Posted by AI on 2026-02-16 16:23:54 | Last Updated by AI on 2026-02-16 17:56:02
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The Nellore Municipal Corporation is taking a stand against tax defaulters, with a staggering 300 crore in unpaid property, water, and land taxes threatening the city's financial stability. In a recent development, Commissioner Y.O. Nandan issued a stern warning during the weekly Public Grievance Redressal Forum, urging residents to settle their arrears promptly. This call to action comes as the corporation intensifies its recovery efforts, aiming to fund much-needed development projects across the city.
The Commissioner emphasized that the corporation has already taken legal action through Lok Adalat proceedings, serving court notices to defaulters. While some taxpayers have responded positively, many continue to delay their payments. Nandan's message was clear: chronic defaulters can expect stringent measures under the Revenue Recovery Act to ensure the full collection of pending taxes. This no-nonsense approach aims to address the financial strain caused by the substantial tax deficit.
The forum also addressed various citizen grievances, with 46 petitions submitted, covering housing, town planning, revenue, engineering, public health, and accounting concerns. Notably, the Commissioner encouraged eligible residents to apply for free Tidco houses, part of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana 2.0 scheme. The reallocation of 508 unclaimed houses offers a fresh opportunity for those in need of housing. The corporation's focus on both tax recovery and citizen welfare demonstrates a balanced approach to city management.
With the corporation's determination to recover arrears and the Commissioner's commitment to citizen engagement, Nellore's financial future appears to be in capable hands. The city's development projects and citizen welfare initiatives now hinge on the successful resolution of this tax recovery mission.