Panvel Municipal Corporation Intensifies Property Seizure Drive Against Tax Defaulters | File Photo
With just seven days left to pay property tax, the Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) has urged property owners to clear their dues immediately.
On March 24, PMC achieved a record single-day collection of ₹5 crore. The last date for payment is March 31, and PMC offices will remain open on Saturdays and Sundays to facilitate taxpayers.
An official stated, “The Bombay High Court has not granted any stay on property tax imposition in PMC’s jurisdiction. Owners must pay by March 31 to avoid a 2% penalty next financial year.”
Currently, 13 special recovery teams are working across PMC limits to collect dues. The corporation has issued: 447 pre-seizure notices, 27 warrant notices to defaulters.
PMC has intensified its crackdown, attaching properties of those ignoring notices and warning of strict legal action.
Citizens have responded positively, with daily collections averaging ₹3-4 crore over the past 15-20 days. The March 24 record of ₹5 crore reflects this momentum.
PMC oversees 3.5 lakh properties (residential, commercial, industrial). To streamline collections, the corporation has: Established dedicated zonal teams Launched online/mobile payment options, including: ‘PMC TAX APP’, Official portal (www.panvelmc.org)
Introduced a ‘Citizen Property Tax Payment Guide’ For queries, taxpayers can contact the toll-free helpline: 1800-5320-340. So far in 2024–25, PMC has collected ₹383 crore in property tax.
