Mumbai: BMC Recovers Rs 21.63 Crore from Property Tax Defaulters, Seizes Assets

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has intensified its action against property tax defaulters by seizing and restraining the properties of two private developers due to non-payment of outstanding dues. The civic body's Assessment and Collection Department has collected Rs 21.63 crores in dues and penalties from two defaulters.

Despite repeated notices and follow-ups, these property owners failed to clear their tax obligations within the stipulated 21-day deadline. As a result, BMC has taken strict measures, including the seizure of land parcels, residential and commercial buildings, shops, and industrial units. The crackdown is being carried out under the directives of BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, Additional Commissioner (City) Dr. Ashwini Joshi, and Deputy Commissioner (Assessment & Collection) Vishwas Shankarwar. The administration has urged all property owners to pay their dues on time to avoid legal and financial consequences.

Among the defaulters, Sumer Build Corporation Pvt. Ltd. owns a land parcel in Mazgaon (E Ward). The BMC had issued a demand notice on February 11, 2025, but after failing to receive payment within 21 days, the corporation initiated seizure proceedings under Sections 203, 204, 205, and 206 of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888. If the company does not pay its outstanding dues of ₹18.01 crore, the BMC will proceed with the auction of the land.

Similarly, R.R. Developers owns a property in Gavanpada, Mulund (T Ward). The demand notice for unpaid property tax was issued on April 30, 2024, but no payment was made within the stipulated period. Following the provisions of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, the BMC has begun seizure proceedings. If the developer fails to clear the pending dues of ₹3.62 crore, the land will be auctioned.

The BMC has consistently urged property owners to comply with tax regulations and avoid legal action. However, as non-compliance continues, the civic body has started taking stringent action, including property seizures and auction proceedings, to recover pending dues.