The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) sealed a commercial property in Sector 45 on Monday due to property tax arrears exceeding ₹40 lakh. Officials confirmed that similar action against defaulters will continue in all sectors.
Property Details and Outstanding Amount
According to officials MCG from the Zone 4 Tax Branch, the sealed property is plot number 13E. Property tax arrears amounting to ₹40,46,713 have been pending for more than two years.
Despite repeated notices and numerous opportunities to the owner, the outstanding dues remained unpaid, prompting the strict action.
Ongoing Enforcement and Recovery Campaign
MCG officials stated that this action is part of a larger recovery campaign aimed at improving tax compliance and increasing revenue collection.
Teams have been instructed to identify major defaulters and initiate necessary recovery measures.
Penalty Structure for Unpaid Property Tax
An MCG official stated that if property taxes are not paid on time, a penalty of 1.5% per month (approximately 18% annually) is added to the outstanding amount. If the outstanding amount remains unpaid for a long time, the corporation may take strict action, such as:
- Issuing legal notices
- Sealing the property
- Auctioning the property in serious cases to recover dues
Commissioner’s Warning to Defaulters
MCG Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya stated that strict action will continue against property owners who fail to pay their dues despite reminders.
He issued a final warning to defaulters, warning them that if payment is not made immediately, their properties could be sealed.
Importance of Property Tax for Civic Services
The MCG commissioner emphasized that MCG property tax is a major source of revenue for the corporation. The collected funds are used for:
- Sanitation services
- Road maintenance
- Street lighting
- Park development
- Basic infrastructure improvements across the city
Easy Payment Options for Taxpayers
MCG officials stated that both online and offline payment options are available to facilitate compliance for property owners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. What is MCG?
Ans. MCG (Municipal Corporation of Gurugram) is the civic body responsible for managing urban services and infrastructure in Gurugram.
Ques. Why did MCG seal the Sector 45 commercial plot?
Ans. MCG sealed the property due to unpaid property tax dues exceeding ₹40 lakh after repeated notices to the owner.
Ques. What action can MCG take against tax defaulters?
Ans. MCG can impose penalties, issue legal notices, seal properties, and in extreme cases, auction properties to recover dues.
Ques. How can property owners pay dues to MCG?
Ans. Property owners can clear their pending taxes through MCG’s online portal or designated offline payment centers.
