PCMC's property tax policy faces backlash from societies

The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has instructed housing societies to include property tax arrears on share certificates of flat owners. This move aims to address unpaid taxes, which total over Rs 180 crore across 6,644 societies. Housing society leaders have criticized the PCMC's decision, stating it lacks legal backing. They argue that current by-laws do not allow for tax dues to be added to share certificates and that amendments would be necessary. PCMC officials have begun sharing lists of flat owners with unpaid taxes with housing societies. They emphasize the need for property owners to update their contact information to receive notifications about pending dues.