The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a warning to property owners regarding the payment of property tax for the financial year 2023-24. Here are the key points:
- Deadline: The deadline for paying property tax is May 25, 2024. Property owners are expected to clear their dues by this date.
- Stringent Action: The BMC has stated that it will take stringent action against individuals who fail to pay their property tax by the specified deadline. However, the exact nature of these actions has not been specified in the release.
- Double Taxation for Non-Compliance: In addition to the general warning, the BMC had previously decided to implement double taxation for shops and establishments that do not display signboards in Marathi language or Devnagari script. This measure was set to be enforced from May 1.
- Appeal for Compliance: The BMC has appealed to citizens to fulfill their obligation of paying property tax within the stipulated deadline.
It’s important for property owners in Mumbai to ensure timely payment of their property tax to avoid potential penalties or other consequences.