ED Seizes Rs 44 Crore Assets of Ex-VVMC Chief Anil Pawar in Illegal Construction Scandal
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached properties worth Rs 71 crore in a money laundering case involving illegal construction in Vasai-Virar, with Rs 44 crore of the assets belonging to former VVMC chief Anil Pawar.
EdVasaivirarIllegal ConstructionAnil PawarMoney LaunderingReal Estate MumbaiOct 14, 2025
The ED had previously filed charges against Pawar, deputy director of town planning Y S Reddy, and 16 others in connection with the construction of unauthorized buildings. The investigation led to the attachment of properties owned by the accused and builders who constructed 41 illegal buildings in Vasai-Virar, which were subsequently ordered for demolition by the High Court.
In August, the ED arrested Pawar, Reddy, and two others in the case, and they remain in judicial custody. The ED recorded statements from several builders and architects who admitted to paying bribes to Pawar, Reddy, and other VVCM officials to expedite the clearance of their building construction files.
Earlier, the ED seized Rs 8.6 crore in unaccounted cash and Rs 23.2 crore worth of jewellery from Reddy’s residence. Additionally, around Rs 1.3 crore in unaccounted cash belonging to Pawar was found at a relative’s premises, along with several property documents. The agency also gathered evidence that a relative of Pawar in Dadar had received a bribe of Rs 3.4 crore in cash, reportedly transported via an angadia.
The money laundering case is based on multiple FIRs linked to the unauthorized construction of 41 residential and commercial buildings on government and private land under the Vasai-Virar civic body. The buildings were demolished following a recent court order. This crackdown highlights the ED’s commitment to tackling corruption and ensuring the rule of law in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total value of properties attached by the ED in the Vasai-Virar illegal construction case?
The total value of properties attached by the ED in the Vasai-Virar illegal construction case is Rs 71 crore.
How much of the seized assets belongs to Anil Pawar?
Rs 44 crore of the seized assets belongs to Anil Pawar, the former chief of the Vasai-Virar City Municipal Corporation.
Who else was arrested in the case besides Anil Pawar?
Y S Reddy, the deputy director of town planning, and two others were arrested in the case along with Anil Pawar.
What evidence did the ED gather during the investigation?
The ED gathered evidence of bribes paid to officials, unaccounted cash, and valuable assets, including Rs 8.6 crore in cash and Rs 23.2 crore worth of jewellery from Y S Reddy’s residence.
Why were the 41 buildings demolished?
The 41 buildings were demolished following a court order due to their unauthorized construction on government and private land.
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