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Sort waste at home for 10% property tax rebate: Ghaziabad

GHAZIABAD: Responding to protests regarding property tax after a recent ruling from the Allahabad High Court, the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) has introduced a series of rebates to alleviate the burden on its residents. During a board meeting on Saturday, GMC members approved a 10% property tax rebate for housing societies, institutions, and residents who segregate their waste at the source. This decision aligns with the implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, effective from April 1. Municipal commissioner Vikramaditya Malik Singh stated that the civic body currently offers a 20% rebate for timely tax payments. Furthermore, additional rebates…

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Post-HC Setback, Ghaziabad Residents Want Political Fix for Taxes

GHAZIABAD: The Allahabad High Court recently upheld the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation’s (GMC) decision to raise property taxes. Former councillors are now seeking political avenues to reverse this decision, while still considering a legal challenge. Rajendra Tyagi, a co-petitioner and former GMC councillor, mentioned they plan to approach the Supreme Court within the next 90 days to contest the ruling from February 25, although he expressed a preference for a political solution. “Going to the Supreme Court is a lengthy process. We prefer resolving it politically for the greater good,” Tyagi stated. The debate revolves around a new property tax structure…

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HC Affirms Ghaziabad Property Tax Hike as Lawful

GHAZIABAD: The Allahabad High Court has declined to interfere with the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation’s (GMC) decision to increase property tax. This ruling comes as a setback for residents, whose tax bills have surged by three to four times due to the revision. On Wednesday, a bench consisting of Chief Justice Arun Bhansali and Justice Kshitij Shailendra rejected a petition from three former GMC councillors, affirming that the corporation’s approach to setting minimum monthly rent rates (MMRR) and adjusting property tax accordingly was legally justified. The court stated, “We find no error in the determination of ‘MMRR’ nor any illegality in…

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Ghaziabad Extends Property Tax Rebate Deadline to December 31

GHAZIABAD: The municipal corporation has extended the deadline for the property tax rebate to December 31st from October 31st. Consumers can now benefit from a 20% rebate on property tax until this new deadline. After December, the rebate will decrease by 10%, available for another month. In January and February 2026, a 5% rebate will apply. Following this period, no rebates will be provided, and those paying property tax after March 2026 will incur fines for defaults. This marks the second extension of the deadline by the GMC amidst an ongoing court case in the Allahabad High Court concerning a…

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Ghaziabad Extends Property Tax Rebate for Another Month

GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation has extended the property tax rebate deadline by an additional month, allowing residents to take advantage of a 20% rebate until October 31. This deadline was initially set for July and was previously extended to September. A GMC official stated that the extension aims to maximize revenue from property taxes. “Following October, the rebate will decrease by 10%, which will be available for another month in November 2025. In December and January 2026, the rebate will be reduced to 5%. After that, no rebates will be offered, and those failing to pay property tax after…

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Protests Erupt Over Property Tax Notices in Ghaziabad

GHAZIABAD: On Friday, councillors of the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) organized a sit-in protest at the head office in Navyug Market due to increased property tax notices sent to residents, despite the board’s decision to repeal the proposal. The revised property tax rate took effect on April 1. GMC officials stated that the notice issuance is “system-generated.” They assured that any payments made concerning the increased tax would be adjusted to reflect the previous tax slabs. However, this explanation did not satisfy the protesters. Councillor Manoj Goyal remarked, “The GMC board’s meeting on June 30 unanimously decided to revert to…

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Ghaziabad DM Orders Review of Circle Rates Amid Tax Dispute

AI-generated Representative Image GHAZIABAD: Property prices in Ghaziabad may be set for another rise, as the district administration has begun a review of circle rates, potentially leading to adjustments later this year. District Magistrate Deepak Meena has instructed the stamp and registration department to perform a detailed analysis of government-notified land values, which are used to determine stamp duty. The findings are expected to be submitted within 15 working days. During a review meeting on Friday, Meena emphasized, “The survey needs to thoroughly evaluate all key factors affecting prices in residential, commercial, and agricultural areas. Any revisions will be based…

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Ghaziabad Reverses Property Tax Increase

GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) board has repealed its earlier decision to increase property tax in the city. The new tax structure, which took effect on April 1 this year, faced significant backlash from Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) and business groups, prompting councillors to urge the board to reconsider its stance. Mayor Sunita Dayal convened a special board meeting to address the matter. Following a spirited discussion, the board ultimately decided to rescind the tax hike. Notable figures in attendance included Ghaziabad MP Atul Garg and MLAs Sunil Sharma, Sanjeev Sharma, and Ajitpal Tyagi. Dayal stated, “The increased property…