Pimpri Chinchwad, 20th March 2026: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has collected over Rs 80 crore in property tax dues within 20 days of launching its тАШAmnesty SchemeтАЩ, with 27,840 defaulters availing of the scheme so far.
The scheme, introduced on March 1, offers a 90% waiver on late payment charges for those clearing their pending property tax in one go. It will remain in force till March 31.
Civic officials said the scheme has received a strong response from citizens. Between March 1 and March 20, a total of 27,840 property owners cleared their dues, contributing over Rs 80 crore. Under the scheme, a concession of Rs 19.15 crore in penalties has been granted.
Overall, more than five lakh property owners have paid Rs 830.05 crore in property tax so far this financial year, officials added.
PCMC commissioner Vijay Suryawanshi said тАЬSome property owners are yet to clear their dues. They should pay the pending amount in full before March 31 to avail the 90% rebate on penalties.тАЭ
Mayor Ravi Landge said the response reflects citizensтАЩ trust in the civic administration. тАЬThe scheme aims to provide financial relief to taxpayers by offering substantial concessions on late fees. Those yet to pay should avail of the scheme before the deadline,тАЭ he said.
To facilitate payments, the civic body has decided to keep tax collection centres open even on public holidays, including Ramzan Eid (March 21), Ram Navami (March 26) and Mahavir Jayanti (March 31), as well as weekends. Centres will function from 10 am to 5 pm, while online payment options are also available.
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