BMC Takes Strong Action Against Property Tax Defaulters in Mumbai
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched a strict drive against property tax defaulters in Mumbai, issuing seizure notices to several property owners. This action follows repeated warnings that failed to prompt payment from major defaulters.
According to an official statement, the Mumbai civic body has targeted owners of plots, residential-cum-commercial buildings, commercial premises, and industrial units. The action is aimed at protecting honest taxpayers, speeding up tax collection, and ensuring steady revenue for civic services, infrastructure, and development projects across the city.
The BMC has issued seizure notices under Section 203 of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act to those who have deliberately avoided paying property tax despite having sufficient financial capacity. These notices warn that if dues are not cleared within the stipulated time, the property will be seized and, if necessary, auctioned, officials said.
Despite multiple appeals and follow-up notices, many property owners continued to delay payment. Therefore, the BMC has begun strong enforcement measures, including the seizure and attachment of properties. This includes plots, residential-cum-commercial buildings, commercial premises, and industrial units.
The action is being carried out under the directions of Municipal Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, Additional Municipal Commissioner (City) Dr. Ashwini Joshi, and guidance from Joint Commissioner (Tax Assessment & Collection) Vishwas Shankarwar. Authorities have repeatedly urged defaulters to pay dues within the deadline to avoid penalties and legal action. However, the administration has now initiated stringent action against those who still fail to comply.
The BMC’s Tax Assessment and Collection Department collected Rs 5,426.81 crore in property tax from 1 April 2025 to 4 February 2026. The civic body has launched an extensive two-month campaign to further improve collections and ensure compliance.
Defaulters are being issued notices under Sections 203, 204, 205, and 206 of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act. If taxes remain unpaid after the deadline, the BMC will seize movable and immovable property and proceed to auction it. The BMC has also stated that if dues are not recovered from the property, the civic body may auction the property as per the interim order of the High Court in Petition No. 2592/2013.
The BMC released a list of the top ten property owners targeted in the recovery drive on February 10, 2026. The outstanding amounts are as follows:
1. Messrs Kamla Mills (G South Ward) – Rs 12.01 crore 2. Messrs Sumer Corporation Chandivali Farms (L Ward) – Rs 11.98 crore 3. Messrs Transcon Sheth Creators (P North Ward) – Rs 11.98 crore 4. Messrs Formost Realtors Pvt Ltd (H East Ward) – Rs 11.91 crore 5. Messrs Shri Sai Group (K West Ward) – Rs 11.31 crore 6. Messrs Accord Builders (L Ward) – Rs 11.20 crore 7. Messrs Sumer Corporation Chandivali Farms (L Ward) – Rs 10.63 crore 8. Messrs Amir Parks & Amusement Pvt Ltd (P South Ward) – Rs 9.56 crore 9. Messrs Imtiaz Abdul Gaffar (K West Ward) – Rs 2.54 crore 10. Aminullah Zahidullah (H West Ward) – Rs 2.51 crore
This drive is expected to significantly improve the city's revenue collection and ensure that all property owners contribute their fair share to the development and maintenance of Mumbai's infrastructure and services.
