Chandigarh MC Extends Property Tax to Government Buildings

• The BJP-led Chandigarh Municipal Corporation (MC) has approved extending the property tax hike to government buildings, pending UT approval.
• Opposition parties criticized the tax exemption for government buildings, which owe ₹ 250 crore in unpaid taxes.
• BJP councillors unanimously supported the proposal to impose the same tax hike on government buildings.
• The MC also approved a steep hike in parking fees and penalties for unpaid water bills, amidst opposition walkouts.
• Controversy arose as BJP councillors distributed sweets, leading to accusations of insensitivity from Congress and AAP.

Source: Hindustan Times, Hindustan Times