Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been issued a notice by the Jharkhand State Housing Board over the alleged commercial use of his residential plot in Ranchi.
According to the official notice, a pathology laboratory is reportedly operating from the property that was originally allotted to Dhoni strictly for residential purposes. The housing board has initiated a probe into the matter after receiving claims that the plot — identified as H/10A — is being used in violation of the terms and conditions of its allotment.
Board Seeks Response From Dhoni
The housing authority has asked Dhoni to submit his response, terming it a “final opportunity” to clarify his position regarding the alleged misuse of the property. The notice further states that failure to respond within the stipulated timeframe could result in a recommendation for cancellation of the allotment.
Dhoni was allotted the residential plot in 2006 during the tenure of the then Jharkhand government, at a time when he was rapidly rising as a key figure in Indian cricket.
‘Neuberg Supratech’ Lab Under Scrutiny
The controversy reportedly gained attention after claims surfaced that a laboratory operating under the name Neuberg Supratech is functioning from the premises in question.
The housing board is currently examining whether the alleged commercial activity violates the original allotment agreement, which restricts the property’s use to residential purposes only.
No Official Response Yet
As of now, Dhoni has not publicly responded to the notice or the allegations. It remains unclear whether the former skipper owns or directly manages the operations reportedly taking place on the premises.
The matter is expected to progress based on Dhoni’s reply and the findings of the housing board’s ongoing inquiry.
Dhoni, one of India’s most celebrated cricketers and a World Cup-winning captain, continues to enjoy immense popularity across the country. However, the present issue places the spotlight on regulatory compliance concerning property allotments made under government schemes.
Further developments are awaited as the probe continues.