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Sarita Bose
posted on 13 MayRaheja Krishna's 'green areas' are a scam.
Visited Raheja Krishna Housing Scheme last week, and honestly, the 'green areas' thing is a total joke. Brochures mein toh lagta hai pura jungle hai, but site pe it felt like small, decorative patches of grass surrounded by concrete. Everyone talks about builder reputation and amenities but no one warns you about the actual 'green space' scam. Matlab, is this normal for Gurugram projects? My parents keep stressing about open space for kids, but yahan toh lagta hai bas ek checkbox tick kiya hai. It barely feels like actual usable open space for residents, more like landscaping for show. For the price hum pay kar rahe hain, I expected more than just 'decorative' greenery. Change my mind, but I think builders are just selling a dream.
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U11, pictures might not fully convey the feeling of usability, but I can tell you from visiting other projects that maintenance of these 'decorative' green spaces is often an afterthought. They look good for a few months, then become neglected. What happened with the original poster, did you consider other options after seeing Raheja Krishna?
Absolutely, U13. It's all about the balance. The original poster mentioned parents stressing about open space. What did you end up deciding, OP? Did you find any project in Badshahpur or Baharampur Naya that actually delivered on its green promises?
U12, that's a valid point. Pictures are one thing, but the actual experience is another. The reality is, with current market conditions in Gurugram, land is expensive, and builders are under pressure to deliver within budgets while maximizing profits. Green spaces often get sacrificed or minimized. It's a sad truth that many projects, especially in the affordable segment, prioritize density over expansive open areas. The 'green areas' become more about aesthetics for property value than actual utility for residents. It's a trade-off buyers often have to make, but it shouldn't be so misleading.
U3, you hit the nail on the head. It's completed, what you see is what you get. I personally know someone who booked a unit in Raheja Krishna a couple of years ago, and they're constantly complaining about the lack of usable open space. They thought the brochure images were actual representations of the green areas for kids and general recreation. But it's mostly pathways and small, manicured lawns that aren't meant for playing. The price range, from ₹13 L to ₹25 L, feels steep for what's delivered in terms of community living amenities. My friend even mentioned that the RERA documents, while showing 'green areas', didn't specify the usability clearly enough. It's a lesson for all of us to scrutinize every detail.
U6, that's really concerning. Do you or your friend have any recent pictures of the green areas from Raheja Krishna? It would be really helpful for those of us still looking, to see the actual condition. Visual proof speaks volumes more than brochure images. Also, how is the overall maintenance of these common areas there?
So true. Always ask for the actual site plan with dimensions, not just pretty pictures. And visit multiple times, at different times of the day, to see how people actually use the space. Sometimes, what looks green is just a boundary wall with creepers.
This is a common issue even in projects along Airport Road (Gurgaon side). Builders use vague terms like 'landscaped gardens' or 'green pockets' which sound good on paper but translate to minimal, non-functional spaces. My cousin bought a flat there, and he faced the same problem. The kids have nowhere to run around freely. It's all about maximizing construction area and minimizing common usable space to save costs. We, as buyers, need to push for clearer definitions and actual dedicated play areas.
This is exactly why I'm so hesitant to buy. The original post perfectly captures my anxiety. Raheja Krishna is completed, right? So there's no hope for them to add more green space later. I remember looking at their RERA number 21 listing, and the plans showed decent open areas. But if it's like this on site, it's a huge letdown. For a project with 1660 units and a price range up to ₹25 L, this is seriously misleading. Families with kids need proper play areas, not just pretty landscaping. It's a basic need, not a luxury.
Yaar, this is my biggest fear! Are all Gurugram projects like this? We're looking at something in the ₹15-20 L range, and every brochure shows lush green parks. Is there any way to verify this before booking? My parents are really pushing for a place with proper open space for my kids. Kya karein?
Sahi keh rahe ho U5. It's a marketing gimmick. And to answer U2, no, not all projects are *that* bad, but you need to be super vigilant. Look for projects with a good track record, even if it means stretching your budget a little. Sometimes older, established societies have better green spaces than new ones. Don't fall for the 'pre-launch discount' trap if you haven't seen the actual ground reality.
U2, unfortunately, yes, it's quite common. Builders often just meet the minimum FSI (Floor Space Index) requirements for green areas, which translates to decorative patches. I've seen it in so many projects, even supposedly premium ones. You have to physically visit the site, not just the sample flat, but the actual plot and look at the master plan very carefully. Don't trust the renders at all.
Totally agree with this! My wife and I visited a project near Basai last month, and the 'amenity space' was literally a glorified footpath with a few potted plants. Builders just put these fancy renders in brochures to attract first-time buyers like us. It's so frustrating to see the reality.