Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde seeks withdrawal of Rs 3 cr tender linked to official bungalow amid Oppn objections

Updated On: 05 August, 2026 06:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Ritu Tawde said the tender had been issued by the BMC's zoo department and was intended for works in the surrounding area, not for the Mayor's residence

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Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde stated that she had not sought any renovation or upgrade of the official residence. File Pic/X

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to withdraw a tender worth around Rs 3 crore for infrastructure and upgradation works near the Mayor's official heritage bungalow in Byculla, following objections raised by the opposition, reported the PTI.

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Ritu Tawde said the tender had been issued by the BMC's zoo department and was intended for works in the surrounding area, not for the Mayor's residence.