# NMMC Clears Contractor in Subletting Investigation

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) concluded its investigation into allegations of subletting against Ajwani Infrastructure Pvt Ltd concerning a road concreting contract for the underpass from Bhau Sakharam Patil Chowk to Park Hotel in Sector 10, CBD Belapur. After reviewing the contractor's written explanation, NMMC found no substantial evidence to support the claims and cleared the contractor. This case underscores the importance of due process and evidentiary standards in municipal contract oversight, especially amid political scrutiny of contracts totaling approximately Rs 500 crore over the past three years.

- Procurement officials should ensure clear documentation and evidence when addressing subcontracting disputes to uphold contract integrity and avoid protracted investigations.
- Contractors and subcontractors must maintain transparent subcontracting practices to mitigate risks of allegations that could delay project execution.
- This situation highlights potential increased scrutiny of municipal contracts, suggesting procurement teams may need to prepare for more rigorous compliance and audit processes.
- Political and public interest in large-scale municipal contracts may influence procurement transparency and dispute resolution protocols moving forward.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 27, 2026

### Government Entities
- Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC)

### Vendors
- Ajwani Infrastructure Pvt Ltd (contractor)

### Sources
- [NMMC fails to provide evidence in support of its notice to a contractor over alleged subletting of civic contract | Navi Mumbai News - The Times of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/navi-mumbai/nmmc-fails-to-provide-evidence-in-support-of-its-notice-to-a-contractor-over-alleged-subletting-of-civic-contract/articleshow/134524266.cms) - The Times of India