Pimpri Chinchwad Tax collection offices to remain open on public holidays | Tap to know the reason

The Tax Collection and Taxation Department has announced an extension of office hours until March 31, even on holidays, with the aim of achieving a tax collection of Rs 1,000 crore. 

Pimpri-Chinchwad city has established 17 divisional offices along with online payment facilities to facilitate property owners in tax payments. Currently, the municipal treasury holds Rs 840 crore, with rigorous measures being implemented against defaulters, including property confiscation, name publication, and tap connection disconnection. 

Assistant Commissioner Nilesh Deshmukh reported a recent tax payment of Rs 5 crore daily was reported and assured citizens of special precautions to ensure a hassle-free tax-paying experience. 

Despite Saturdays and Sundays being municipal corporation holidays, tax collection offices will remain operational. Furthermore, offices will also be open on public holidays, such as Dhulivandan on March 25 and Good Friday on March 29.

In consideration of citizen convenience, the tax collection department has extended the payment deadline. Cash counters will operate from 9.45 a.m. to 6 p.m. until March 24, and from 9.45 a.m. to 8 p.m. until March 31. 

Nilesh moreover encourages citizens to take advantage of the extended hours for property tax payments. 

This proactive measure aims to ensure that citizens have ample time and accessibility to fulfil their tax obligations, contributing to municipal revenue and development initiatives.