Lodha vs Lodha: The ₹5,000-Crore Battle for Real Estate Supremacy
Real estate developers Abhishek Lodha and Abhinandan Lodha are in the spotlight after a ₹5,000-crore lawsuit was filed by Macrotech Developers, led by Abhishek, against the House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL). The fight is about the use of the “Lodha” name.
What Is the Dispute About?
Macrotech Developers claims it owns the trademark "Lodha," built over 40 years with ₹1,700 crore spent on brand building in the last decade. They say HoABL is using the name without permission, which goes against a 2017 family agreement and a stricter deal in 2023.
Abhinandan Lodha argues that he was allowed to use the name for businesses like Lodha Ventures and Lodha FinServ, but not directly for real estate. The case will be heard on January 27.
Who Are the Lodha Brothers?
The Lodha brothers are sons of Mangal Prabhat Lodha, a politician and businessman. In 2015, the family business was split, with Abhishek leading Macrotech Developers and Abhinandan starting his ventures.
Abhishek Lodha’s Macrotech Developers
Macrotech Developers, also known as Lodha Group, is a major real estate company with projects in Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and London.
Notable projects:
- Palava City: A 4,500-acre township near Mumbai, expected to generate ₹8,000 crore per year.
- Expansion: Plans to enter Gurugram and Ahmedabad soon.
Abhinandan Lodha’s House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL)
HoABL, launched in 2021, focuses on land development and calls itself India’s largest branded land developer.
Key projects:
- Ayodhya Luxury Plots: Gained fame after the Ram temple ceremony.
- Land Buys: In 2024, HoABL acquired 352 acres across cities like Vrindavan, Shimla, and Varanasi.
Abhinandan believes investing in land for the long term can bring good returns.
What’s Next?
This legal fight will decide how the Lodha name can be used in real estate.
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