Senior Advocate Arun Kathpalia Acquires ₹69 Crore Bungalow in Delhi’s Golf Links Area
Senior advocate Arun Kathpalia and his wife Shalini Kathpalia have acquired a bungalow in the upscale Golf Links area of Delhi for ₹69 crore, according to property documents accessed via CRE Matrix. The transaction, registered involves a 763 square yards property (6,867 sq ft plot area) with a built-up area of 6,254 sq ft. The Kathpalia family paid a stamp duty of ₹4.14 crore as part of the deal.
Golf Links is known for its proximity to the Supreme Court and other key legal institutions, making it a preferred location for senior advocates and high-net-worth individuals. The area, part of the Lutyens’ Bungalow Zone (LBZ), has become home to numerous legal professionals and top lawyers. This recent purchase adds Kathpalia to a list of prominent legal figures who reside in the vicinity, such as former Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi and former Additional Solicitor General Vikas Singh.
The bungalow previously belonged to the Gupta family, who had been looking for the right buyer for 2-3 years. Real estate experts have described this as a “value deal,” highlighting the rising demand for properties in Golf Links and nearby areas like Jor Bagh. Rohit Chopra of Southdelhiprime.com noted that Golf Links continues to attract buyers looking for prime locations close to legal and government institutions.
Kathpalia's purchase follows a trend of high-value property transactions in the area. In February 2023, Vasudha Rohatgi, wife of Mukul Rohatgi, bought a 2,160-square-yard bungalow in Golf Links for ₹160 crore. Businessman Bhanu Chopra, founder of RateGain, also acquired a bungalow in the area for ₹127.5 crore in the same year. In 2021, Sunil Vachani, Chairman and Managing Director of Dixon Technologies, purchased a 1,250-square-yard bungalow in Golf Links for ₹170 crore.
Properties in the Lutyens’ Bungalow Zone are highly coveted but come with specific regulations due to the area's heritage status. Construction is tightly controlled, with strict norms on height, floor-area-ratio, and reconstruction, making space limited in this prime location. However, some bungalows in the area boast carpet areas of over 10,000 sq ft.
The Golf Links area continues to be a key destination for those seeking luxury residences in Delhi, attracting prominent figures from various fields, including law, business, and politics. The presence of such high-profile residents further elevates the prestige of the neighborhood, making it a prime address for those with discerning tastes in real estate.
