Embassy Developments awards ₹850 crore contract to Leighton Asia for Embassy Citadel
Embassy Developments has awarded a construction contract worth over ₹850 crore to Leighton Asia for its Embassy Citadel project in Worli, Mumbai. The ultra-luxury residential project spans 1.6 million sq. ft. with an estimated GDV of ₹8,800 crore, featuring 316 residences and two triplex mansions.

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Embassy Developments has awarded a construction contract valued at over ₹850 crore to Leighton Asia for the Embassy Citadel project in Worli, Mumbai. The contract covers the complete civil and structural works package for the ultra-luxury residential development, marking the company's strategic expansion into Mumbai's residential market.
Project Overview
Located on Dr. Elijah Moses Road, the Embassy Citadel project is a single-tower development spanning approximately 1.6 million sq. ft., with an estimated gross development value of around ₹8,800 crore. The development will comprise 316 residences across 3, 4, and 5-bedroom configurations, along with two exclusive triplex mansion homes. The tower will rise approximately 300 metres and feature about 1 lakh sq. ft. of amenities across seven lifestyle floors and a 79th-floor Sky Lounge.
The following table summarises the key parameters of the Embassy Citadel project:
| Project Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name: | Embassy Citadel |
| Location: | Worli, Mumbai |
| Contract Value: | Over ₹850 crore |
| Gross Development Value: | ~₹8,800 crore |
| Total Area: | ~1.6 million sq. ft. |
| Residential Units: | 316 residences + 2 triplex mansions |
| Tower Height: | ~300 metres |
Leadership Statements
Parag Saraiya, Chief Operating Officer – North & West, Embassy Developments Ltd., highlighted the project's focus on engineering precision and construction quality, noting that Leighton Asia's global expertise in delivering complex high-rise developments made them a natural partner for the project. Juan Santamaria, Chief Executive Officer of ACS Group and HOCHTIEF and Executive Chairman of CIMIC Group, noted that the award demonstrates the group's capability in delivering high-rise residential developments, emphasising their experience in complex urban environments and commitment to safety and quality.
Design and Consultants
The project has been designed in collaboration with an international consultant team, including ADA Architecture, STX Landscape Architects, Studio HBA, and Thornton Tomasetti.
Source: https://lodr-files.dhan.co/lodr-inputs/Company/INE069I01010/291ce32f46f74a86.pdf
Historical Stock Returns for Embassy Developments
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +8.01% | +16.13% | -5.50% | -2.34% | -42.53% | -40.01% |
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