Brigade enterprises announced that M R Jaishankar, Executive Chairman of the company, has been honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at The Economic Times Real Estate Awards 2026. The recognition celebrates his exceptional contribution to India's real estate sector over four decades.

Award Recognition Details

The ceremony took place on December 25 in Mumbai, where industry leaders whose work has left a lasting impact on India's real estate landscape were celebrated. This honour recognizes Mr. Jaishankar's remarkable journey defined by vision, resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to shaping cities and communities.

Leadership Impact

Under Mr. Jaishankar's leadership, Brigade Group has grown into one of India's most respected real estate developers, creating spaces that reflect trust, quality and endless possibilities. His four-decade-long journey in the industry has been marked by continuous learning, growth, and memorable experiences.

Reflecting on the recognition, M R Jaishankar expressed his gratitude: "The last 40 years in the real estate industry have been with learning, growth, and truly memorable experiences. I am grateful to have been part of an industry that builds not just structures, but aspirations and communities. I would like to thank The Economic Times for this honour and for recognising our journey."

Company Achievement

This prestigious award adds to Brigade Enterprises Limited's list of recognitions and reinforces the company's position as a leading real estate developer in India. The Brigade family has extended its warmest congratulations to Mr. Jaishankar on this well-deserved accolade.

The announcement was made through a regulatory filing under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, dated February 26, 2026.

World Trade Center Bengaluru has made history by becoming India's first commercial building to achieve WiredScore Platinum certification, the highest possible rating for digital connectivity and smart technology infrastructure. The milestone achievement positions the brigade enterprises development as a premier destination for businesses requiring world-class digital infrastructure in an increasingly interconnected global economy.

Certification Details and Infrastructure

WiredScore, the real estate sector's leading certification company, awarded the Platinum rating after assessing WTC Bengaluru's comprehensive digital connectivity capabilities. The building demonstrates exceptional readiness to meet future demands of a tech-driven workforce while establishing a new benchmark for commercial real estate in the region.

Management Commentary

Nandakumar O P, COO Commercial at Brigade Enterprises Limited, emphasized the strategic importance of this achievement. "This certification for World Trade Center Bengaluru reflects our proactive approach to integrating cutting-edge technology into our commercial assets, ensuring tenants have access to the most reliable, high-speed connectivity to stay ahead in the digital world," he stated.

The certification demonstrates Brigade Group's conviction that robust digital infrastructure represents a fundamental requirement for modern enterprise rather than a luxury. The achievement reflects the company's forward-thinking design philosophy and ongoing commitment to providing tech-enabled environments that foster growth and seamless connectivity.

Industry Recognition

William Newton, CEO of WiredScore, praised Brigade Group's commitment to future-proofing the development. "By achieving WiredScore Platinum certification, Brigade Group has demonstrated its commitment to future-proofing World Trade Center Bengaluru for years to come in an increasingly competitive real estate landscape," Newton commented.

He highlighted how placing digital connectivity and smart technology at the center of their strategy enables Brigade Group to create first-class office environments for tenants while positively impacting urban dynamism.

About the Companies

Established in 1986, Brigade Group operates as one of India's leading property developers with close to four decades of expertise in building positive experiences for stakeholders. The company has developed landmark buildings across Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mysuru, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, and GIFT City, spanning residential, office, retail, hospitality, and education sectors.

WiredScore, founded in New York in 2013, sets global standards for technology within the built environment. The organization operates the internationally recognized WiredScore and SmartScore certifications for digital connectivity and smart building rating systems. Since expansion beyond the US, over 1 billion square feet of commercial and residential space has been committed to WiredScore certification, impacting 9 million people across 40 countries.