Mumbai BMC Recovers ₹243 Crore Property Tax from Govt Bodies, ₹22,000 Crore Still Pending
A recent RTI reveals that the BMC has recovered ₹243 crore in property tax from government agencies, but a staggering ₹22,000 crore in outstanding dues remains, including amounts owed by private establishments.
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The RTI was filed by Godfrey Pimenta, founder of the Watchdog Foundation, who sought detailed information on the recoveries from government agencies. According to the BMC’s response dated June 17, 2025, the corporation recovered ₹77.25 crore from the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA), ₹12.51 crore from the BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport), ₹73.68 crore from the state government, ₹36.55 crore from the Central government, ₹42.81 crore from market bodies, and ₹50 lakh from the Railways over the past five years.
Pimenta commented, “While the BMC takes strict action against private defaulters, including issuing notices, sealing properties, and conducting auctions, no similar action is taken against government agencies despite years of non-payment.” A senior civic official responded to these concerns, stating, “We regularly follow up with government agencies and have managed to recover some of the dues.”
Recently, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) requested the State Urban Development (UD) Department to instruct the BMC to waive property tax on temporary casting yards and Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) plants set up by Metro contractors. This request highlights the ongoing challenges in property tax collection from government projects and initiatives.
The BMC has identified several major property tax defaulters, including prominent real estate developers and government agencies. As part of its recovery drive, the civic body has been issuing notices to large defaulters. An auction of 25 properties belonging to those who have failed to clear their dues is scheduled to be held soon.
Despite the significant amount recovered, the BMC continues to face a substantial challenge in collecting the remaining ₹22,000 crore in outstanding dues. The civic body is exploring various strategies to enhance recovery, including legal action and increased public awareness campaigns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total amount of property tax recovered by the BMC from government agencies?
The BMC has recovered ₹243 crore in property tax from government agencies over the past five years.
How much property tax is still pending?
A total of ₹22,000 crore in property tax is still pending, including amounts owed by private establishments and government agencies.
Who filed the RTI request for this information?
The RTI request was filed by Godfrey Pimenta, founder of the Watchdog Foundation.
What actions has the BMC taken against private defaulters?
The BMC has taken strict actions against private defaulters, including issuing notices, sealing properties, and conducting auctions.
What is the MMRDA's request to the State Urban Development Department?
The MMRDA has requested the State Urban Development Department to instruct the BMC to waive property tax on temporary casting yards and RMC plants set up by Metro contractors.
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