Pune Police Raid Parents’ Home of Sheetal Tejwani While Probing Massive Land Scam
Pune
Pune Police raided the residence of Sheetal Tejwani’s parents to seize documents linked to the ongoing investigation into the multi-crore Mundhwa land scam.
Pune, December 05, 2025 – The Pune Police investigation into the Mundhwa land scam intensified after officers carried out a raid at the home of accused broker Sheetal Tejwani’s parents. The search was focused on retrieving documents believed to be connected to the disputed land transaction that has now grown into one of the city’s most high-profile real estate fraud cases. According to police sources, the team was looking for original papers, agreements, financial records and any proof that could help establish how the deal was executed.
Tejwani was arrested earlier this week for allegedly playing a key role in arranging the transfer of nearly 40 acres of land at a massive undervaluation. The land, estimated to be worth around ₹1,800 crore, was reportedly sold for only about ₹300 crore. Police believe forged documents and manipulated ownership records were used to make the transfer appear legitimate. The land in question is linked to old Mahar Watan holdings, which carry restrictions on sale and transfer under law.
Investigators say the raid at the parents’ home was necessary because they suspect important documents may have been moved or hidden. Officers seized files, digital devices and paperwork that will now be examined to determine whether they contain evidence of illegal transactions. The search also aimed to understand whether others in Tejwani’s circle were involved in facilitating or benefiting from the deal.
The case has attracted major attention because the buyer of the disputed land is connected to a prominent political family. This angle has intensified public interest and increased pressure on the police to conduct the investigation without compromise. Officials maintain that the probe is being handled independently and that every transaction linked to the land will be examined.
Court proceedings earlier this week revealed that the prosecution believes the financial trail linked to the ₹300 crore transaction has not been fully accounted for. Investigators are now trying to track where the money went, who received it and whether additional shell companies or middlemen were used to disguise the flow of funds. Tejwani’s custodial interrogation is expected to continue as police work to identify all individuals involved in the larger network.
The raid marks a significant step forward in the case, as investigators hope to bridge several gaps in the chain of evidence. Experts say the case could expose deeper systemic issues in Pune’s land dealings, including misuse of heritage-category properties, gaps in land-record verification and manipulation of revenue-department processes.
For property buyers, the unfolding events serve as a warning about the risks of purchasing land with unclear titles or historical restrictions. Police have urged citizens to verify land categories, past ownership and permissions before entering into major deals. They also noted that scams of this scale do not happen overnight and often rely on a coordinated effort between brokers, insiders and record-keepers.
As the investigation expands, more raids and summons are expected. The Economic Offences Wing continues to analyse seized documents, and officials say further arrests are possible once the paper trail becomes clearer. The city is watching closely, waiting to see how deep the alleged scam goes and who else may be held accountable.
