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Bombay HC Orders Demolition of Ulhasnagar Tower Over Fraudulent Permits

MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court has upheld the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation’s order to demolish the 16-storey “Jhalak Paradise” building in Ulhasnagar, rejecting a petition from the developer and criticizing both the builder and civic officials for allegations of fraud and significant violations. Justices Kamal Khata and A.S. Gadkari mentioned that the petitioners had “clearly misled the Corporation and obtained approvals unlawfully.” The court further pointed out that the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation officials neglected to verify documents before giving permissions. Inconsistencies in the developer’s claims were noted by the bench. Although the petitioners referenced a 2021 report indicating that the plot…

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Ulhasnagar’s UMC Offers 100% Property Tax Penalty Waiver

ULHASNAGAR: The Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation (UMC) has initiated a special “Abhay Yojana” to alleviate the tax burden on citizens by waiving penalty charges on overdue property and water taxes for a limited time. This decision follows a request from MLA Kumar Ailani, who urged the civic body to introduce a relief scheme for residents struggling to meet their tax obligations. In response, Municipal Commissioner Manisha Awhale approved the scheme, which will be in effect from March 13 to March 16, 2026. During this period, citizens who settle their outstanding property and water tax dues in full will benefit from a…

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Ulhasnagar Civic Body Urges Citizens to Check Building Legality

ULHASNAGAR: To combat illegal constructions and safeguard homebuyers from fraud, the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation (UMC) is urging citizens to verify the legality of buildings before purchasing flats or commercial spaces. The UMC has stressed the importance of confirming whether a structure is authorized or unauthorized by consulting the Town Planning Department prior to finalizing property transactions. The appeal, signed by Additional Municipal Commissioner Dhiraj Chavan, highlights the ongoing issue of unauthorized constructions in Ulhasnagar, which negatively impacts the city’s reputation. Many developers construct and sell flats without the required permissions from the municipal body, often deceiving buyers. When the UMC…