Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has taken a decisive step in expanding its real estate and urban infrastructure footprint with the launch of Metropolis by MET City, a large mixed-use township in Jhajjar district, Haryana. Developed by Reliance MET City, the project reflects the conglomerate’s growing focus on integrated, self-sustained urban ecosystems within emerging growth corridors of the Delhi NCR.
Located in Daryapur, Jhajjar, Metropolis forms part of Reliance’s expansive 8,250-acre MET City, which already hosts more than 650 companies and supports over 40,000 jobs. The new development is planned across 140 acres, with the first phase covering around 100 acres, and will be executed in two phases. The project combines residential plotted development with industrial and commercial opportunities, reinforcing the live work–invest model increasingly favoured by large developers. A defining feature of Metropolis is its self-funded development structure. Unlike many real estate projects that rely on leverage or joint ventures, Reliance is financing the township entirely through internal resources, underscoring its long-term commitment to the region. This approach gives the company greater control over execution, timelines and design quality, while also insulating the project from interest rate volatility. Jhajjar’s emergence as a real estate and industrial destination has been supported by policy and infrastructure momentum. Improved connectivity via the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway, proximity to Gurugram and Delhi, and its designation under the Haryana Master Plan 2041 as an industrial-residential hub have enhanced its attractiveness. Government schemes such as the Deen Dayal Jan Awas Yojana and planned infrastructure projects, including the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor, are expected to further strengthen the region’s growth prospects.
Reliance MET City’s positioning gives it a competitive edge in this evolving market. While several developers have entered Jhajjar with plotted and township projects, Reliance’s scale, capital strength and track record of execution differentiate Metropolis from smaller, fragmented developments. The project’s pricing, reportedly ranging between Rs 99,000 and Rs 1.10 lakh per square yard, is aimed at both end-users and long-term investors seeking exposure to early-stage urban growth. However, the project is not without challenges. Integrated township development is inherently capital-intensive and requires sustained demand absorption over multiple years. Delays in public infrastructure delivery, competitive supply from other developers, and the cyclicality of the real estate sector could impact near-term traction. Additionally, Reliance Industries continues to deploy capital across diverse verticals such as digital services, retail and new energy, which could influence prioritisation over time.
Despite these risks, Metropolis aligns closely with Reliance’s broader strategy of long-duration asset creation and regional ecosystem building. If executed as planned, the township could play a pivotal role in shaping Jhajjar’s transformation into a significant residential and industrial node within NCR, while reinforcing Reliance’s position as a serious long-term player in India’s urban development landscape.
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