RCB eyes higher revenue by year-end
The Rawalpindi Cantonment Board (RCB) has achieved record revenue collection, surpassing its set target.
Revenue teams have been instructed to maintain momentum until June 30 for further recovery.
According to reports, from July 1, 2023, to March 25, 2024, the RCB collected Rs2.462 billion in revenue.
In contrast, during the current fiscal year, from July 1, 2024, to March 24, 2025, the board has already collected Rs3.253 billion, which is Rs790 million more than the previous year.
In terms of property tax, Rs1.087 billion has been collected so far, compared to Rs944 million last year, showing an increase of Rs143 million. The recovery of water charges has reached Rs252 million, up from Rs239 million last year.
Commercial rent recovery has seen Rs144.63 million, compared to Rs138 million the previous year.
In terms of parking fees, Rs33.35 million has been collected this year, a significant rise from Rs14.65 million last year.
For tower and antenna revenue, the amount collected is Rs46.33 million, up from Rs34.73 million in the previous year.
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