Pune land scam: Committee report on land deal tabled in assembly

Committee report on Pune land deal tabled in assembly; probe says `Parth Pawar beyond its scope`

The inquiry report on the Pune land deal was presented in the state legislative assembly. It stated that taking action against NCP leader (now Rajya Sabha member) Parth Pawar is beyond its scope, leaving any criminal investigation to the police.

After controversy erupted over the purchase of government land by a company where Parth is a partner, not only was the deal cancelled, but it turns out the firm will still have to pay stamp duty, as reported in November 2026.

The issue came to light after it was revealed that the plot belonged to the government and could not legally be sold, and the company was also exempted from paying Rs 21 crore in stamp duty.

Controversy revolves around 40 acres of government land

The controversy centres on the sale of 40 acres of government land in Pune's upscale Mundhwa area to Amadea Enterprises LLP, where Parth Pawar is a partner.

Following public outcry, the state government had set up a committee, headed by the Additional Chief Secretary (Revenue), to probe the matter and recommend measures to prevent such incidents in the future.