BJP MLA Raises Concerns Over BMC's Alleged Transfer Scam Resurfacing
BMC transfer row resurfaces as BJP MLA alleges 55 officials reposted to cancelled positions
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BJP MLA Mihir Kotecha has accused the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) of attempting to reinstate 55 officials to previously cancelled positions, raising concerns of a recurring transfer scam. This follows an earlier scandal where officials allegedly demanded large sums for transfers. BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhide has confirmed receipt of the complaint and will investigate.
- 01Mihir Kotecha alleges BMC is reinstating officials to positions from a previously cancelled transfer list.
- 02The earlier controversy involved senior officials allegedly demanding ₹25 lakh to ₹40 lakh for transfers.
- 03Positions in question include deputy chief engineer, chief engineer, and various municipal commissioner roles.
- 04Kotecha has urged BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhide to intervene before final approvals are granted.
- 05Three officials' approvals have already been cleared, raising urgency in addressing the issue.
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BJP MLA Mihir Kotecha has raised serious allegations against the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), claiming that it is attempting to reinstate 55 officials to positions that were previously cancelled due to a controversial transfer scandal. This issue resurfaces more than seven months after Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis intervened to halt the alleged scam, which involved senior officials reportedly demanding between ₹25 lakh and ₹40 lakh for transfers and promotions. Kotecha pointed out that the new transfer proposal, presented as a routine administrative action, includes many officials assigned to the same roles that were part of the October transfer list cancelled by Fadnavis. He specifically mentioned positions such as deputy chief engineer and assistant commissioners. Kotecha has formally alerted BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhide, urging her to take action before any final approvals are made. He noted that approvals for three officials have already been granted, indicating a pressing need to address these allegations. Bhide confirmed receipt of Kotecha's concerns and stated that the matter will be examined thoroughly.
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If these allegations are proven true, it could indicate a significant corruption issue within the BMC, affecting public trust and governance.
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