Bengaluru's prominent shopping destination, Mantri Mall, has made a partial payment of its substantial property tax dues to the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP). The mall management has cleared Rs 6.5 crore of their outstanding tax liability, according to recent developments.
Substantial Outstanding Dues Remain
Despite this significant payment, the mall continues to face a massive outstanding tax burden. Corporation estimates indicate that Mantri Mall's total property tax dues amount to approximately Rs 30 crore. This partial payment represents only a fraction of the complete amount owed to the municipal corporation.
History of Enforcement Actions
The popular shopping center has encountered multiple sealing actions by BBMP authorities due to its consistent failure to clear property tax obligations. These enforcement measures have been implemented on several occasions as the civic body attempted to recover the substantial dues from one of Bengaluru's largest commercial establishments.
The recent payment of Rs 6.5 crore was confirmed in late November 2025, though it provides only temporary relief in the ongoing dispute between the mall management and municipal authorities. The case highlights the challenges faced by civic bodies in collecting taxes from major commercial properties in the city.
Ongoing Resolution Efforts
While the partial payment demonstrates some progress in resolving the long-standing issue, the remaining Rs 30 crore liability continues to be a matter of concern for BBMP. The corporation maintains its position that full payment is necessary, and further enforcement actions cannot be ruled out if the complete dues are not settled promptly.
The situation at Mantri Mall serves as a significant example of the property tax collection challenges faced by municipal corporations across Karnataka, particularly involving high-value commercial establishments in prime locations like Bengaluru.
