Summary:
Sources said that during the special tax recovery drive, the authorities had set a target of Rs 23 crore from property tax collection. “We had reached out to people through different modes, urging them to cooperate with the civic body by paying their pending dues. “Over 20 shops and establishments were sealed on Tuesday and the civic body officials seized more than 25 properties on Wednesday. The sources said that the civic body officials, who have started the campaign from Tuesday, have sealed more than 45 properties after far following due procedure.The properties of those who paid the dues following this action were also unsealed. Sources said that the cash-strapped civic body had launched the special drive during the financial year 2018-19 and expected people’s cooperation.Despite providing the scheme and giving ample time, many property holders didn’t respond positively..