India, Oct. 4 -- Everyone knows that regular exercise is important. We know we should go to the gym, follow a fitness routine and lose weight, but many of us struggle to stay committed. The moment we pay a trainer, however, the commitment often becomes more serious. The same applies to healthy eating. We know we should follow a better diet, but paying a dietitian often makes us more accountable.

For real estate companies, going public can have a similar effect. The question is not simply whether a developer needs money, but whether the discipline, accountability and scrutiny that come with an initial public offering (IPO) can make the business stronger.

That was the central discussion at a session on IPOs at CREDAI NATCON 2026, the thre...