G. R. Khairnar

Former Deputy Commissioner, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

Indian Pimpalgaon (w), Nasik, Maharashtra, India

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Quick Info

ProfessionFormer Deputy Commissioner, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth14/04/1942
Age84 years
BirthplacePimpalgaon (w), Nasik, Maharashtra, India

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameGovind Ragho Khairnar
Earned NamesDemolition Man, Bombay Bulldozer
Known forHis fight against corruption and illegal buildings in Mumbai

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColourBlack
Hair ColourGrey

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityBhikusa Yamasa Kshatriya College of Commerce, Nasik, Maharashtra
Educational QualificationGraduation (Honours)

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

Wife/SpouseAshalata Khairnar
Children
  • Son-1
  • Daughter- Sangita Khairnar (a superintendent (accounts) in the finance department of Indian Airlines)
Parents
FatherRagho Khairnar
SiblingsElder Brother(s)- 2 (twins)

Career

Highlights
  • Joined Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) in 1974
  • Appointed as Deputy Commissioner of BMC in 1988
  • Gained fame for demolishing illegal buildings linked to powerful individuals
Key Actions
  • Demolished luxury properties linked to underworld figures
  • Took strong action against illegal buildings and land encroachments
Challenges
  • Faced political controversies and was suspended in 1994
  • Accused of overstepping authority but later reinstated
Notable Works
  • Authored autobiography 'Ekaki Zunj'
  • Worked against human trafficking and prostitution

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Grew up in a poor farming family with no educated members
2. Received 'Ideal Student' award during college days
3. Worked with social activist Anna Hazare for some time
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