KMC has listed some of the clubs it plans to crack the whip against. According to mayor Bikash Bhattacharya, although these clubs have been doing roaring business, the civic body has not been getting its share of revenue. Besides, some clubs have been building amenities without sanction from the KMC.

Dakshin Kalikata Sansad (DKS) is a case in point. Located at Deshapriya Park, it is one of south Kolkata’s better known large parks. An angry Bhattacharya said the club had broken all rules to create wealth and special amenities for its 1,200-plus members. He looked visibly angry when he spoke about DKS setting up a bar and a beauty parlour without informing KMC.

“As the club authorities managed to get a licence from the excise department, they went ahead and set up a bar for their members, keeping us in the dark. Similarly, DKS did not obtain permission from KMC to convert one of its rooms into a beauty parlour. Now, we want to shut down both the bar and the parlour,” Bhattacharya said, adding that notices would be served on the club to shut these facilities.

The mayor said the DKS authorities were crying foul as KMC was about to take stern action against them. “I have been getting calls from VIPs and influential people, requesting me not to take any drastic action against the club. However, I have told them that KMC would be guided by civic rules only.”