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Prayagraj to Launch OTS Scheme for Property Tax Defaulters on Aug 15

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) is set to launch a one-time settlement (OTS) scheme for outstanding house, water, and sewer tax dues from August 15 to December 15. Under this state government-approved scheme, property owners can clear their pending dues in three installments by submitting their applications between August 15 and November 14. Applications must include a 30% deposit of the total outstanding dues as the first installment within one month of applying. The remaining balance can be settled in two further installments. The benefits of the OTS program will be applicable only once the final installment is paid.…

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Prayagraj to Crack Down on Property Tax Defaulters

PRAYAGRAJ: The Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) is preparing to take stringent measures against numerous property owners who have been benefitting from civic amenities without paying property tax for several years. Officials disclosed that many building owners, including over 200 commercial entities like hotels, restaurants, and educational institutions, have not remitted any property tax despite multiple reminders. According to officials, these defaulters collectively owe approximately Rs 40–50 crore in unpaid taxes. Despite issuing notices for over a decade, these operators have continuously ignored the requests. Prime localities including Civil Lines, Katra, George Town, Mumfordganj, Sulemsarai, Phaphamau, and Teliarganj feature prominently on…