The Real Estate Mafia: Uncovering the Dark Side of Hyderabad's CSK

Chimanlal Suresh Kumar, a textile trader turned real estate mogul, is under investigation for encroaching and selling lake land at Shastripuram, cheating hundreds of buyers out of crores.

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The Real Estate Mafia: Uncovering the Dark Side of Hyderabad's CSK
Real Estate:HYDERABAD In the Old City, CSK is not just a popular Indian Premier League franchise, but a name that sends shivers down the spines of many. Chimanlal Suresh Kumar, a textile trader in his late 50s, is allegedly part of a real estate mafia that has been accused of encroaching on the land of the Nizam era's Rukn-Ud-Dowla lake at Shastripuram.

According to sources, Suresh Kumar had purchased the lake land from Mohammed Khader and started a real estate venture on over 11 acres in a partnership with the King's Group. Before starting the venture, he got his men to fill up the lake over a period of eight years, according to one Anwar Kamal.

Suresh Kumar allegedly made over `400 crore by cheating hundreds of buyers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Chimanlal Suresh Kumar?

Chimanlal Suresh Kumar is a textile trader turned real estate mogul who is under investigation for encroaching and selling lake land at Shastripuram.

What is the alleged scam involving CSK?

CSK is alleged to have encroached on the land of the Nizam era's Rukn-Ud-Dowla lake at Shastripuram and sold it to hundreds of buyers, cheating them out of crores.

How much money did CSK allegedly make from the scam?

CSK allegedly made over `400 crore from the scam.

Who lodged a complaint against CSK with HYDRAA commissioner A.V. Ranganath?

Dr Lubna Sarwath, an activist-politician, lodged a complaint against CSK with HYDRAA commissioner A.V. Ranganath.

How many cases are CSK named in?

CSK is named in seven cases involving cheating, forgery, and threatening cases.

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