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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has intensified its crackdown on property tax defaulters, carrying out attachment action on multiple properties in the Kamala Mills area to recover pending dues exceeding Rs 14.22 crore.

The action was taken against properties owned by Ramesh Ghamandiram Govani and M/s Gaurav Investment during a joint operation conducted by the Assessment and Collection Department along with the G South Ward.

As part of the enforcement drive, officials attached seven units, including an office, parking area, internet centre, and a Tata Power substation. The civic body also disconnected the water supply to the premises as part of the punitive measures.

Civic Body Steps Up Recovery Drive Ahead of Deadline

The operation was conducted under the guidance of Additional Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Joshi and led by senior officials from the Assessment and Collection Department.

Civic authorities stated that the action forms part of a larger initiative to accelerate the recovery of pending property tax dues before the financial year-end deadline of March 31, 2026.

In addition to the principal outstanding amount of Rs 14.22 crore, the defaulters also owed an additional Rs 67.25 lakh in pending dues. The civic body initiated attachment proceedings after the dues remained unpaid within the stipulated timeframe.

Strict Action Warned for Non-Payment Before March 31

The municipal administration has issued a stern warning to property owners across Mumbai, stating that failure to clear property tax dues for the financial year 2025–26, along with arrears, will result in strict penal action, including attachment and seizure of properties.

Ashwini Joshi urged all defaulters, as well as property owners who have not yet paid their current year taxes, to settle their dues before the March 31 deadline to avoid coercive measures.

Extended Timings Announced to Facilitate Payments

To ensure convenience for taxpayers, the civic body has extended the operating hours of Civic Facilitation Centres. These centres will remain open on March 26, 28, and 29 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and on March 30 and 31 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 midnight.

Officials said the extended hours are aimed at enabling citizens to complete their payments on time and avoid enforcement action as the deadline approaches.