The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has commenced demolition action against alleged unauthorised constructions at Rustomjee Crown, a luxury residential complex in Mumbai. According to reports from NDTV India, the action covers 128 flats at the residential project located in the Crown Mill Compound. The case centers on alleged encroachment of common and open spaces around the lifts, with some flat owners reportedly incorporating these shared areas into their apartments, resulting in unauthorised construction. The project, built on the site of the former Crown Mill compound, has 720 apartments in three towers, with industry sources confirming that around 128 flats are being targeted by Mumbai's civic body for unauthorised construction.
The allegedly encroached space is estimated to have a market value of more than ₹250 crore. As reported by NDTV India, property prices in the affected portion are reportedly above ₹1 lakh per square foot. The matter came to the BMC's attention after RTI activist Santosh Daundkar filed a complaint, alleging that owners of 128 flats had occupied common areas around the lifts in violation of the rules. Recent market data shows that Rustomjee Crown attracts significant pricing both in ready and re-sold stock, with prices trading at up to ₹84,000 per square foot, according to recent listings.
The action reportedly includes flats associated with Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Sanjay Rathod and his wife Sheetal Rathod. According to NDTV India, former Maharashtra minister Deepak Kesarkar's flat is also covered, with Kesarkar said to occupy the apartment on a monthly rent of ₹4.20 lakh. The flat of Samadhan Sarvankar, son of MLA Sada Sarvankar, has also reportedly been included in the action. Besides politicians, flats linked to senior bureaucrats and prominent businesspersons are also reportedly under scrutiny. The project has attracted significant attention due to its proximity to both the local business district and newer business districts such as the Bandra Kurla Complex, making it favoured by figures in the financial services industry, corporates and consultants.
Following the complaint, the assistant commissioner of the BMC's G-South ward took cognisance of the matter and ordered action against the alleged unauthorised structures. As reported by NDTV India, Rustomjee Crown has three high-rise towers, each standing 63 floors tall. Two of the buildings have received Occupancy Certificates from the BMC. The BMC's action has brought one of Mumbai's high-profile luxury residential projects into the spotlight over allegations of unauthorised construction. The demolition action was carried out under the G-South ward office of the BMC, with the structures targeted including those in common areas around lifts.
According to a statement from Rustomjee shared with NDTV, the construction was undertaken in accordance with the plans sanctioned and approved by the competent authorities. The developer stated that it complies with all necessary norms and regulations and has received Occupation Certificate. Rustomjee confirmed it has been fully cooperating with the authorities and has provided all necessary details and information sought by them. The company has also been engaging with the members of the building and encouraging them to undertake the necessary corrective measures, wherever required. The project remains one of the most prominent luxury developments in the Lower Parel-Worli-Prabhadevi region, with senior bureaucrats such as SEBI chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey also residing in the luxury project.
