ULHASNAGAR: The Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation (UMC) has initiated a special “Abhay Yojana” to alleviate the tax burden on citizens by waiving penalty charges on overdue property and water taxes for a limited time.
This decision follows a request from MLA Kumar Ailani, who urged the civic body to introduce a relief scheme for residents struggling to meet their tax obligations. In response, Municipal Commissioner Manisha Awhale approved the scheme, which will be in effect from March 13 to March 16, 2026.
During this period, citizens who settle their outstanding property and water tax dues in full will benefit from a waiver on penalty charges. Officials believe the initiative will incentivize residents to clear their outstanding balances.
According to UMC officials, residents paying their total outstanding property tax alongside the current demand for the fiscal year 2025–26 will receive a 100% waiver on the delayed penalty amount.
MLA Kumar Ailani previously communicated with the municipal administration and discussed the necessity of such a scheme with Commissioner Manisha Awhale. Leaders from various political parties also voiced their support for this relief initiative.
Ailani expressed gratitude towards Commissioner Awhale for prioritizing citizens’ well-being by implementing the Abhay Yojana.
Mayor Ashwini Nikam has called on residents to take full advantage of this scheme during the specified period, emphasizing that those with outstanding dues should settle them to receive benefits.
The mayor cautioned that failure to clear dues within the designated timeframe may result in strict administrative actions from the municipal corporation in the future.
The UMC encourages residents to cooperate by paying their pending taxes, aiding in enhancing the municipal body’s financial resources for ongoing development projects in the city.
