Pune Residents Protest High Property Tax
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Pune Residents Protest High Property Tax

Residents of merged areas in Pune staged a protest against the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), demanding a rollback of the steep increase in property taxes. The protest, organized by various resident welfare associations, highlighted the disparity in tax rates between the old city limits and recently merged areas. The residents argue that they are being unfairly burdened with exorbitant taxes despite receiving inadequate civic amenities and services.

The merged areas, including villages and newly developed suburbs, have witnessed a significant surge in property tax rates since being brought under the PMC's jurisdiction. Residents claim that while their tax payments have skyrocketed, the quality of infrastructure and basic amenities remains subpar compared to the established parts of the city. Moreover, they criticise the lack of proper consultation or explanation from the civic body regarding the rationale behind the tax hike.

The protesters are demanding a reassessment of property tax rates based on the actual services and facilities provided in their areas. They assert that the current taxation policy is unjust and places an undue financial strain on the residents. Additionally, they are seeking transparency and accountability from the PMC in managing public funds and delivering equitable services across all areas under its jurisdiction.

The civic authorities are yet to respond to the protestors' grievances, but the demonstration underscores the growing discontent among residents over issues of taxation and municipal governance in Pune's expanding urban landscape.

Residents of merged areas in Pune staged a protest against the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), demanding a rollback of the steep increase in property taxes. The protest, organized by various resident welfare associations, highlighted the disparity in tax rates between the old city limits and recently merged areas. The residents argue that they are being unfairly burdened with exorbitant taxes despite receiving inadequate civic amenities and services. The merged areas, including villages and newly developed suburbs, have witnessed a significant surge in property tax rates since being brought under the PMC's jurisdiction. Residents claim that while their tax payments have skyrocketed, the quality of infrastructure and basic amenities remains subpar compared to the established parts of the city. Moreover, they criticise the lack of proper consultation or explanation from the civic body regarding the rationale behind the tax hike. The protesters are demanding a reassessment of property tax rates based on the actual services and facilities provided in their areas. They assert that the current taxation policy is unjust and places an undue financial strain on the residents. Additionally, they are seeking transparency and accountability from the PMC in managing public funds and delivering equitable services across all areas under its jurisdiction. The civic authorities are yet to respond to the protestors' grievances, but the demonstration underscores the growing discontent among residents over issues of taxation and municipal governance in Pune's expanding urban landscape.

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