Kamala Mills owner Ramesh Gowani has been granted bail after his plea was rejected by a magistrate court. The case involves allegations that Gowani cheated a land owner of Rs 20 crore, commercial properties, and flats worth Rs 67.50 crore. Gowani has denied the accusations, stating that he fulfilled his contractual duties and the complainant failed to do the same, leading to the termination of his right to develop under the SRA Act.
Kamala Mills Tragedy: Former Owner Granted Bail in Rs 67.50 Cr Fraud Case
Background
The Kamala Mills tragedy occurred on December 29, 2017, when a fire engulfed two rooftop restaurants, "1 Above" and "Mojo's Bistro," in Mumbai's Kamala Mills Compound. The fire claimed the lives of 14 people and injured dozens more.
The subsequent investigation revealed numerous safety violations and irregularities in the operation of the restaurants, including the use of flammable materials and overcrowded conditions. Several individuals were arrested, including the owners of the restaurants and the directors of Kamala Mills Ltd., the company that managed the compound.
Fraud Allegations
In a separate case, former Kamala Mills owner Ramesh Gowani was arrested in 2021 on charges of cheating and fraud. The allegations stem from a dispute over a land development project under the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) Act.
According to the complainant, Gowani cheated him out of Rs 20 crore, commercial properties, and flats worth Rs 67.50 crore. Gowani allegedly failed to fulfill his contractual obligations and terminated the complainant's right to develop under the SRA Act.
Bail Granted
On August 22, 2023, a Mumbai court granted bail to Gowani after his plea was rejected by a magistrate court. Gowani has denied the allegations and stated that he fulfilled his contractual duties.
Top 5 FAQs
1. What is the current status of the Kamala Mills tragedy case?
Several individuals have been convicted and sentenced for their involvement in the fire, including the owners of the restaurants and the directors of Kamala Mills Ltd.
2. What are the allegations against Ramesh Gowani?
Gowani is accused of cheating a land owner out of Rs 20 crore, commercial properties, and flats worth Rs 67.50 crore.
3. Has Gowani been convicted in the fraud case?
No, Gowani has been granted bail and the case is still ongoing.
4. What is the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) Act?
The SRA Act aims to improve living conditions in slums by providing incentives for private developers to construct new housing for slum dwellers.
5. What are the next steps in the fraud case against Gowani?
The case will proceed through the court system, and Gowani may face further proceedings.
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