What’s Happening at 32nd Avenue, Gurugram? Investors Protest, Safety Notices and Operational Troubles

Gurugram’s once-vibrant 32nd Avenue lifestyle and commercial complex — especially in Sector 15-II — has become the centre of a growing controversy, with investors protesting non-payment of assured rentals, regulatory notices over safety violations, and multiple outlets shutting operations amid ongoing legal and financial issues. There has been a recent resurgence in interest in the issue due to a video that has been shared on Instagram. The video was made by someone who used to enjoy her time at 32nd Avenue, lamenting his experience regarding a place that was once bustling but is now barren and "off." The emotional response from this video, however, only serves to illuminate some of the underlying tensions concerning rent defaults.

Investor Grievances and Protests

It is learnt that some investors’ groups were found gathered outside the property with banners, requesting information on the unpaid assured rentals. It is learned that the promised returns are not being paid for the past few months. While some blame the developer — whose presence on social media has sparked speculation about relocation plans — others say the project’s fundamentals were weaker than marketed. Many investors claim they were attracted by glossy images of bustling restaurants, high footfall and a “glamorous vibe.” However, they say this did not match reality: upper floors remained empty, actual tenant demand was low, and income streams were insufficient to sustain rentals without heavy subsidisation by the developer.

Legal and Safety Scrutiny 

The site is also under scrutiny by local authorities. The District Town Planner (Enforcement) reportedly issued a show-cause notice with a deadline of December 17, 2025, calling for correction of major building and safety violations, including blocked fire exits and unauthorised construction modifications. Such violations, if not addressed, may result in sealing, partial closing, or other enforcement measures. Though the property has yet to be sealed off or demolished, the notices and the subsequent pressure have served to create more challenges for the project. The food and entertainment spots, such as the Melt House, which shut its doors in July 2025, have even closed, thus reducing the activities in the area.

Why the Trouble?

Industry experts point out that commercial real estate performance depends on actual demand, tenant quality, location viability, and operational planning, instead of aesthetics or projected lifestyle branding. Projects sold on the promise of “assured returns” can collapse when rental streams never materialise organically. In such cases, the developer initially makes up shortfalls from internal funds, but this becomes unsustainable when tenants do not materialise.

Furthermore, unsettled safety and compliance issues may affect the confidence enjoyed by tenants, visitors, and regulators.

Current Outlook and Advice

32nd Avenue remains functional to some extent, yet the general atmosphere has moved from expansion to confusion. As dissatisfaction rises for investors and enforcement continues for regulators, clarity remains key for rentals, compliance, and demand for tenants.

Investors or visitors are cautioned to make sure they get the latest details of their operation or legal status to make proper decisions concerning visiting or making investment in the property. Commercial real estate professionals emphasize the need to judge the location, tenant ecosystem, transparency, compliance as opposed to emotional appeal or “buzz.”