K-East ward (Andheri East) emerged as highest property tax contributor in Mumbai for 2025-26 with Rs 719.2 crore collected. BMC recorded highest-ever total collection of Rs 7,610.9 crore, surpassing revised target of Rs 7,341 crore (103.7% achievement).

Top five wards by collection:

• K-East (Andheri East): Rs 719.2 crore
• G-South (Lower Parel and adjoining areas): Rs 670.6 crore
• K-West (Andheri West): Rs 622.2 crore
• H-East (Kalina and Bandra East): Rs 577.8 crore
• H-West (Bandra West): Rs 536.6 crore

Regional breakdown:

• Western suburbs: Rs 3,721.3 crore
• Island city: Rs 2,102.6 crore
• Eastern suburbs: Rs 1,457.4 crore

On March 31 alone, Rs 399.7 crore collected as single-day record. Additional Rs 301.1 crore collected as penalties.

Success attributed to sustained recovery drives, targeted action against large defaulters, improved payment systems, civic facilitation centres open on weekends and public holidays, and strengthened online payment options.

Property tax levied on over 10 lakh properties across Mumbai and is BMC's single-largest revenue source. Around 3.6 lakh properties exempt as carpet area under 500 sq ft (policy since 2022). BMC recently passed notice seeking to increase exemption limit for residential units from 500 sq ft to 700 sq ft.

Subhash Ghai, in partnership with Crest Ventures Limited and Mukta Arts, leased a commercial property in Andheri West registered in July 2025. Property: 7,500 sq ft (697 sq m) in Crest Mukta complex. Lease terms: 60 months starting at Rs 3.38 lakh monthly with 5% annual escalation, ending at Rs 4.11 lakh in final year. Total projected rental income: Rs 2.24 crore over five years. Registration: stamp duty Rs 57,500, registration fee Rs 1,000, security deposit Rs 24.66 lakh. Location benefits: proximity to international airport, Western Express Highway, metro, and railway station. Ghai also purchased a premium apartment in Bandra West for Rs 24 crore in February 2025.

Between 2021 and H1 2026, available residential inventory fell 74% in South Mumbai, 24% in Navi Mumbai and 19% in Thane. Western Suburbs inventory rose 29%, while Peripheral Western inventory increased 240%, driven by new launches, metro connectivity and township supply, according to Anarock’s report on MMR’s real estate transformation. Navi Mumbai demand was supported by Atal Setu and NMIA; Thane by township sales and infrastructure upgrades. South Mumbai’s decline reflected limited launches and redevelopment-led absorption.

Across MMR, supply was 6,66,598 units, sales 6,93,855 and available inventory 1,73,103. The region spans 6,355 sq km and has a population of 27 million. Maharashtra Societies Welfare Association chairman Ramesh Prabhu said MMR’s current housing supply meets demand, but cluster redevelopment, especially in South Mumbai, could increase supply relative to demand over the next four-five years and stagnate prices.

Micro-markets listed: Vasai, Palghar, Mira Road East, Virar, Naigaon East; Malad West, Borivali East and West, Andheri East and West; Panvel, Taloja, Kharghar, Ulwe, Vashi; Byculla, Parel, Mahim, Girgaon, Worli; Dombivali, Bhiwandi, Kalyan West and East, Badlapur East; Pokhran Road, Majiwada, Kolshet Road, Ghodbunder Road; Chembur, Mulund West, Bhandup West, Vikhroli, Ghatkopar East.

A 4 BHK luxury residence at Chandak Sarvam in JB Nagar sold for ₹10 crore all-inclusive, marking one of the highest transactions in the Andheri East residential market. Chandak Sarvam, developed by Chandak Group, spans approximately 3.5 acres with 2, 3, and 4 BHK units featuring landscaped areas, lifestyle amenities and recreational spaces. Located near Metro, Western Express Highway, Mumbai International Airport and major business districts. JB Nagar, traditionally a commercial and transit-oriented location, is building a stronger residential identity. The area offers established social infrastructure, accessibility to employment centres, and limited quality developments, attracting homebuyers seeking convenience near the city's commercial zones.

Mumbai BMC undertakes maintenance of 2,400-mm Vaitarna water pipeline August 11-12, 10 am to 10 am.

K-East ward (Andheri East): Low-pressure supply August 11, 2 pm-5:30 pm in Kabir Nagar, Bamanwada, Parsiwada, Airport area, Tarun Bharat Colony, Islampura, Deulwadi, Fish Market, Ghativada, Chakala, P&T Colony; 5 pm-10 pm in Koldongri, Old Police Lane, Vijay Nagar (Sahar Road), Mograpada. August 12, Sahar Village, Sutar Pakhadi, Cargo Complex 5 am-8 am.

H-East ward: Complete shutdown August 11 in Domestic Airport, Hangar Staff Colony, Air India Colony, Santacruz East, Bandra Terminus, Bandra-Kurla Complex. August 12, entire H-East including Santacruz East, Khar East, Bandra East.

BMC advises residents to store water in advance, use judiciously, boil and filter drinking water for next few days.