**Mithun Chakraborty Faces Showcause Notice from BMC Over Alleged Unauthorized Construction**
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a showcause notice to actor Mithun Chakraborty regarding the alleged unauthorized construction of a ground and mezzanine floor at his property in Malad. A mezzanine floor is typically a partial level situated between two full floors.
In his response, Chakraborty stated that the notice is part of a broader BMC initiative in the Erangal area of Malad, where his premises are located. He asserted, “I have no illegal or unauthorized constructions. Notices have been sent to various properties in the vicinity, and we are responding accordingly.”
The showcause notice, dated May 10, warns Chakraborty of potential prosecution under Section 475A of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, which addresses penalties for failing to remove unauthorized constructions. The notice specifically cites two ground floor units with mezzanine levels and three temporary 10×10 units built using a mix of brick masonry, wooden planks, glass partitions, and AC sheet roofing, all reportedly constructed without the necessary permissions.
The BMC has given Chakraborty a week to respond to the notice, asking him to explain why the unauthorized structures should not be removed, altered, or demolished, or why the use of the premises should not be restored.
As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how the actor will address the allegations and what implications this may have for his property in Malad.
**FAQ**
**What is the basis of the BMC’s notice to Mithun Chakraborty?**
The BMC’s notice is based on allegations of unauthorized construction at Chakraborty’s Malad property, specifically concerning a ground and mezzanine floor, which were reportedly built without the necessary permissions.
