provident Harmony’, ‘Monarch Serenity’, ‘Salarpuria Gold
Summit’, ‘Mantri Web City’, ‘Goyal Orchid Woods’, etc.
‘Sobha City’ and ‘Bhartiya City’ are some of the notable large-scale townships in the region. ‘Bhartiya
City’ is a large-scale mixed used township comprising of apartments, commercial office, retail and a
hotel. ‘MSR Elements mall’ and ‘Brigade Orion East’ are some of the notable operational retail malls in
the region
Hebbal Outer-Ring Road extends from Hebbal to KR Puram and is a prominent emerging location and
has been witnessing increased real estate activity owing to the presence of Manyata Embassy Business
Park and better accessibility attributes on account of Outer Ring Road. ‘Karle Town Centre’ and ‘Embassy
Manyata Business Park’ are notable large-scale townships located along this stretch. Prominent
apartment projects along this stretch include ‘Karle Zenith’, ‘SNN Clermont’, ‘Sobha Petunia’, ‘Prestige
Misty Waters’ etc. ‘Brigade Orion East’ is a notable retail mall that has got operational in the recent past
in the region. ‘Hilton’, ‘Hilton Garden Inn’, ‘Howard Johnson’ and ‘Country Inn’ are some of the branded
hotels in this region.
The real estate activity in the micro-market is primarily concentrated in locations closer to city/ activity
centres. The subject location is expected to witness significant real estate development activity and
transform into an active real estate hub in the short to medium term time frame and this can be primarily
attributable to factors such as superior physical infrastructure, large land banks being held by prominent
developers (expected to be developed in the near future), development of Industrial parks and its impetus
in real estate sector, etc.
19.3.1.1 Demand, Supply and Vacancy Trends – Bengaluru and Bellary Road
Total completed stock in Bengaluru as of Q1, 2023 is 195.2 msf, out of which North Bengaluru account
for approx. 13.5 %.
Cumulative completed office stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 195.2 msf Approx. 26.3 msf
Cumulative occupied stock (Q1 2023) Approx. 174 msf Approx. 22.3 msf
Average annual office absorption (2018 – 2022) 14.5 msf 1.8 msf
Source: CBRE
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock
and occupied stock in the city in any given year.
Source: CBRE; Note: Supply – refers to fresh completed supply added each year; Absorption – refers to the quantum of leasing
witnessed in each year as part of completed space; the vacancy in the chart accounts for the gap between cumulative stock and
demand in the city in any given year.
Based on our market study, we understand that the developments situated in micro markets that are
located in close proximity to the city such as Thanisandra, Yeshwanthpur, Hebbal, HMT Layout,
Yelahanka, Nagavara Outer Ring Road, Bellary Road, Jakkur, Tumkur Road, Hennur, Sadahalli, etc.,
are witnessing higher demand vis-a-vis IT parks located farther away. Grade A developments situated
in these micro markets are currently exhibiting nominal vacancy levels. Based on our market study, it
was observed that Bengaluru North is expected to witness an influx of approx. 5.3 Mn sft of commercial
space (viz. under construction developments of SEZ & Non SEZ formats) in the next two years.
Leasable Approx.
Development Quoted Rent
Building Name Current Status Area Vacancy
Type (INR psf pm)
(in msf) (%)
The prevailing quoted lease rentals for Commercial Office Parks in the micro-market ranges between
INR 60 to 70 per sf per month for properties along Bellary road (towards further north side of Hebbal
junction) on warm shell basis; depending upon specifications offered, location and accessibility of the
development (viz. along/off the main arterial roads), quality of construction, developer brand, amenities
offered, etc. The parking charges in such developments range between INR 2,750 – 3,250 per bay per
month for covered car parks. The table below highlights some of the recent transacted rent for office
parks/ assets in the influence region of the subject property:
Based on the recent transaction witnessed in the micro market as highlighted in the table above and the
transaction witnessed in the larger development of the subject property, we understand that the subject
property would command a marginal rental (for office space) of INR 66 – 68 per sf per month (say an
average rental of INR 67 per sf per month of leasable area). The Food court within the subject
development provides convenience to the working population in the subject development. Valuer has
assumed lease rentals for food court spaces in the range of INR 90 – 110 per sf per month (say INR 100
per sf per month) as on date of valuation.
We acknowledge that the approaches to valuation differ considerably and that for a particular purpose,
alternative approaches to the valuation can be utilized subject to the Client’s consultations and giving
due consideration to the Client’s requirements. Considering the objective of this exercise and the nature
of asset involved, the value of the subject property has been assessed through the following approaches:
The sections below highlight detailed valuation workings for the subject property.
Based on information, rent roll, architect certificate provided by the Client, we understand that subject
property is an Office Park. Further, the table below highlights the area configuration of the subject
property:
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Indicative of pending cost towards base build works and does not include the cost for refurbishments/ infrastructure upgrade works
Kindly note that the valuation assumptions/inputs pertaining to development timelines, positioning, etc.
have been considered based on the Consultant’s assessment of the existing on-ground review of the
subject property and proposed future supply the subject submarket. Further, the assumptions such as
revenue assumptions, absorption period, etc. for the development are based on market benchmarks and
extent of vacancy in the subject submarket and competing supply.
For the purpose of this appraisal exercise, the lease rent adopted for the area pre-committed is based
on the information shared by the Client. Further, the Consultants have undertaken an in-depth market
research exercise to assess the prevailing rent values in the subject submarket. The same has been
adopted for the vacant space for the purpose of this valuation exercise.
Based on our market study and based on the analysis of the precommitment lease provided by the Client,
following rent has been adopted for the purpose of value assessment of the completed blocks at the
subject property. The detailed rent assessment workings are highlighted in the lease rent analysis section
presented above.
The above marginal rent assumption is adopted for the entire subject development. Since a space of 0.4
msf is being pre-leased (includes hard option), the rent for the area has been considered at INR 57 psf
pm. However, the rent for the vacant areas have been considered at INR 67 psf pm. In addition to
undertaking an in-depth market analysis, a detailed analysis of the rent rolls was also undertaken to
understand aspects such as area occupied, current rent and expiry analysis of the key tenants in the park.
As per the information provided by the Client, it is understood that a food-court measuring approx. 0.03
msf has recently commenced construction. The food-court will operate as ancillary retail, providing
convenience to the working population in the subject development as well as surrounding development.
The Consultants have undertaken an in-depth market research exercise to assess the prevailing rent
values in the subject submarket. The same has been adopted for the vacant space for the purpose of
this valuation exercise. It has been observed that rent for retail spaces for similar developments (office
space with ancillary retail) across Bengaluru command a premium over office space rent. Given the
above, we have assumed marginal rent in the range of INR 90 to 110 psf pm (say INR 100 psf pm) as
on date of valuation.
Based on an analysis of existing lease rolls and recent leasing at the subject property, it was observed
that the typical escalation clause in the subject property is approx. 15.0% after every three years, which
is in-line with the trend observed in the market. The same has been adopted for the vacant area and
renewals at the subject property.
Based on the prevailing car parking rate in Bellary Road and Bengaluru North markets, we have assumed
a car park charge of INR 4.0 per sft of leasable area per month for office spaces.
In addition to lease rent revenues, office assets typically have additional sources of revenue. These include
revenues on account of security deposit (refunded at the time of lease expiry / exit), other miscellaneous
income etc.
The assumptions considered for the aforementioned revenue heads for the purpose of this valuation
exercise are based on the precommitment & information provided by the Client. The same has been
cross-checked with the prevailing market norms for other revenues and were found to be broadly in line.
Parking Income (For vacant and UC development) ^ 4 INR per car park per sft per month
Source: Client’s Inputs & Consultants’ assessment
The following table highlights the assumptions towards the development cost for the completed, under-
construction / proposed blocks at the subject development:
The above construction costs have been provided by the Client, and we have reviewed these costs which
appear reasonable and are in line with the market benchmarks for similar projects.
In addition to capital expenditure, a development typically has few recurring operational expenses
required for the up-keep and running of the development. Based on information provided by the Client
and market assessment, following recurring expense assumptions have been adopted for the purpose of
this valuation exercise:
Based on the micro market dynamics and considering the building grade and quality of the developer,
we understand that their developments generally witness a better performance vis-a-vis the comparable
developments in the region in terms of occupancy. Hence, a stabilised vacancy provision of 2.5% has
been adopted during the operations and upon assessment of terminal value.
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Indicative of pending cost towards base build works and does not include the cost for refurbishments/ infrastructure upgrade works
Based on prevailing market condition and our interactions with market participants, we are of the opinion
that the annual marginal rent growth for the subject property will be 5.0%.
Based on the trend prevalent in the subject submarket, we have considered a rent-free period of 4 months
for the subject property from the lease commencement date (for all future / new leases).
19.4.7.4 Brokerage
Based on prevalent market dynamics, we have considered brokerage equivalent to 2 months of rental
income for all future / new leases
Under the scope of this exercise, CAM Cashflows for the subject property (100% interests pertain to
Client) have been assessed both during the holding period and at the time of notional exit. Margin on
CAM and CAM Recoveries are included in the financials as per the CAM margin based on market
benchmarks and as per the pre-committed leases observed in the subject property. The same
corresponds to approx. 25% margin on CAM expenses during the holding period. However, we have
considered a market led CAM margin of approx. 20% at the time of notional exit.
As highlighted in section 3.3, the cap rate adopted for the office spaces is 8.0%.
19.4.10Discount Rate
For discounting the cash flows, the appropriate discounting rate has been calculated on the basis of
estimated ‘Weighted Average Cost of Capital’ (WACC). The detailed analysis of WACC rate adopted
for the subject property has been detailed in Section 3.4 of this report. For the under-construction Phase
I ~ Philips Block, a double discount rate has been adopted for the valuation appraisal. As mentioned in
Section 3.4, a WACC rate of 13% has been adopted during the stage of construction and a WACC rate
of 11.7% has been adopted once the property is operational. However, as the construction of Phase II
is just recently commenced, a single WACC rate of 13% has been adopted.
Based on the above-mentioned analysis, the value of the Client’s interests in the Subject Property is
estimated as follows:
Based on information provided by the Client, please find below the details of material litigations:
For the purpose of this section, details of all pending material title litigation pertaining to the Portfolio
have been disclosed. Other than as disclosed below, there are no pending title litigations pertaining to
the Portfolio as of March 31, 2023:
A. Embassy Manyata
MPPL has filed a writ petition against the BBMP and others seeking to inter-alia, quash (i) a circular
from 2014 re-fixing the improvement charges under the Karnataka Municipal Corporations Act, 1976,
and the Karnataka Municipal Corporations (Recovery of Improvement Expenses) Rules, 2009, and (ii)
a notice from 2015 demanding payment of betterment charges of ₹127.9 million. In 2016, the High
Court of Karnataka has granted an interim stay on the impugned circular and notice. The High Court
of Karnataka on July 18, 2022, passed an order that this writ petition will be listed post disposal of
another Writ Appeal pending before the High Court of Karnataka with similar question of law. MPPL
has paid betterment charges under protest vide letter dated March 30, 2022. The matter is currently
pending.
A third party suit was filed against MPPL and other defendants (who are co-owners in joint possession
with the plaintiff) in 2020 before the City Civil Court, Bengaluru seeking (i) 1/8th share of property by
way of partition, out of which MPPL is only concerned with one land parcel; (ii) a declaration that the
panchayth parikath alias partition deed dated February 20, 1997 and sale deeds executed in favour
of MPPL are null and void. The matter is currently pending.
A third-party suit was filed against MPPL and other defendants in 2003 before the City Civil and
Sessions Court, Bengaluru seeking 1/6th share of the property by way of partition. The City Civil Court,
on October 16, 2019, ordered that the plaintiff shall be entitled to the share of the compensation
awarded by the government and separate possession of the property, it is to be noted that this order
does not apply to those properties which are not owned by MPPL. Further, the matter was appealed by
the respondent against the order dated October 16, 2019.. Another respondent has also filed a
miscellaneous petition before the City Civil Court on September 3, 2020 and the matter is currently
pending.
A third-party suit was filed against MPPL and other defendants on September 24, 2020, before the Prl.
City and Sessions Judge, Bengaluru seeking possession of the property admeasuring 1 acre and 12
guntas forming part of Embassy Manyata. MPPL has filed its response to the plaint filed by the third
party and the matter is currently pending. MPPL’s application to reject the plaint has been dismissed
and MPPL has filed an appeal before the High Court and the matter is yet to be listed.
A third-party writ petition was filed in 2003 against the State of Karnataka (Department of Industries
and Commerce), Special Land Acquisition Officer, KIADB, MPPL and others, wherein the petitioner had
questioned the acquisition proceedings initiated by the government at Nagavara Village by filing writ
petition and thereon a writ appeal before the High Court of Karnataka in 2003 and 2004 respectively,
both were rejected. Subsequently, a Special Leave Petition was also filed before Hon’ble Supreme Court
which also came to be dismissed on September 3, 2004, and further a Review Petition was filed which
was also dismissed on September 10, 2009. Currently, the same third party has filed this Writ Petition
on September 19, 2019 before the High Court of Karnataka seeking (i) quashing of the awards
proceedings initiated by respondents which has led to arbitrary determination of the compensation (ii)
direct the state to pass an award and pay compensation under the provisions of The Right to Fair
Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation And Resettlement Act, 2013; and
(iii) quash the acquisition of property situated in Embassy Manyata. The High Court of Karnataka on
March 14, 2022, has directed the petitioner to serve copies on the respondent before the next date of
hearing. The matter is currently pending.
MPPL had filed a suit against a third party for a relief that the third party be restrained for interfering
with MPPL’s possession and enjoyment of the land parcel admeasuring 4 guntas which forms part of
Embassy Manyata before the Additional City Civil Judge, Bengaluru. The Additional City Civil Judge,
Bengaluru passed a judgement and decree on December 8, 2017 in favour of MPPL. Aggrieved by the
judgement and decree dated December 8, 2017, the third party has filed an appeal before the High
Court of Karnataka against MPPL in 2018. The matter is currently pending.
An original suit was filed by third parties in 2007 against certain defendants before the City Civil Judge,
Bangalore in relation to land parcels admeasuring 1 acre and 38 guntas situated in Nagavara Village,
Kasaba Hobli, Bangalore, North Taluk. MPPL impleaded itself as party to this suit. The plaintiffs claim
that the land parcels are their ancestral properties and sought, inter-alia (i) half share of the land
parcels by way of partition in favour of the plaintiffs and possession of such property; (ii) a declaration
that the sale of the land parcels and the consequent khata and mutation in favour of the defendants
(including MPPL) was illegal and is not binding on the plaintiffs; (iii) a direction to MPPL to deposit the
amount of compensation paid by KIADB along with interest be deposited before the court and to release
half of the compensation amount or alternative land to the plaintiffs; and (iv) permanent injunction
against certain defendants (including MPPL) in relation to the land parcels. The matter is currently
pending.
An original suit was filed by third parties in 2019 against certain defendants before the City Civil Judge,
Bangalore in relation to land parcels admeasuring 15 guntas and 31 guntas situated at Nagavara
Village, Kasaba Hobli, Bangalore, North Taluk. The plaintiffs claim that the land parcels are their
ancestral properties and sought, inter-alia: (i) 1/6th share of the land parcel by way of partition to the
plaintiffs and possession of such property; and (ii) a declaration that the sale of the schedule properties
by the defendant was illegal and is not binding on the plaintiffs. MPPL is not a party to the suit, however,
MPPL is concerned with certain land parcels in relation to which the suit is filed as they form a part of
Embassy Manyata. The City Civil Court had passed orders rejecting the plaint on January 1, 2023.
An original suit was filed by third parties in 2016 against certain defendants before the City Civil Judge,
Bangalore in relation to land parcels admeasuring approximately 1 acre and 31 guntas situated at
Nagavara Village, Kasaba Hobli, Bangalore, North Taluk including in respect of a land parcel located
in Embassy Manyata seeking, inter-alia: (i) legitimate share in the land parcel by way of partition; and
(ii) a declaration that the sale deed in relation to the land parcel executed by the defendants is null and
void.. The matter is currently pending.
An original suit was filed by third parties in 2012 against certain defendants before the City Civil Judge,
Bangalore in relation to land parcels admeasuring 1 acre and 14 guntas situated at Nagawara Village,
Kasaba Hobli, Bangalore, North Taluk. The plaintiffs claim that the land parcels are their ancestral
properties and sought, inter-alia: (i) partition of the land parcel and possession to the plaintiffs to the
extent of their share; (ii) a declaration that the release deed in relation to the land parcels is not binding
on the plaintiffs; and (iii) order for mesne profit. MPPL was not made party to the suit, however, it is
concerned with certain land parcels in relation to which the suit is filed as they form a part of Embassy
Manyata. MPPL has filed an application for impleading it as a party. The City Civil Court, vide order
dated December 15, 2022, dismissed the impleading application field by MPPL, against which an
appeal has been filed by MPPL. The original suit and the appeal are pending.
An original suit was filed by third parties in 2008 against certain defendants before the City Civil Judge,
Bangalore in relation to land parcels admeasuring 26 guntas and 36 guntas situated at Thanisandra
Village, K.R. Puram Hobli, Bangalore East Taluk, among others. The plaintiffs claim that the land
parcels are their ancestral properties and have seeking inter-alia (i) 1/4th share of several land parcels
by way of partition to each of the two plaintiffs; and (ii) a declaration that the compromise entered
between certain defendants is not binding of the plaintiffs.. The matter is currently pending.
An original suit was filed by a third party in 2009 against MPPL and others before the City Civil Judge,
Bangalore in relation to land parcels admeasuring 1 acre 16 guntas and 15 guntas situated at
Nagavara Village, Bangalore, North Taluk, among others. The plaintiffs claim that the land parcels are
their joint family properties and sought, inter-alia: (i) 1/3rd share of the properties by way of partition
to the plaintiffs and possession of such property; and (ii) a declaration that the sale deed executed in
favour of defendants (including MPPL) was null and void and is not binding on the plaintiffs. The matter
is currently pending.
An original suit was filed by third parties in 2010 against MPPL and certain others before the City Civil
Judge, Bangalore in relation to land parcels admeasuring 1 acre and 18 guntas situated at Nagavara
Village, Kasaba Hobli, Bangalore, North Taluk, among others. The plaintiffs claim that the land parcels
are their joint family properties and sought, inter-alia: (i) 5/10th share in the land parcels by way of
partition to the plaintiffs and possession of such property; (ii) a declaration that the transactions made
by the defendants (including MPPL) are not binding on the plaintiffs; and (iii) order for mesne profit.
The matter is currently pending.
An original suit was filed by a third party in 2019 before the City Civil Judge, Bangalore in relation to
land parcels admeasuring 1 acre and 18 guntas situated at Rachenahalli Village K.R. Puram, Hobli,
Bangalore, East Taluk, Bangalore. The plaintiff claims that the land parcels are its ancestral properties
and has sought inter-alia (i) 1/6th share of the land parcels by way of partition and possession of such
property; and (ii) a declaration that certain sale deeds executed are not binding upon plaintiff’s share.
The matter is currently pending.
An original suit was filed by third parties in 2016 against MPPL and others before the City Civil Judge,
Bangalore in relation to land parcels admeasuring 1 acre and 31 guntas situated at Nagawara Village,
Kasaba Hobli, Bangalore, North Taluk and Kothanur Narayanapura (K.Narayanapura) village,
Bengaluru, East Taluk, among others. The plaintiffs claim that the land parcels are their ancestral and
hindu joint family properties and sought, inter-alia: (i) legitimate share of the land parcels by way of
partition to the plaintiffs and possession of such property; (ii) a declaration that the sale deed executed
by certain defendants is not binding on the plaintiffs; and (iii) permanent injunction restraining certain
defendants (including MPPL) from alienating or encumbering the land parcels to any third parties,
pending disposal of the suit. The matter is currently pending.
An original suit was filed by a third party in 2014 before the City Civil Judge, Bangalore in relation to
land parcels admeasuring 7.5 guntas situated at Rachenahalli Village K.R. Puram, Hobli, Bangalore,
East Taluk, Bangalore forming part of Embassy Manyata. The plaintiff claims that the land parcels are
its ancestral properties and has sought inter-alia (i) 2/3rd share in the land parcel; (ii) declaration that
the sale deed executed by the defendant is not binding on the plaintiff/. The matter is currently pending.
An original suit was filed by third party in 2022 before the Principal Senior City Civil Judge, Bengaluru
against MPPL. The plaintiff claims that certain land parcels are its ancestral properties and has sought
inter-alia (i) partition of the land parcels in accordance with the Hindu Succession Act, 1956; (ii) 1/5th
share in the land parcel; and (ii) permanent injunction against alienation/ sale of the joint family
properties. The land parcels in this matter do not form part of Embassy Manyata. The matter is currently
pending.
An original suit was filed by third parties against MPPL in 2022 before the City Civil Judge, Bangalore
in relation to land parcels admeasuring 31 guntas situated at Rachenahalli Village K.R. Puram, Hobli,
Bangalore, East Taluk, Bangalore. The plaintiff claims that the land parcels are joint family properties
and has sought inter-alia (i) for a separate possession of the 1/9th share of the suit schedule properties
and (ii)declaration that the sale deeds executed are not binding on the plaintiff. The matter is currently
pending.
An original suit was filed by third parties in 2022 before the City Civil Judge, Bangalore in relation to
land parcels admeasuring 2 acre 27 guntas situated at Nagavara Village K.R. Puram, Hobli, Bangalore,
East Taluk, Bangalore. The plaintiffs’ claim that the land parcels were acquired through a partition
deed and have sought inter-alia (i) for a partition and separate possession of the 4/6th share of the
suit schedule and (ii) a declaration that certain sale deeds executed are not binding upon plaintiff’s
share. The matter is currently pending.
A third party has filed a suit against GLSP, UPPL, Mac Charles (India) Limited and others in 2003 before
the City Civil Court, Bengaluru, seeking specific performance of an agreement for sale for 94,000
square feet of land forming part of the larger parcel of land admeasuring 5 acres and 23 guntas
situated at Challaghatta village. The court dismissed the suit in 2008. The plaintiff has challenged such
dismissal in 2009 before the High Court of Karnataka in an appeal. GLSP and UPPL have been
arraigned as respondents in the appeal. The High Court of Karnataka has recorded the submission
made by GLSP and UPPL indicating that no encumbrance will be created on the suit property of 94,000
sft and the matter is currently pending.
C. Express Towers
IENMPL has filed a writ petition against the Government of Maharashtra and the Collector, Mumbai in
2003 before the Bombay High Court, challenging the demand against IENMPL for payment of
increased transfer charges in relation to a sub-lease. While transfer charges amounting to ₹0.12 million
annually for 61 years as per GoI’s letter were levied in 2001, the transfer charges were revised to ₹2.34
million in the same year by the Collector, Bombay. In 2004, the Bombay High Court passed an order
staying the operation of demand for increased transfer charges, subject to IENMPL continuing to pay
the original transfer charges. IENMPL has also undertaken that in the event of dismissal of petition they
shall pay the demanded increased transfer charges. The matter is currently pending.
IENMPL had initiated legal proceedings against a occupier before the Court of Small Causes, Mumbai
in 2007 for eviction and recovery of possession of 2,150 square feet in Express Towers and for mesne
profits. On November 15, 2011, the court directed the occupier to pay ₹0.26 million per month towards
mesne profits for the period between March 1, 2007 and February 2010, and ₹0.29 million per month
from March 1, 2010 onward. An appeal by the occupier against this order before the Court of Small
Causes was dismissed on May 6, 2015. Aggrieved, the occupier filed a petition before the Bombay
High Court. On August 28, 2017, the High Court passed an order directing the occupier to pay ₹225
per square foot per month from May 1, 2015 to continue the possession of the premises. The occupier
continues to occupy the premises and pay rentals. The matter is currently pending.
A criminal public interest litigation has been instituted by a third party against the state of Maharashtra
and others in 2017 which has alleged irregularities in the manner in which Express Towers was being
used, and the manner in which the shareholders of IENMPL have acquired the asset. IENMPL impleaded
itself as party to this public interest litigation. The Bombay High Court had directed the third party to
file an amended petition to, inter alia, include IENMPL as a party. The matter is currently pending.
D. Embassy Golflinks
A third-party individual has filed a suit before Court of the City Civil Judge, Bengaluru in 2005, against
GLSP and others for declaring a sale deed allegedly executed in 2004 by him in favour of GLSP and
another pertaining to a portion of land situated at Embassy Golflinks, as null and void on account of
fraud and misrepresentation. The plaintiff died at the evidence stage and his alleged heir was not
permitted to come on record by as the court rejected his application by passing an order in 2015.
Aggrieved by the order, the alleged heir filed a civil revision petition before the High Court of Karnataka
in 2015 which was subsequently converted into a writ petition. The matter is currently pending.
Certain third parties have filed a suit in 2008 before the City Civil Court, Bengaluru in respect of a
property admeasuring 1 acre and 21 guntas, forming part of Embassy Golflinks. The suit was dismissed
in 2013 due to no representation on behalf of the plaintiffs. The plaintiffs filed a petition before the
Additional Senior City Civil Judge, Bengaluru in 2013 to set aside the dismissal order and restore the
suit, along with an application for condonation of delay. GLSP has filed objections to the petition. The
matter is pending.
GLSP has filed a petition in 2014 before the High Court of Karnataka inter-alia, against a show cause
notice issued under the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupation) Act, 1971, in relation to
eviction of GLSP from certain parcels of land admeasuring 92 square meters, 274.86 square meters
and 2,079.79 square meters in Domlur Village, Bengaluru, which as per the show cause notice
allegedly belongs to the Department of Defence and seeking a direction against the BBMP and others
to complete the construction of the road on the aforementioned lands. The High Court in 2014 directed
BBMP to continue with the construction of the road in terms of certain agreements signed between the
Department of Defence and BBMP and also restrained the respondents from acting upon the impugned
notice or taking coercive steps against GLSP. The respondents have obtained a stay on such order in
2016 by way of an appeal filed in 2015 before the High Court of Karnataka. The stay order also stated
that GLSP could not be evicted without the leave of court. The High Court of Karnataka allowed the
appeal and set aside the 2014 order passed by the High Court of Karnataka. Further, the court ordered
that the interim stay shall continue till disposal of the writ petition. Further, the High Court of Karnataka
on July 11, 2022 directed the Deputy Commissioner to take steps under section 142(2) of the Karnataka
Land Revenue Act, 1964 to conduct a survey for identification of limits of Domlur Village and that the
petition by GLSP be kept pending till the Deputy Commissioner completes his survey. The survey was
conducted on November 22, 2022 in the presence of the representatives of the relevant parties and
the joint survey report has been submitted before the High Court of Karnataka and circulated to the
relevant parties. However, the Estate Officer has submitted before the High Court of Karnataka that the
report has not been received. . The matter is currently pending.
A third-party individual has filed a suit before the City Civil Court, Senior Division, Rural District against
GLSP and others alleging that the defendants and GLSP have colluded with each other to sell certain
parcels of land belonging to the petitioner, admeasuring 12 guntas, 1 acre 9 guntas and 15 guntas
respectively forming part of Embassy Golflinks to GLSP. The petitioner has alleged that the sale deed
executed in 2003 is not binding on the petitioner. The suit was dismissed in 2016 for default by the
petitioner. The petitioner has thereafter filed an application seeking to restore the case and the
summons are yet to be served on one of the respondents. The matter is currently pending.
GLSP received a notice from a third-party individual alleging that certain third parties were the absolute
owners of land in possession of GLSP admeasuring 2 acres and 8 guntas in Bengaluru. The IX
Additional City Civil and Sessions Judge, pursuant to a preliminary decree in 2017, granted the
petitioner half a share in the land. GLSP was not made a party to the above suit filed by the third party.
GLSP has filed an appeal in the High Court of Karnataka to set aside the decree of the IX Additional
City Civil and Sessions Judge and to remand the suit to the trial court by impleading GLSP as a
defendant. Additionally, the Plaintiff has filed a final decree proceeding before Court of the Additional
City Civil Judge pursuant to the order dated September 23, 2017. The High Court of Karnataka has
notified that the final decree proceedings to continue, however no final order to be drwn up.
Certain third parties have filed an original suit against GVPPL and others before the Court of Additional
City Civil Judge, Bangalore claiming 3/7th share ownership over certain parcels of land belonging to
GLSP, i.e., Survey No.10/2A admeasuring 25 guntas in Bengaluru. The Additional City Civil Judge has
passed the judgement dated 20 February 2020 that (i) the petitioners are entitled to 1/7th share in the
property (ii) the sale deed executed subsequently not binding on the petitioner and (iii) handover of the
premises to the petitioner. GVPPL have filed an appeal before the Regular First Appeal before the High
Court of Karnataka assailing the judgement and decree. Further, the plaintiff has filed a final decree
proceeding before the Additional City Civil Judge, Bangalore. These matters are currently pending.
An original suit was filed by third party in 2022 before the City Civil Judge, Bengaluru in respect of
land parcel admeasuring 1 acre situated at Challaghatta Village, Bengaluru forming part of Embassy
GolfLinks. The plaintiff claims that the land parcels are its ancestral properties and has sought inter-
alia (i) 1/8th share in the land parcel; (ii) declaration that the sale deed executed by the defendant is
not binding on the plaintiff. The matter is currently pending. The Court passed orders on July 1, 2022
restraining Embassy Golflinks from alienating or creating any charge over the land parcel.
Certain third parties have filed a suit in 2003 before the City Civil Court, Bengaluru in respect of a
property admeasuring 1 acre and 36 guntas, forming part of Embassy Golflinks. and has sought inter-
alia (i) for possession (ii) declaration that the sale deeds executed are not binding upon plaintiff’ and
(iii) issue injunction. The suit was partly decreed by the Court on September 23, 2021, where the it was
held that the plaintiff was not entitled to possession over the land parcel forming part of Embassy
GolfLinks. The plaintiff being aggrieved by the judgment dated September 23, 2021, has challenged
the same before the High Court in an appeal. The matter is pending.
E. Embassy TechVillage
A third-party individual filed a suit in 2017 against the ‘Embassy Group’ before the City Civil Court,
Bangalore seeking a decree of permanent injunction against ‘Embassy Group’ from interfering with
the alleged rights of the plaintiff in relation to a land parcel forming part of ETV. VTPL filed two interim
applications for: (i) dismissal of the suit contending that ‘Embassy Group’ is not a valid legal entity; and
(ii) impleading itself as party. Pursuant to an order dated December 16, 2017, the Civil Court rejected
both the above applications and rejected an interim application filed by the plaintiff seeking a
temporary injunction against ‘Embassy Group’. VTPL filed a civil revision petition and a writ petition
before the High Court of Karnataka against the rejection of its applications. Pursuant to orders dated
January 10, 2018, the High Court of Karnataka stayed the proceedings until the next date of hearing.
The matters are currently pending.
The same third-party individual has also filed an appeal under the Karnataka Land Revenue Act, 1964
before the Assistant Commissioner, Bangalore, North Sub-Division challenging the endorsement dated
October 29, 2015 issued by the Tahasildar, Bangalore East Taluk rejecting the claim of the plaintiff to
a land parcel admeasuring 21 guntas. VTPL has impleaded itself as a party and filed a statement of
objections. The matter is currently pending.
A third-party individual has filed a suit before City Civil Court, Bangalore against the ‘Managing
Director, Embassy Group of Company’ seeking a decree of permanent injunction against the
defendants from interfering with the peaceful possession of a land parcel. While VTPL has not claimed
title over the disputed land parcel, the plaintiffs have alleged that the land parcel is at the edge of the
property owned by VTPL. VTPL has impleaded itself as a party and has contended, inter-alia, that the
land parcel has been acquired by the BBMP for a road. The matter is currently pending.
A third party has filed a suit before City Civil Court, Bengaluru against VTPL and its representatives
seeking a decree of permanent injunction against the defendants from interfering with the peaceful
possession of a land parcel. While VTPL has not claimed title over the disputed land parcel, the plaintiffs
have alleged that the land parcel is at the edge of the property owned by VTPL. VTPL has impleaded
itself as a party and has contended, inter-alia, that the land parcel has been acquired by the BBMP for
a road. The matter is currently pending.
A third-party has filed a writ petition in 2022 before the High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru against
the State of Karnataka (Department of Industries and Commerce), Karnataka Industrial Area
Development Board, Special Deputy Commissioner, Special Land Acquisition Officer and VTPL. The
petitioner is seeking reconveyance of a land parcel admeasuring 22 guntas forming part of Embassy
TechVillage. The matter is currently pending.
Certain third parties have filed an original suit against Vikas Telecom Limited (currently known as VTPL)
in 2004 before the City Civil Court, Bengaluru in respect of a property admeasuring 49 guntas, forming
part of Embassy Tech Village and has sought inter-alia (i) 1/5th share in the land parcel and (iii) for
separate possession. The suit was dismissed on November 29, 2011. The plaintiff being aggrieved by
the judgment preferred an appeal against the dismissal before the High Court of Karnataka in 2012.
The matter is pending.
Certain third parties have filed an original suit in 2018 before the City Civil Court, Bengaluru in respect
of a property admeasuring 34 and 1/2 guntas. The plaintiff is seeking permanent injunction against
VTPL from interfering with the peaceful possession and enjoyment of the land parcels by the plaintiff.
However, it is to be noted that this land parcel does not form part of Embassy Tech Village The matter
is currently pending.
Certain third parties have filed an original suit against ECPL in 2019 before the Senior Civil Judge
Court, Bengaluru in respect of property admeasuring 2 acres 05 guntas forming part of Embassy
Business Hub and have sought inter-alia (i) declaration, division and separate possession of the
plaintiff’s share and (ii) ) declaration that the sale of the land parcel is not binding on the plaintiff. The
matter is currently pending.
Certain third parties have filed an original suit against ECPL in 2023 before the Senior Civil Judge
Court, Bengaluru in respect of property admeasuring 5.5 guntas forming part of Embassy Business
Hub and has sought inter-alia (i) partition and separate possession of 1/4th share in the land parcel
and (ii) issuing of an injunction against against ECPL from alienating, encumbering or creating a charge
on the property. The matter is currently pending
II. Material litigation and regulatory action pending against Embassy REIT (Asset SPVs and the
Investment Entity)
With respect to the Asset SPVs and the Investment Entity, details of all pending regulatory actions and
criminal matters against the Asset SPVs and the Investment Entity have been disclosed.
For the purpose of pending civil/ commercial matters against Embassy REIT (Asset SPVs and Investment
Entity), and Associates of Embassy REIT (excluding the Manager, the Sponsors, their respective
Associates and the Blackstone Sponsor Group) matters exceeding ₹341.9543 million (being 1% of the
consolidated income as of March 31, 2023) have been considered material and proceedings where
the amount is not determinable but the proceeding is considered material by the Manager from the
perspective of Embassy REIT has been disclosed.
Other than as disclosed below, there are no pending criminal litigation, regulatory actions or material
civil/ commercial matters against any of the Asset SPVs or the Investment Entity or the Associates of
Embassy REIT (excluding the Manager, the Sponsors, their respective Associates and the Blackstone
Sponsor Group) as of March 31, 2023. Further, there is no litigation against Embassy REIT as of March
31, 2023.
A. MPPL
The Director, SEZ Section, GoI issued guidelines in 2009 which laid down that captive power plants in
IT/ ITES SEZs were to be classified as separate units and were entitled to avail fiscal benefits under the
SEZ Act including the benefit of exemption from the levy of excise duty under the Central Excise Act,
1994, on the goods supplied to them. However, in 2015, a new circular was issued which withdrew all
such benefits and incentives extended to the captive power plants set up in a SEZ with effect from April
1, 2015. In 2016, new guidelines were issued which restored the benefits and exemptions given under
the 2009 circular. However, the exemptions and benefits were prospective in nature and did not apply
to SEZ developers, such as MPPL, for the period between the 2015 circular and the 2016 guidelines.
By way of their letters in 2016, two diesel providers who were providing high speed diesel to MPPL,
informed MPPL that amount payable due to excise duty on supply of diesel to MPPL was ₹31.60 million
and ₹8.49 million, respectively, due to the changed guidelines. MPPL filed an application before the
Development Commissioner, Manyata Embassy Business Park SEZ in 2016 seeking approval of its DG
set unit as a SEZ unit with retrospective effect, which was not granted. Subsequently, MPPL filed an
appeal before the Development Commissioner, Manyata Embassy Business Park SEZ seeking
modification of the letter of approval granted by the Board of Approval, SEZ Section to classify MPPL’s
captive power plant as a SEZ unit, as it was not granted with retrospective effect, which was rejected.
MPPL has filed a writ petition in 2017 before the High Court of Karnataka to set aside the said order
and a stay order has been granted.
MPPL received a demand note dated October 13, 2022from the Bangalore Water Supply and
Sewerage Board (“BWSSB”) for a payment of to ₹2,15,00,256 in relation to issuance of a no-objection
certificate for the construction of a proposed project commercial building. MPPL filed a writ petition
before the High Court of Karnataka against the State of Karnataka, Bangalore Water Supply and
Sewerage Board and others challenging, the demand notice issued against MPPL and seeking, inter-
alia, (i) quashing of the demand notice dated October 13, 2022; and (ii) issuance of the no-objection
certificate to MPPL. Pursuant to an order dated November 21, 2022, the High Court of Karnataka
granted an ad-interim stay on the demand notice dated October 13, 2022, in relation to certain
charges and instructed MPPL to pay the remaining sum of monies to BWSSB. Accordingly, MPPL has
made the requisite payment hereunder and received the NOC from BWSSB. The matter is currently
pending.
B. EEPL
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has issued orders in 2005, 2008 and 2014 granting
exemption to all solar power generators in Karnataka that achieved commercial operation date
between April 1, 2013 and March 31, 2018 from paying certain charges such as, inter alia, payment
of wheeling and banking charges, cross subsidy surcharges, transmission losses and wheeling losses
for a period of ten years from the date of commissioning. The Commission issued an order in 2018
withdrawing the aforementioned exemption available to Karnataka’s power generators, including EEPL.
Subsequently, EEPL and others have filed writ petitions in 2018 in the High Court of Karnataka against
the State of Karnataka, the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission, Bangalore Electricity Supply
Company Limited, Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company Limited and Karnataka Power Transmission
Corporation Limited. In the event of cancellation of the aforesaid exemption, EEPL would incur an
estimated loss of approximately ₹1,053.50 million over a ten year period. The High Court of Karnataka
by way of an order dated May 24, 2018 has directed interim stay on the Commission’s order
withdrawing the aforesaid exemptions. The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited filed an
interlocutory application on June 18, 2018, seeking vacating of the interim order dated May 24, 2018
passed by the High Court of Karnataka, and Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has filed
common preliminary objections on September 27, 2018 and requested the High Court of Karnataka
to dismiss the writ petition filed by EEPL and others. The High Court of Karnataka, by way of an order
dated March 13, 2019, allowed the writ petitions filed by EEPL and others, and quashed the order
dated May 14, 2018 issued by the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission. EEPL has filed a caveat
petition for receiving notifications in case any intra court writ appeal filed by any of the parties to the
said petition, before the Division Bench of the High Court of Karnataka. Karnataka Electricity Regulatory
Commission has filed a common writ appeal against the said order, against EEPL & Others. Electricity
Supply Companies have also filed writ appeals against some of the petitioners, but no appeal has been
filed against EEPL
EEPL has received a demand notice under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 on February 28,
2019 from a third party subcontractor, engaged by IL&FS Development Company (IEDCL), the parent
company of ISPL, which was itself engaged by ISPL as a contractor for Embassy Energy. The demand
notice alleges that unpaid amounts (categorised as operational debts) aggregating up to ₹1,008.1
million (including interest up to October 2018) are due to the sub-contractor directly from EEPL for the
various works claimed to have been undertaken at the site of Embassy Energy, on the basis of certain
correspondence with EEPL. The demand notice requires payment within 10 days of the letter, failing
which the subcontractor may initiate a corporate insolvency resolution process against EEPL. EEPL has
by its letter dated March 1, 2019, refuted all such claims inter alia on the basis that the payments are
due from ISPL (and/ or its parent entity) to the sub-contractor and not from EEPL, and therefore the sub-
contractor has no claim against EEPL. By its letters dated March 18, 2019, the subcontractor has
responded to the letter from EEPL, denying all statements made by EEPL and reiterating that the unpaid
amounts are due from EEPL, without prejudice to any action, including criminal, that may be taken
under law including the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 against EEPL, IEDCL, ISPL and certain
representatives of these entities, including Jitendra Virwani. EEPL has also written to ISPL in relation to
deficiencies in services required to be contractually provided by ISPL. ISPL has responded to EEPL
denying the allegations in such letters. The lenders of ISPL have also written to EEPL in relation to certain
payments made by EEPL to ISPL under the deferred payment agreement dated March 3, 2017. EEPL
has responded to the lenders stating that they are not party to the arrangements between EEPL and
ISPL and should approach ISPL directly. The sub-contractor has thereafter filed an application under
Section 9 of the Code before the Bengaluru bench of National Company Law Tribunal claiming debt
of ₹997.59 million and interest thereon against EEPL. The third party sub-contractor vide a letter dated
January 2, 2020 served the notice of hearing in the captioned matter for initiation of insolvency
proceedings under Section 9 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 before the NCLT, Bengaluru
pursuant to its order dated December 16, 2019. The petitioner has filed a claim as an operational
creditor of IEDCL for an amount of ₹1,008.10 million (including interest up to September 2019) dues
to the sub-contractor. The NCLT, Bengaluru has disposed this matter on March 8, 2022. The third party
sub-contractor has filed an appeal against the order of the NCLT, Bengaluru before the National
Company Law Appellate Tribunal, Chennai. The appeal was dismissed vide order dated June 16, 2023
by NCLAT. .
Criminal Proceedings
First Information Report (“FIR”) for an offence under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, 1860
was registered by Deonar Police Station against representatives of EEPL and another person pursuant
to a complaint filed by a representative of Sterling Wilson Renewable Energy Private Limited
(“SWREL”)(formerly known as the Sterling Wilson Private Limited) being the third party contractor under
the section II B (a) above. The complaint filed by SWREL alleges that EEPL has not made balance
payments amounting to INR 131 crores (inclusive of interest). In response, EEPL and its representatives
have filed a Criminal Writ Petition before the High Court of Bombay against the State of Maharashtra
and the representative of SWREL have requested (i) quashing and setting aside of the FIR and
subsequent transfer to the Economic Offence Wing, Mumbai and (ii) stay on further proceedings under
the FIR and the subsequent transfer to the Economic Offence Wing.
In relation to Embassy Energy, ISPL has identified 465.8 acres of land for Embassy Energy. The approval
obtained by EEPL from the Government of Karnataka for the establishment of Embassy Energy requires
that the land is purchased and the solar project is established only after obtaining conversion of the
use of the land for non-agricultural purposes. EEPL is required to obtain approval from the local
authorities to purchase the land for the solar project under Section 109 of the Karnataka Land Reforms
Act, 1961 which is deemed conversion of agricultural land and no further approvals are necessary.
EEPL directly or through land aggregators has executed agreements for sale and powers of attorney
with various land owners for 465.8 acres of land. Applications for approval under Section 109 have
been made for 465.5 acres of land. EEPL has executed sale deeds in respect of 424.4 acres of land.
Of the 424.4 acres of land for which sale deeds have been executed, payment of conversion fee is
pending
C. GLSP
Regulatory Proceedings
GLSP and its occupier have received a notice in 2017 from the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board
stating that the sewage treatment plant at Embassy Golflinks was inspected by the relevant officials and
was found to not be operating in accordance with the standards stipulated pursuant to an order passed
by the National Green Tribunal and a public notice issued by the Karnataka State Pollution Control
Board detailing revised standards required to be adopted for such plants in 2017. GLSP was called
upon to show cause as to why action should not be initiated against it under the Water Act, 1974 and
related legislations within 30 days from the date of the notice. Golflinks Embassy Business Park
Management Services LLP has responded to the notice stating that it is in the process of complying with
the observations and requesting for a period of five to seven months for compliance and to grant
consent. As per the National Green Tribunal and a public notice issued by the Karnataka State Pollution
Control Board, all the sewage treatment plants in Embassy Golflinks have been upgraded as per the
National Green Tribunal guidelines and to meet the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board prescribed
new standards.
GLSP has informed the KSPCB of completion of upgradation works pursuant to a letter dated September
10, 2020 and requested officials to conduct an inspection, if required.
D. IENMPL
Since the 1970s, many correspondences have been exchanged by IENMPL, MCGM, and the
Government of Maharashtra, in relation to unauthorised construction and approval for change of use
of three floors of Express Towers since the execution of the lease deed (including notices relating to
alleged unauthorised construction and unauthorised use). IENMPL last applied to the MCGM in1990
for such permission which was rejected. IENMPL thereafter wrote to the Government of Maharashtra
requesting that they direct the MCGM to regularise the office use and occupation of plaza floors (as
per the previous approval of the Government of Maharashtra). The Government of Maharashtra has
observed that the local regulations do not contain a provision dealing with plaza floors and has since
written to the local authorities in 2004 to formulate guiding principles for treatment of plaza floors
which are yet to be notified.
E. Embassy Techvillage
Regulatory Proceedings
The Director, SEZ Section, GoI issued guidelines in 2009 which laid down that captive power plants in
IT/ ITES SEZs were to be classified as separate units and were entitled to avail fiscal benefits under the
Special Economic Zones Act, 2005 including the benefit of exemption from the levy of excise duty under
the Central Excise Act, 1994, on the goods supplied to them. However, in 2015, a new circular was
issued which withdrew all such benefits and incentives extended to the captive power plants set up in a
SEZ with effect from April 1, 2015. In 2016, new guidelines were issued which restored the benefits
and exemptions given under the 2009 circular. However, the exemptions and benefits were prospective
in nature and did not apply to SEZ developers, such as VTPL for the period between the 2015 circular
and the 2016 guidelines. By way of its letter dated March 3, 2016, the diesel supplier providing high
speed diesel to VTPL, informed VTPL that amount payable due to excise duty on supply of diesel to VTPL
was ₹4.31 million, due to the changed guidelines. VTPL filed an application before the Development
Commissioner, Vikas Telecom SEZ in 2016 seeking approval of its DG set unit as a SEZ unit with
retrospective effect, which was not granted. Subsequently, VTPL filed an appeal before the Board of
Approval, SEZ Section in 2016 seeking modification of the letter of approval granted by the Board of
Approval, SEZ Section to classify VTPL’s captive power plant as a SEZ unit, as it was not granted with
retrospective effect, which was rejected. VTPL has filed a writ petition in 2017 before the High Court of
Karnataka to set aside the said order and a stay order was granted.
VTPL has received a demand note dated August 14, 2020 from the Bangalore Water Supply and
Sewerage Board (“BWSSB”) for a payment of total charges amounting to ₹99.44 million in relation to
issuance of a no-objection certificate for a proposed project commercial building on land parcel. VTPL
has filed a writ petition before the High Court of Karnataka against the State of Karnataka, Bangalore
Water Supply and Sewerage Board and others challenging inter-alia, the government order dated
February 12, 2016 and the demand note issued against VTPL and seeking to, inter-alia, (i) quash the
demand notice dated August 14, 2020; and (ii) issue of no-objection certificate to VTPL. Pursuant to an
order dated November 17, 2020, the High Court of Karnataka granted an ad-interim stay on the
demand notice dated August 14, 2020 in relation to certain charges and instructed VTPL to pay the
prescribed fee for issuance of no objection certificate. Accordingly, VTPL has made the requisite
payment hereunder and received the NOC from BWSSB. The matter is currently pending.
VTPL has received a demand note dated September 29, 2020 from the Bangalore Water Supply and
Sewerage Board for a payment of total charges amounting to ₹39.20 million in relation to issuance of
a no-objection certificate for a proposed project office building on land parcel. VTPL has filed a writ
petition before the Karnataka High Court against State of Karnataka, Bangalore Water Supply and
Sewerage Board and others challenging inter-alia, the government order dated February 12, 2016
and the demand note against VTPL seeking to, inter-alia, (i) quash the demand notice dated September
29, 2020; and (ii) issue of no-objection certificate to VTPL. Pursuant to an order dated November 30,
2020, the High Court of Karnataka granted an ad-interim stay on the demand notice dated September
29, 2020 in relation to certain charges and instructed VTPL to pay the prescribed fee for issuance of
no objection certificate. Accordingly, VTPL has made the requisite payment hereunder and received the
NOC from BWSSB. The matter is currently pending.
The Department of Stamps and Registrations, Government of Karnataka, had issued notices dated July
18, 2022 to VTPL and SIPL, alleging that there is shortfall in the stamp duty and registration fee under
the sale deeds executed between SIPL and VTPL. VTPL and SIPL have submitted oral and written
arguments. The matter is pending
Regulatory Proceedings
Embassy Construction Private Limited (“ECPL”) received a demand note dated June 16, 2020 from the
Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board for a payment of total charges amounting to ₹23.42
million in relation to issuance of a no-objection certificate for a proposed project commercial building
on land situated at Venkatala Village, Yelahanka Hobli, Bangalore North Taluk, Bangalore.ECPL filed
a writ petition before the Karnataka High Court against State of Karnataka, Bangalore Water Supply
and Sewerage Board and others challenging inter-alia, the demand note against ECPL seeking to,
inter-alia, (i) quash the demand notice; and (ii) issue of no-objection certificate to ECPL. The High Court
of Karnataka granted an ad - interim stay dated November 13, 2020 on the demand notice issued by
BWSSB in relation to certain charges and instructed ECPL to pay the Administration Fees & Scrutiny Fees
amounting to ₹3.2 million and directed BWSSB post receipt of such fee and the said demand notice
will be subject to outcome of the Writ Petition. The aforesaid ₹3.2 million was paid on December 15,
2020 to BWSSB and the NOC in relation to same has been received. The matter is currently pending.
ECPL received a demand notice dated 16 July 2021 from BBMP towards ground rent and other charges
for the purposes of issuing the modified plan sanction for Embassy Business Hub. ECPL has filed a writ
petition against State of Karnataka before the High Court of Karnataka, inter alia to set aside the
demand notice dated 16 July 2021 issued by BBMP. On 27 August 2021 the High Court of Karnataka
has passed an interim stay against the ground rent, license fee, betterment charges, security deposit,
cess on labour charges, 5% service charges under the demand notice dated 16 July 2021, and has
directed ECPL to pay the balance demand amount under the demand notice. Further, the High Court
of Karnataka has also indicated that the in the event the writ petition fails, ECPL will be liable to pay
the entire demand raised under the demand notice dated 16 July 2021 i.e. INR 65.67 million. ECPL
has paid the requisite fee of Rs.22.36 million on October 21, 2021 to BBMP as per the order dated 27
August 2021 and has received the modified plan sanction.
III. Material litigation and regulatory action pending against Embassy Sponsor
With respect to Embassy Sponsor, details of all pending regulatory actions and criminal matters against
Embassy Sponsor have been disclosed. For the purpose of pending civil/ commercial matters against
Embassy Sponsor matters exceeding ₹533.8 million (being 5% of the total consolidated revenue of
Embassy Sponsor for the Financial Year 2023) have been considered material and proceedings where
the amount is not determinable, but the proceeding is considered material by the Manager from the
perspective of Embassy REIT has been disclosed. Other than as disclosed below, there is no pending
criminal litigation, regulatory actions or material civil/ commercial matters against Embassy Sponsor
as of March 31, 2023.
Criminal Litigation
A charge sheet has been filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation against various individuals and
the companies including Embassy Realtors Private Limited (which subsequently merged with Embassy
Sponsor) and its founder, Jitendra (Jitu) Virwani in 2014, who have been named as accused number
12 and 11 respectively. As part of allegations made against the various others accused, there have
also been allegations of corruption and irregularities in 2004 with relation to certain land development
and housing projects awarded by the Government of Andhra Pradesh and the Andhra Pradesh Housing
Board to a consortium in which, Embassy Realtors Private Limited, was holding a minority stake. The
offences alleged against Embassy Sponsor and Jitendra Virwani are under the Indian Penal Code,
1860, including, inter-alia, Sections 120 (b) & 420. Jitendra Virwani filed a criminal petition in the High
Court of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh seeking an interim order of stay against the proceedings in
the trial court; the High Court has exempted the personal appearance of Jitendra Virwani instead of
staying the further proceedings. Subsequently, Embassy Sponsor has filed a criminal petition in the
High Court of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in 2016 seeking to inter-alia quash the proceedings
pending before the Special Court for CBI cases at Hyderabad. An interim order of stay has been granted
by the High Court in favour of Embassy Sponsor in this regard until the date of the next hearing.
Embassy Sponsor and Jitendra Virwani were also named as respondents in proceedings initiated by
the Directorate of Enforcement under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 in relation to the
same subject matter and an order for the provisional attachment of certain movable assets of Embassy
Sponsor and Jitendra Virwani was passed in January 2018. The Adjudicating Authority has in June
2018 passed an order to the effect that such alleged assets were not involved in the money laundering
and has revoked the attachment of such assets. The Directorate of Enforcement has filed an appeal
before the Appellate Tribunal at New Delhi and the Appellate Tribunal has dismissed the Appeal filed
by the Enforcement Directorate and confirmed the orders passed by the Adjudicating Authority.
Aggrieved by the Orders passed by the Appellate Tribunal at New Delhi, the Enforcement Directorate
has filed an appeal before the High Court of Telangana at Hyderabad and the said Appeal is pending
before the High Court at Hyderabad.
Regulatory Proceedings
The Deputy Commissioner (Registration) and District Registrar, Bengaluru has by an order passed in
2017 directed Embassy Sponsor to make payment of stamp duty of ₹93.22 million and registration fee
of ₹16.50 million pertaining to a sale agreement for residential properties in Bengaluru. Embassy
Sponsor filed an appeal before the Karnataka Appellate Tribunal, Bengaluru (“KAT”) in 2018
challenging the order which was dismissed in 2019. The KAT directed Embassy Sponsor to pay an
amount of ₹100.97 million. Embassy Sponsor has filed a writ petition before the High Court of
Karnataka challenging the orders passed by the KAT and High Court has granted an interim order of
stay against the order of the KAT.
A third party individual has filed an application before the National Green Tribunal, Chennai in 2015
against the State of Karnataka, and several other builders including Embassy Sponsor, alleging that
builders are polluting the Bellandur lake and surrounding environment by discharging effluents in the
lake, around which they are developing residential and commercial projects. The matter is currently
pending for hearing.
Embassy Sponsor has received a notice from the Competition Commission of India in 2018 inquiring
into its acquisition of over 70% of the shareholding of Mac Charles (India) Limited as a combination.
Embassy Sponsor has replied to the notice inter alia submitting that the transaction does not constitute
a combination within the meaning of Section 5 of the Competition Act, 2002 since Mac Charles (India)
Limited was eligible to avail the de minimus exemption for combinations under the provisions of the
Competition Act, 2002. Embassy Sponsor has replied to the notice as stated above and has not received
any response thereafter.
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board pursuant to a notice in 2011 has filed a criminal case in
2012 before the Chief Judicial Magistrate Court, Pune against Embassy Sponsor and another accused
for violating environmental laws by carrying out construction at plot no. 3, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park,
Pune without obtaining prior clearance. The court issued summons in 2012, against which Embassy
Sponsor has filed a criminal writ petition in the Bombay High Court. This matter is pending for hearing
before the Bombay High Court.
In 2015, Embassy Sponsor filed an application with the Bangalore Development Authority (“BDA”) for
the issue of a development plan in relation to certain property owned by MPPL. The BDA issued the
development plan. Subsequently, the Embassy Sponsor as the co-developer of the property filed an
application with the BDA for a modified development plan in connection with the use of TDR rights. In
February 2020, the Karnataka state government issued amendments to the relevant regulations in
relation to levy of fees, cess and surcharges for modified development plans. Subsequently, the BDA
issued two demand notices dated September 24, 2020 to the Embassy Sponsor to pay ₹121 million
towards various charges in connection with the modified development plan. The Embassy Sponsor has
filed a writ petition against the State of Karnataka and others before the High Court of Karnataka, inter-
alia, to set aside the demand notices issued by the BDA and declare the amendments as ultra vires.
Subsequently, BDA issued a letter dated March 10, 2021 to Embassy Sponsor indicating that an amount
of ₹0.037 million is to be paid for issuance of modified development plan and the same was paid by
Embassy Sponsor on March 17, 2021. The matter is currently pending.
Embassy Sponsor received demand notices dated January 13, 2021 and October 7, 2021 from BBMP
towards ground rent and other charges for the purposes of issuing occupancy certificate at certain
properties owned by Embassy Sponsor. The Embassy Sponsor has filed two separate writ petitions
against State of Karnataka before the High Court of Karnataka, inter alia to set aside the demand
notices issued by BBMP. On March 30, 2021 the High Court of Karnataka has passed a stay against
the demand notices. However, demand with respect to (i) scrutiny fee and license fee shall be stayed
only to excess of 50% of the demand (i) security deposit shall be paid at the rate specified i.e., INR 25/-
per square meter and (iii) stay on administrative charges. The High Court has indicated that the
payments need to be made within four weeks, pursuant to which BBMP will issue the occupancy
certificate
IV. Material litigation and regulatory action pending against the Associates of Embassy Sponsor
With respect to the Associates of Embassy Sponsor, details of all pending regulatory actions and
criminal matters against the Associates of Embassy Sponsor have been disclosed. For the purpose of
pending civil/ commercial matters against Associates of Embassy Sponsor, (excluding the Asset SPVs
and the Investment Entity) matters exceeding ₹410.50 million (being 5% of the total consolidated
revenue of Embassy Sponsor for the Financial Year 2023) have been considered material and
proceedings where the amount is not determinable, but the proceeding is considered material by the
Manager from the perspective of Embassy REIT has been disclosed. Other than as disclosed below,
there is no pending criminal litigation, regulatory actions or material civil/ commercial matters against
the Associates of Embassy Sponsor as of September 30, 2023.
Regulatory Proceedings
Concord India Private Limited received a notice in 2008 from the Range Forest Officer, Bengaluru
regarding initiation of proceedings in the High Court of Karnataka for the alleged unauthorised
occupation of 78 acres forest land in a plantation reserved forest in Bengaluru. The company has filed
a writ petition in 2008 to quash the notice pursuant to which the court ordered in 2012 that the occupied
area was not forest land. The Range Forest Officer has filed a writ appeal in the High Court of
Karnataka in 2012 against the order and the company has also filed a writ petition in the High Court
of Karnataka in 2012 against the State of Karnataka challenging old notifications of the Karnataka
State Government declaring the occupied area as an industrial area instead of as a de-reserved reserve
forest area for non-forest activity. The said case has been disposed vide judgment dated July 23, 2019.
Le Meridien Hotel, Bengaluru (owned by Mac Charles (India) Limited) has received a notice in 2013
from the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation to show cause why damages on belated remittance
should not be levied. The hotel agreed to the delay in payment except for certain periods. The Assistant
Provident Fund Commissioner in 2016 ordered the hotel to pay belated remittance of ₹0.11 million
within stipulated time along with interest payable. The hotel has filed an appeal in 2016 before the
Employees Provident Fund Appellate Tribunal, Bengaluru challenging the order and the tribunal
granted interim stay. Further, the provident fund along with the payment of back wages was remitted.
J.V. Holdings Private Limited has received a notice in 2014 from the RBI to show cause why action
should not be initiated against it for doing business as an NBFC in violation of the Reserve Bank of
India Act, 1934. The company filed its reply to the RBI and the RBI in 2016 directed it to either merge
with another NBFC, wind up its business or register as an NBFC. The RBI also directed the company in
2017 to exit partnerships it is invested in to qualify as a core investment company. In 2018, the RBI has
asked J.V. Holdings Private Limited to submit its response on the status of complying with the notice.
The company has replied to the RBI stating that it has commenced provision of marketing services and
that the proposed income from such business activity will be such that the company will not be an NBFC
by March 31, 2019. The company has ceased undertaking non-banking financial business as on March
31, 2019 and has have not received any further communication in this regard from RBI.
Udhyaman Investments Private Limited has received a notice in 2015 from the RBI to provide
clarifications to determine whether it is an NBFC. The company clarified that it does not qualify as an
NBFC. The company has not received any further communication in this regard from RBI
A third party filed a petition before the Indian Council for Arbitration against Concord India Private
Limited for resolution of a dispute in respect of a memorandum of understanding between the third
party and Concord India Private Limited entered into in 1999 in respect of joint development of 78
acres of land situated at Kadugodi plantation. The petitioner has claimed that they are entitled to
develop the land, whereas Concord India Private Limited has stated that the petitioner is not entitled to
any relief since the memorandum of understanding was terminated. The arbitral tribunal passed an
award in favour of Concord India Private Limited dismissing the petition filed by the petitioner.
Aggrieved by the award passed by the arbitral tribunal, the petitioner filed a suit before the City Civil
Court at Bengaluru in 2019 challenging the said award and the said suit is pending for consideration
V. Material litigation and regulatory action pending against Blackstone Sponsor, its Associates and the
Blackstone Sponsor Group
As of March 31, 2023 Blackstone Sponsor, its Associates and Blackstone Sponsor Group do not have
any regulatory actions, criminal matters, or material civil/commercial litigation, i.e., in excess of USD
9.65 million (being 5% of the income of the Blackstone Sponsor for the calendar year ended December
31, 2022) pending against them.
VI. Material litigation and regulatory action pending against the Manager and its Associates
As of March 31, 2023 the Manager and its Associates (to the extent that such Associates are not
Associates of the Sponsors) do not have any regulatory actions, criminal matters, or other material civil/
commercial litigation pending against them. For the purposes of civil/commercial matters against the
Manager and its Associates (to the extent that such Associates are not Associates of the Sponsors),
matters involving amounts exceeding 5% of the revenue of the Manager for the Financial Year –2022-
2023 have been considered material.
A search under section 132 of the Income Tax Act was conducted on June 1, 2022 on the Manager,
Embassy REIT, certain SPVs namely VTPL, EOVPL, SIPL and EEPL, certain representatives of such entities
(collectively referred to as “Embassy REIT Entities”), the Embassy Sponsor, (including some
representatives of the Embassy Sponsor) and certain third-parties. Pursuant to the communication
received from the income tax authorities by the Embassy REIT Entities, requisite information has been
provided to the authorities. The Embassy REIT Entities have not received any demand or show cause
notice from the income tax authorities pursuant to such search proceedings
VII. Material litigation and regulatory action pending against the Trustee
As of March 31, 2023, the Trustee does not have any regulatory actions, criminal matters, or material
civil/commercial litigation, i.e., in excess of ₹12.32 million (Indian Rupees Twelve Point Three Two
Million Only) being 5% of the income of the profit after tax of the Trustee for the Financial Year 2022-
2023) pending against it.
Details of all direct tax, indirect tax and property tax matters against the Relevant Parties as of March
31, 2023 are as follows
Nature of case
Number of cases Amount involved (in ₹ million)
Nature of case
Number of cases Amount involved (in ₹ million)
20.1.2 Details of options or rights of pre-emption and other encumbrances, revenue pendencies and
any matters which may affect the property or its value
Please refer the final offer document, details of material litigations highlighted in section above, Embassy
Office Parks REIT (Embassy REIT) Annual Report FY 2021 – 22 and title reports for more details of the
same.
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20.2.10Embassy Galaxy
Source: Client
Source: Client
20.2.12Embassy One
Source: Client
Source: Client
Source: Client
Based on information provided by the Client, please find below the details of Statutory Approvals, One-
time Sanctions & Periodic Clearances.
Embassy Manyata
As per approval documents shared by the Client, it is understood that all requisite approvals and
occupancy certificates for the operational blocks have been received. The Client also has the sanction
plan for the entire development, hence for all the under-construction & proposed blocks, individual
approvals will be obtained as and when the development is initiated.
The details of the Occupancy Certificate for the respective completed blocks are shared by the Client and
the same has been reviewed by consultants and considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Date of
Status
Approval/NOC Authority Issue (DD-
(Applied/Received)
MM-YY)
Revised Development plan approval Received KIADB 29-08-19
Fire NOC Received Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services 06-12-17
Final Fire NOC Received Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services 05-08-21
The table below highlights the status of approvals for the under-construction/ proposed blocks
Block M3
Fire NOC Received (for Phase 1) Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services 27-01-2021
Fire NOC Received (for Phase 2) Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services 28-12-2021
Final Fire NOC Received Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services 30-06-2022
Embassy TechVillage
As per approval documents shared by the Client, it is understood that all requisite approvals and
occupancy certificates for the operational blocks have been received. The Client also has the sanction
plan for the entire development, hence for all the under-construction & proposed blocks, individual
approvals will be obtained as and when the development is initiated.
The details of the Occupancy Certificate for the respective completed blocks are shared by the Client and
the same has been reviewed by Consultants and considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
The table below highlights the status of approvals for the under-construction/ proposed blocks:
Parcel 8 (Office, Retail, 5 Star and 3 Star Hotel with Convention Center)
Express Towers
As per the review of the documents provided by the Client, we understand that all requisite approvals
along with Occupancy Certificate for all the operational floors have been received.
The details of the Occupancy Certificates for the respective blocks shared by the Client and the same has
been considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Date of Issue (DD-
Floor Numbers Authority
MM-YY)
B+2 floors Presidency Division Building & Construction Department, Bombay June 1971
3 to 12 floors Presidency Division Building & Construction Department, Bombay September 1970
13 to 15 floors Presidency Division Building & Construction Department, Bombay September 1970
16 to 24 floors Presidency Division Building & Construction Department, Bombay July 1970
Source: Occupancy certificate
Embassy 247
As per the review of the documents provided by the Client, we understand that all requisite approvals
along with the Occupancy / Completion Certificate have been received for the subject property.
The details of the Occupancy Certificates for the respective blocks shared by the Client and the same has
been considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
As per the review of documents provided by the Client, we understand that all requisite approvals along
with the occupancy / completion certificate have been received for the subject property.
The details of the Occupancy Certificate for the subject property are shared by the Client and the same
has been considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Embassy TechZone
As per the review of documents provided by the Client, we understand that all requisite approvals along
with the occupancy / completion certificate for the operational blocks have been received. The Client
also has the sanction plan for the entire development, hence for all the under-construction & proposed
blocks, individual approvals will be obtained as and when the development is initiated.
The details of the Occupancy Certificates for the respective blocks shared by the Client are mentioned in
the table below. The same has been considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Further, there are few floors for which occupancy certificate is yet to be received. For the purpose of this
valuation, we have assumed appropriate lease up time for such spaces taking into consideration the
minimum time required for attaining occupancy certificate.
The table below highlights the status of approvals for the under-construction/ proposed blocks
Date of
Status
Approval/NOC Authority Issue (DD-
(Applied/Received)
MM-YY)
Development Plan approval Received MIDC 20-01-20
Clearance from Pollution Control Board Received Maharashtra Pollution Control Board 07-09-20
Embassy Quadron
As per the review of documents provided by the Client, we understand that all requisite approvals along
with the occupancy / completion certificate for the operational blocks have been received.
The details of the Completion Certificates for the respective blocks which has been considered for the
purpose of the valuation exercise:
Embassy Qubix
As per the information provided by the Client, all requisite approvals for the operational blocks have
been received.
We understand that the Subject development has received Occupancy Certificates in parts. The details
of the Occupancy Certificates for the respective blocks shared by the Client are mentioned in the table
below. The same has been considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Embassy Oxygen
As per the review of documents provided by the Client, we understand that all requisite approvals along
with the occupancy/ completion certificates have been received for the completed blocks. The Client also
has the sanction plan for the entire development, hence for the proposed block, individual approvals will
be obtained as and when the development is initiated.
The details of the Occupancy/ Completion Certificates for the respective blocks shared by the Client have
been tabulated below:
Block Name Authority Date of Issue (DD-MM-YY)
Tower A New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) 21-01-11
Tower B New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) 21-01-11
Tower C New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) 03-07-12
Tower D New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) 21-01-11
Excluding 9th floor: 07-01-13
Tower E New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA)
Including 9th floor: 25-05-17
Tower F New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) 30-09-13
Tower 3 and Food Court New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) 29-11-18
Tower 2 New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) 06-03-20
Source: Information/ approval documents provided by Client;
Further, the details of approvals received for under construction tower are highlighted in the table below:
Date of Issue
Approval Authority
(DD-MM-YY)
Sanctioned Area Statement/
New Okhla Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA) 02-11-20
Building Plan Approval
State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority,
Environmental Clearance 26-08-19
Uttar Pradesh
Provisional Fire NOC Chief Fire Officer, Uttar Pradesh Fire Services 14-07-20
Height Clearance Airports Authority of India 04-10-17
Pollution NOC Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board 14-09-20
Structural Certificate Jamia millia Islamia Department of Civil Engineering 14-09-20
03-02-16
Soil Test Report Nagadi Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
16-02-16
LEED Gold Pre-Certification U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Tower 1: 22-03-2017
Post Construction Fire NOC Tower 1 : 10-10-2022
Source: Information/ approval documents provided by Client.
Embassy Galaxy
As per the review of documents provided by the Client, we understand that all requisite approvals along
with the occupancy/ completion certificates have been received for the subject development.
The details of the Occupancy/ Completion Certificates for the subject development shared by the Client
have been tabulated below:
Embassy GolfLinks
As per approval documents provided by the Client, all requisite approvals and occupancy certificate for
the operational blocks have been received. The Occupancy Certificates for the respective blocks have
been shared by the Client and the same has been considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Embassy One
As per approval document provided by the Client, all requisite approvals and occupancy certificate for
the office, retail and hotel area have been received as of date of valuation.
The details of the Occupancy Certificate for the subject property is shared by the Client and the same
has been considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Hilton at GolfLinks
As per approval documents provided by the Client, all requisite approvals and occupancy certificate for
the operational hotel has been received. The occupancy certificate for the development has been shared
by the Client and the same has been considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Date of Issue
Property Name Authority
(DD-MM-YY)
Hilton at GolfLinks Bengaluru Development Authority 30-11-11
Source: Approval documents provided by the Client
Embassy Energy
Based on the review of documents provided by the Client, we understand that all the requisite approvals
along with the Commissioning Certificates (issued by Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company Limited) have
been received for operating a ‘Solar Power Plant’ at the subject property.
The details of the Commissioning Certificates shared by the Client have been tabulated below:
Capacity Date of Letter Date of Commissioning
Authority
Commissioned (DD-MM-YY) (DD-MM-YY)
Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company
40 MW 07-02-18 23-01-18
Limited
Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company
60 MW 08-03-18 28-02-18
Limited
Source: Information/ Commissioning Certificates provided by Client
Please note that the above list of approvals is reflective of major approvals for each asset. Additionally,
as per details provided by the Client, it is understood that all the other requisite approvals/ clearances
have been obtained/ will be obtained in due course of time as and when applicable.
As per approval documents shared by the Client, it is understood that all requisite approvals for the
commencement of construction have been received. The Client also has obtained the sanction plan for
the part development in the subject property (i.e., Phase I ~ Philips Block). Hence, for all the under-
construction blocks, individual approvals have been received/applied for and will be obtained in
compliance with the completion timelines for the respective areas.
The details of the approvals have been shared by the Client and the same have been reviewed by the
‘Consultants’ and considered for the purpose of the valuation exercise:
Source: Information provided by the Client; Phase II - Design has been finalised and Site Mobilization work is currently under progress