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Time of India
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
MC doesn't plan to spend a rupee on parking pass rollout in Chandigarh
1 2 Chandigarh: In a move aimed at simplifying parking and boosting revenue without spending a rupee, the Chandigarh municipal corporation (MC) has fast-tracked a proposal to roll out monthly parking pass system for all paid parking lots across the city. The plan? Rs 500 for four-wheelers and Rs 250 for two-wheelers — one pass, unlimited access. To make this happen, the MC plans to partner with a bank that will handle the tech side of things — from payment gateways to app development — ensuring a smooth, tamper-proof system. Senior MC officials, including the municipal commissioner and representatives from the parking and engineering wings, recently met with bank officials to fine-tune the proposal. The plan includes issuing stickers to pass holders, allowing them to enter parking lots without the hassle of collecting slips. Non-pass users will continue with the traditional ticketing system. The initiative is expected to be discussed and approved in the upcoming General House meeting later this month before being rolled out citywide. A senior MC official said, "We're offering a citywide pass at a very reasonable rate. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like あなたの家の適正価格を知ろう HOME4U 詳細 Undo A survey is already underway, and about 70% of respondents have shown interest. We're optimistic about the response." The passes will be available both online and at e-Sampark centres for public convenience. The selected bank will also develop a mobile app to streamline the process and prevent misuse. The Numbers Behind the Move According to MC estimates, around 5 lakh four-wheelers and 1 lakh two-wheelers use paid parking lots in Chandigarh every month. Even if just 50,000 commuters opt for the new pass, the MC could generate Rs 30 crore annually — a significant jump from the current monthly profit of Rs 50 lakh. Currently, the MC sells around 5,000 passes a month, each valid for just one parking lot at ₹420. The new system promises not just convenience for commuters but a major revenue boost for the city — all without additional expenditure.
Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Chandigarh residents asked to Pay property tax by May 31 to avail rebate
May 08, 2025 08:48 AM IST Municipal commissioner Amit Kumar on Wednesday urged the city residents to pay property tax by May 31 to enjoy rebate of 10% on commercial and 20% on residential properties. Chandigarh MC chief asked all the property owners to check their current demand along with arrears on the official e-Sampark portal and urged them to ensure timely payment of property tax within the stipulated rebate period in order to avail the applicable rebate benefits. (HT Photo) 'The property tax rate on commercial and industrial properties has been revised from 3% to 5% of the Annual Rateable Value (ARV) and has only increased by two times on residential lands and buildings. At present, in Chandigarh, approximately 31,000 properties are assessed under commercial property tax, while around 1.08 lakh properties fall under residential property tax,' Kumar said. He said that residential property owners can avail a 20% rebate, while commercial property owners receive a 10% rebate by paying their property tax through any mode of payment during April 1 to March 31, Cheque and DD mode are acceptable upto March 25. The last revision in the property tax structure was done in the year 2020. The commissioner further said that these revisions are a significant step towards ensuring enhanced revenue generation, improved service delivery and greater financial autonomy for the MC. The demand notices, reflecting the current year property tax and applicable arrears, are currently being issued to all the owners of commercial, industrial, institutional, government and residential land and buildings. He appealed all the property owners to check their current demand along with arrears on the official e-Sampark portal and urged them to ensure timely payment of property tax within the stipulated rebate period in order to avail the applicable rebate benefits.
