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Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) recorded its highest-ever property tax collection for the financial year 2025-26, crossing Rs 7,610 crore and surpassing its revised target of Rs 7,341 crore. The civic body achieved 103.7 per cent of its target, driven by strong recoveries and improved compliance. Among the top contributors, the K-East ward, covering Andheri East, emerged as the highest property taxpayer with collections of Rs 719.2 crore. It was followed by G-South ward, wh ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The BMC'S standing committee on Wednesday approved a cost escalation of over ₹2,000 crore of the Gargai dam project with a majority vote. The proposal to sanction ₹5,051 crores, a significant hike over the initial BMC estimate of ₹3,105 in 2020, was passed with a vote after the opposition questioned the move. The entire standing committee had on March 11 held back the escalation proposal of ₹5,396 crore, demanding an explanation for the escalation. Following the committee's refus ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 began in Bhopal on Wednesday, with the Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) launching strict enforcement across multiple wards. Special teams have been deployed to penalise violations, signalling a firm approach to improving waste segregation practices in the city. According to the BMC's Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) cell, despite the strict rollout, the success of the initiative will depend on how quickly infrastr ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The civic administration has introduced sweeping relaxations to fast-track the installation of piped natural gas (PNG) across Mumbai, facilitating the transition from LPG to piped cooking gas. The urgency arises from a crippling shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) used for cooking, due to the war in West Asia. PNG supply has so far not been disrupted for domestic consumers, with the state government mandating that residents make the switch from LPG to PNG in areas where piped gas ...Read More >
Mumbai: The K-East ward, which covers Andheri East, emerged as the highest property tax contributor in Mumbai for 2025-26, as the BMC recorded its highest-ever collection of Rs 7,610.9 crore.Civic data shows that K-East ward led with Rs 719.2 crore in collections, followed by G-South (Lower Parel and adjoining areas) at Rs 670.6 crore, K-West (Andheri West) at Rs 622.2 crore, H-East (Kalina and Bandra East) at Rs 577.8 crore, and H-West (Bandra West) at Rs 536.6 crore. Further, the western subur ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) is facing hurdles in the construction of public toilets in the city as local leaders and residents continue to oppose several proposed sites. According to BMC, despite receiving central funding under AMRUT 2.0 scheme, it has managed to finalise locations for only 50 of the planned 150 public urinal toilets across the city. The corporation has already floated tenders for 106 toilets, each estimated to cost Rs 4 lakh. These facilities a ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 1: Despite legal complexities, exemptions for 500 sq. ft. properties since 2022, and substantial revenue stuck in litigation, the BMC has exceeded its property tax collection target with a record-breaking performance. The Assessment and Collection (A&C) Department collected Rs 7,610.90 crore in the financial year 2025-26, surpassing the revised target of Rs 7,341 crore and setting a new all-time high. Notably, Rs 399.74 crore was collected in a single day on March 31, 2026, the hi ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Ashwini Bhide, 55, an IAS officer of 1995 batch, widely known as the 'Metro Woman of Mumbai' for spearheading the Aqua Line (Metro 3) and navigating challenges of land acquisition and resettling project affected people, has emerged as the front-runner for the post of commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Commissioner (BMC), the country's richest civic body. Bhide will become the first woman IAS officer to make it to the position, when she takes over from the current civic chief Bh ...Read More >
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has urged property owners to clear their dues within the next three days, with March 31 marking the deadline for property tax payment for the current financial year, officials said. Civic officials said that once the new financial year begins, an interest of 18% per annum will be levied on pending dues, significantly increasing the financial burden on defaulters. Property owners who have not yet paid their taxes have been advised to do so before the d ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a historic development, Ashwini Bhide has been appointed as the first woman Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in the 160-plus-year history of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Following her appointment, political leaders across party lines took to X (formerly Twitter) to extend their congratulations and express optimism about her tenure at the helm of the civic body. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis congratulated Bhide, highligh ...Read More >
Mumbai: A fire broke out in an industrial unit at Seepz Gate no. 2 in Andheri East on Wednesday morning. The officials of the Mumbai Fire brigade have extinguished the fire within half an hour. No injuries were reported in the incident, confirmed the fire officials. According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) Disaster Management Cell, the incident was reported at around 10 am in Vijay Nagar, near Sun City Hotel, within the MIDC area. The fire was confined to an industrial unit. ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a historic convergence of faith, administrative prowess and political leadership, Mumbai has entered a new era of governance. For the first time in its over 150-year civic history, the 'City of Dreams,' a city that derives its very name from the goddess Mumbadevi, is now being steered by an all-woman leadership at the helm of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Ashwini Bhide Takes Charge As 1st Woman BMC Commissioner At the centre of this transformation is Ashwini Bhide, w ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a historic development, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is witnessing an unprecedented phase of women-led leadership, marked by the appointment of Ashwini Bhide as its first woman Municipal Commissioner. The newly elected civic body, barely two months into its term, has seen women occupy several key leadership positions. Ritu Tawde, a BJP corporator from Ghatkopar, is serving as Mayor, while Kishori Pednekar represents the opposition as its leader from Shiv Sena (UBT). I ...Read More >
Mumbai: Mumbai's newly appointed Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide on Tuesday assured that the city will not face waterlogging this monsoon, as she took charge as the first woman chief of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Bhide assumed office from outgoing Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani and, in her first interaction with the media, stressed that pre-monsoon preparedness, especially desilting of drains, will be closely monitored. "Keeping the upcoming monsoon in mind, we will review ...Read More >
Mumbai: Fire Breaks Out In 7th Floor Flat Of Andheri West High-Rise, No Injuries Reported | File Pic (Representative Image) A fire broke out in a residential building in Diva in the early hours of Wednesday, causing concern among residents before being swiftly brought under control. Officials confirmed that no injuries or casualties were reported in the incident. According to the Disaster Management Cell of the Thane Municipal Corporation, the alert was received at around 1:54 am from the Diva ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Ashwini Bhide, who played a key role in the construction of the underground Metro in Mumbai, was Tuesday appointed the city's municipal commissioner, the first woman to head BMC in the history of the over-160-year-old corporation. The 1995 batch IAS officer retires in 2030, and thus could get a full three-year tenure as chief of the country's richest civic body. Known as a task master and said to be close to CM Fadnavis, Bhide, who was an additional chief secretary in the CMO, took charg ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: A state government amendment now allows the BMC to apply the Capital Value System (CVS) from 2010, helping it recover long-pending dues. Earlier, properties taxed on plot "potential" and many hoarding companies paid only 50% tax due to ongoing court cases. With this change, the BMC can now collect the remaining dues, estimated at Rs 252 crore from these companies. Background of tax dispute As per civic data, a total of 1,696 hoardings -- both small and large, including regul ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a major administrative reshuffle, Maharashtra government on Tuesday initiated transfers of 10 senior IAS officers. Lokesh Chandra, who was Chairman and Managing Director of Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company, has been posted as Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) in the Chief Minister's Office, replacing Ashwini Bhide, who has been posted as BMC commissioner.Vikas Chandra Rastogi, who was ACS (Agriculture), has been posted as ACS (Financial Reforms) in the Finance Departm ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: The BMC has collected record-breaking property tax for the financial year 2025-26 of Rs 7,534 crore as of 8.30 pm on March 31, surpassing its target of Rs 7,341 crore. The percentage of tax collection comes to 102% of the revised target. The deadline for paying the property tax online was 12 am midnight on March 31, and the corporation expects the percentage to increase. BMC surpasses revised target The BMC was confident of achieving 100% property tax collection for March 20 ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: As Ashwini Bhide, who has 31 years of experience in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), takes charge as the new civic commissioner of Mumbai, she is tasked with handling key infrastructure projects, pre-monsoon preparations, and other civic issues. Her appointment comes two months after the BMC elections, in which the BJP-Shinde Sena alliance won, and a month after the administration presented the massive budget of over Rs 80,000 crore. Track record of delivering key pro ...Read More >
Mumbai, Mar 31 (PTI) Senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Tukaram Mundhe was transferred by the Maharashtra government on Tuesday, his 24th posting in 21 years of career in bureaucracy. Considered an upright civil servant, Mundhe was among several IAS officers who were transferred by the government. These included Ashwini Bhide, Vikas Chandra Rastogi and Lokesh Chandra, officials said. Mundhe, currently Secretary in the Divyang Kalyan Department at Mantralaya, Mumbai, was transfe ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: In a significant relief to homebuyers and developers, the Maharashtra government has decided to keep Ready Reckoner (RR) rates unchanged for the financial year 2026-27, maintaining status quo across the state amid global uncertainties and rising construction costs. Consultations and industry feedback Officials said the annual rate-setting process involved consultations with construction professionals, document writers, and public representatives at the district level to ensur ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: A history was created in the 153-year-old Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Tuesday, March 31, as the country's richest civic body got its first woman commissioner. Senior IAS officer from the 1995 batch, Ashwini Bhide, took charge as the new Mumbai civic chief as the incumbent commissioner Bhushan Gagrani retired. Bhide is likely to get a full tenure until 2030. Appointment and background Bhide was serving as the Additional Chief Secretary at the Chief Minister's ...Read More >
Mumbai, Mar 31 (PTI) Senior IAS officer Ashwini Bhide, who played a key role in developing Mumbai's metro rail network, on Tuesday became the first woman commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) which was established more than 150 years ago. She took charge from senior bureaucrat and outgoing civic commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, who retired on Tuesday, at a ceremony at the BMC headquarters in south Mumbai in the evening. The Mumbai civic body, set up in 1872, is one of the o ...Read More >
Mumbai city (area under Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation or BMC jurisdiction) recorded 15,516 property registrations in March 2026, the highest monthly registration for March in 14 years, according to data from the Maharashtra Department of Registrations and Stamps analysed by Knight Frank India. The registrations in March 2026 generated over ₹1,492 crore in stamp duty revenue for the state exchequer. The registrations include both new sales and re-sales. On a year-on-year (Y-o-Y) basis, reg ...Read More >
Mumbai, Mar 31 (PTI) Senior IAS officer Ashwini Bhide was on Tuesday appointed as the first woman commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), an official said. She took charge from Bhushan Gagrani, who retired on Tuesday, at a ceremony at the BMC headquarters in south Mumbai in the evening. The Mumbai civic body, set up in 1872, is one of the oldest local self-governing bodies in India. The BMC has a rich legacy and heritage of more than 150 years, Bhide told reporters after ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a major administrative reshuffle, the Maharashtra government, on Tuesday, transferred 10 bureaucrats, government officials said. Lokesh Chandra, an IAS officer of the 1993 batch and Chairman as well as Managing Director of Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited, has been posted as the Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister in Mumbai. Ashwini Bhide, an IAS officer of 1995 batch and Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister, h ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: The BMC is confident to achieve 100% property tax collection for the financial year 2025-26, with 94.12% of its target already realised. According to civic officials, the BMC has collected Rs 6,910 crore, and penalty of Rs 274, against its target of Rs 7,341 crore as of the night of March 30, marking the highest-ever recovery at this stage of the fiscal year. Deputy Municipal Commissioner (Assessment & Collection) Vishwas Shankarwar stated that the remaining 6% is expected to ...Read More >
Mumbai: IAS officer Ashwini Bhide, known as the 'Metro Woman', has been appointed as the Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). She is the first woman to be appointed as the head of the richest municipal corporation in Asia. The announcement regarding this was made on Tuesday. Just a few days ago, she had been appointed as the Principal Secretary to the Maharashtra Chief Minister. Bhide will now head the BMC and will serve a full three-year tenure before her retirement in ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a landmark administrative reshuffle, the Government of Maharashtra on Tuesday appointed senior IAS officer of the 1995 batch, Ashwini Bhide as the Municipal Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). With this appointment, Bhide makes history as the first woman to lead India's richest civic body. The official order, issued by Subhash Umranikar, Joint Secretary to the Government of Maharashtra, confirms that Bhide will succeed Bhushan Gagra ...Read More >
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