Pune: Beware of Property Tax Rebate Scams in Pune Municipal Corporation
Following a series of job scams, Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) residents are now being targeted by fraudsters offering false property tax concessions. The civic body has warned citizens to be vigilant and pay taxes only through authorized channels.
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According to officials, several complaints have been received claiming that intermediaries and self-styled agents are approaching citizens with assurances of reducing property tax bills, clearing arrears, or offering special rebates in exchange for cash payments. The PMC has clarified that no such authority has been granted to any individual or agent.
“Some people are misleading citizens by claiming they can reduce property taxes or waive arrears, and in return, they demand money. The Municipal Corporation has not granted any such rights to middlemen. Citizens should not fall prey to these fraudulent offers,” said Avinash Sapkal, Deputy Commissioner, Property Tax Department, PMC.
The civic administration has also warned that if anyone engages in financial transactions with such fraudsters, PMC will not be held responsible for the loss.
PMC has appealed to citizens to pay their property tax only through authorized channels, such as:
PMC Citizen Facilitation Centers
Bank of Maharashtra
ICICI Bank
Cosmos Bank
Janata Sahakari Bank
PMC’s official online payment system
Payments can be made via cash, cheque, demand draft, or online transactions, but only against an official receipt issued by the Corporation.
Officials urged citizens to remain vigilant, avoid dealing with unauthorized agents, and report any suspicious attempts to the administration immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new form of fraud reported in Pune?
The new form of fraud involves fraudsters luring residents with offers of property tax concessions and waivers in exchange for cash payments.
What should citizens do if approached by unauthorized agents?
Citizens should avoid dealing with unauthorized agents and report any suspicious attempts to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) administration immediately.
Where can citizens pay their property tax safely?
Citizens can pay their property tax through authorized channels such as PMC Citizen Facilitation Centers, Bank of Maharashtra, ICICI Bank, Cosmos Bank, Janata Sahakari Bank, or PMC’s official online payment system.
What are the payment methods accepted by the PMC for property tax?
The PMC accepts payments via cash, cheque, demand draft, or online transactions, but only against an official receipt issued by the Corporation.
Will the PMC be held responsible if a citizen loses money to a fraudster?
No, the PMC has warned that it will not be held responsible for any financial losses incurred due to transactions with unauthorized agents.
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