Thane: A shocking case of builder fraud has come to light in Titwala, where a 54-year-old widow, Kausumbi Shekh, has alleged that builder Imran has cheated her out of her hard-earned money. Kausumbi had saved some money for her family’s upkeep and came into contact with the builder in 2001, lured by the promise of a cheap house in Titwala. She paid Rs. 1.70 lakh as a down payment for a house worth Rs. 3 lakh.
The builder promised to give her a house in the Tower Bunglow area of Baneli, which was slated for demolition due to a national highway project. The builder showed her another option, but those houses were also demolished due to the highway project. This has left Kausumbi and others with an unfulfilled dream of owning a home. Kausumbi has been demanding that the builder return her money, but he has refused to do so and is not answering her calls.
Kausumbi’s family is now facing a series of illnesses, and relatives are demanding money from her. Kausumbi has demanded action from the administration to take strict action against builders who cheat people. “It’s essential for the administration to resolve such cases to maintain the reputation of Titwala city,” she said. The administration needs to take strict action in such cases to maintain the city’s reputation and people’s trust.
The Titwala builder scam is a wake-up call for homebuyers to be cautious when dealing with builders. People should investigate any builder before dealing with them and ensure that the builder has a good reputation. The administration should also keep a watch on builders who cheat people. By taking these steps, we can prevent such cases and protect the interests of homebuyers.
