Glossy drone videos of plots surrounded by houses and greenery are common in Tamil Nadu real estate ads. But often, these videos are misleading — shot at a different location or edited to hide flood zones, encroachments, or lack of approvals.
What Is Drone Video Fraud?
- Using aerial footage to make a plot look more attractive.
- Sometimes, videos are shot at neighboring approved plots while selling unapproved ones.
- Roads, parks, and infrastructure shown may not exist in reality.
Why It Matters in Tamil Nadu Real Estate
- Drone videos can misrepresent location.
- Buyers may be tricked into paying advance without seeing approvals.
- Fraudsters use this to push unapproved layouts.
How to Spot Fake Drone Marketing
- Cross-check landmarks in video with Google Maps.
- Ask for survey number and layout approval number.
- Verify on the ground — never rely only on video.
Regulations
- TNRERA requires clear disclosure of project location and approval status.
- Misrepresentation can attract penalties under the RERA Act.
Common Mistakes
- ❌ Believing “video = reality.”
- ❌ Paying advance based on videos alone.
- ✅ Always demand layout sketch + approvals.
Practical Tips
- Visit the site physically. If you cannot visit the property personally, arrange for a trusted person to inspect the site on your behalf.
- Verify approvals before payment.
Conclusion
Drone videos may look glossy, but they’re no substitute for verification. In Tamil Nadu, the safest investment is the one backed by Patta, EC, FMB, and layout approval, not by aerial marketing and physically visiting the property. You can entrust such services to Verified Realestators who would do these verifications plus do site visits to conform the credibility of the property.