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Over 160 unauthorized hotel units razed under High Court orders; action led by CEO Dr. Mahendra Kalyankar

Mumbai, November 3, 2025:
The Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) has carried out a major demolition drive against HDIL’s (Housing Development and Infrastructure Ltd.) unauthorized construction at Building No. 11, Motilal Nehru Nagar, Bandra (East), BKC. The action, initiated under the directives of the Hon’ble Bombay High Court, was led by SRA CEO Dr. Mahendra Kalyankar (IAS).

The crackdown targeted illegal hotel structures that had been constructed in violation of the approved building plan under the Slum Rehabilitation Scheme.

🔨 Demolition Conducted Under Tight Police Protection

The 10-storey building, including its ground floor, had been illegally modified to accommodate a hotel facility. According to SRA officials, illegal alterations across eight floors — comprising nearly 160 units — were demolished during the operation.

A large police contingent was deployed to ensure smooth execution of the drive, which continued for several hours amid tight security. Officials confirmed that the remaining unauthorized portions of the structure will be demolished in the following phase, scheduled to begin immediately.

⚖️ High Court-Mandated Action

The SRA clarified that the demolition was executed in strict compliance with Bombay High Court orders, which had directed the Authority to act against any unauthorized modifications in redevelopment projects within the BKC region.

Dr. Mahendra Kalyankar has been at the forefront of enforcing stringent measures against illegal constructions across Mumbai’s slum rehabilitation zones. The latest crackdown reinforces SRA’s zero-tolerance stance toward builders violating sanctioned plans under the Slum Rehabilitation Scheme.

🏗️ Shockwaves Across the Developer Community

The demolition drive has reportedly sent shockwaves through developers and contractors engaged in similar projects across Mumbai. SRA sources said this action should serve as a clear warning that deviations from approved layouts or attempts to commercialize rehabilitation projects will face strict legal consequences.

📊 SRA’s Ongoing Crackdown on Violations

In recent months, SRA has intensified its enforcement operations, targeting unauthorized constructions and fraudulent modifications in several redevelopment projects. The authority is also deploying technology-based monitoring systems and digitized building permissions to ensure transparency and accountability in slum redevelopment across Mumbai.

⚡ Key Highlights

  • Illegal hotel construction by HDIL at BKC’s Motilal Nehru Nagar demolished.
  • 160 unauthorized units across eight floors razed.
  • Action led by SRA CEO Dr. Mahendra Kalyankar (IAS).
  • Bombay High Court–mandated operation.
  • More demolition expected in the next phase.
  • Widespread impact on illegal builders and developers in the region.

Also Read: SRA issues 107 pre-monsoon work permissions

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