Pune Municipal Corporation Struggles with Bounced Property Tax Cheques
Pune, 25th July 2025: Over 1,530 property tax cheques submitted to the Pune Municipal Corporation have bounced, leaving a staggering ₹14 crore in unpaid dues.
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Despite multiple payment options, including cash, online transfers, cheques, or RTGS, many taxpayers still prefer submitting cheques for large amounts. However, these bounced cheques, due to insufficient funds in the issuers’ bank accounts, have triggered penalty notices from the municipal authority.
In total, the undeposited cheques amounted to ₹29.30 crore, spanning the current fiscal year (2025-26). Notices and SMS alerts were issued to all concerned taxpayers. Following this, 882 individuals cleared their dues along with penalties, collectively paying ₹15.28 crore.
Despite the follow-ups, 648 taxpayers have yet to settle their dues, remaining in default even after receiving notices and messages.
According to Avinash Sapkal, Deputy Commissioner of the Property Tax Assessment and Collection Department, “The cheques issued by these property owners were returned unpaid by the banks. Notices were sent to them, and they were also informed via SMS. We are now recovering the base tax amount, a penalty for cheque bounce, and interest for delayed payment from these individuals.”
“The Municipal Corporation’s Property Tax Department had a target of ₹3,250 crore in revenue for the year, and has already achieved ₹1,500 crore within 2.5 months,” he said.
Key Facts:
– Approx. 1,530 cheques bounced due to insufficient funds.
– Total value of bounced cheques: ₹29.30 crore.
– Citizens who paid (including penalty): 882, totaling ₹15.28 crore.
– 648 taxpayers are still pending payment.
– Municipal revenue target: ₹3,250 crore; achieved so far: ₹1,500 crore.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total amount of unpaid dues due to bounced cheques?
The total amount of unpaid dues due to bounced cheques is ₹14 crore.
How many cheques have bounced due to insufficient funds?
Approximately 1,530 cheques have bounced due to insufficient funds.
What actions has the Pune Municipal Corporation taken to recover the unpaid dues?
The Pune Municipal Corporation has issued notices and SMS alerts to the concerned taxpayers to recover the unpaid dues, including penalties and interest.
How much of the municipal revenue target has been achieved so far?
The Pune Municipal Corporation has achieved ₹1,500 crore within 2.5 months, out of a target of ₹3,250 crore.
What is the target revenue for the Property Tax Department for the year?
The target revenue for the Property Tax Department for the year is ₹3,250 crore.
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