In October 2005, a beaming Ranjan Das drove his family through the imposing gates of Uniworld City, a high-rise apartment block adding glamour to the imposing skyline of Delhi [ Images ] suburb Gurgaon. As the lift darted up to the 15th floor, the foursome couldn't contain their excitement. This was not just another apartment with swank facilities that they were going to see, but their own home. This would be their refuge after the rigours of daily life in a metro.