Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has written to several government agencies and departments including University of Mysore (UoM), Maharaja’s College, Maharani’s colleges and Karnataka Exhibition Authority asking them to pay property tax dues pending for years.
UoM authorities confirmed that they have received a tax notice for Rs 4 crore and they will discuss the issue with MCC.
About 28 government buildings within MCC limits have been served notices.
According to the notice issued to the Maharani’s Science College For Women on JLB Road, the college has defaulted payment of Rs 10,27,943 since 2003-04. The notice says if the college doesn’t pay the dues, MCC may be forced to cut drainage and water connection.
MCC commissioner Gurudatta Hegde confirmed that letters have been sent to several government departments seeking early payment of dues. “We wish that these departments pay as much as possible. We will not initiate any action if they agree to take up the matter,” he said.
He added that soon, a list of water bill defaulters will be prepared by Vani Vilas Water Works.
UoM registrar R Shivappa told they are holding a discussion with MCC authorities about the tax dues. “Many of the buildings which are shown as UoM are now being handed over to other departments and institutes. Breakup of unpaid tax is not given. We are in touch with MCC over the issue,” he said.
Karnataka Exhibition Authority (KEA) CEO BR Girish confirmed that they have received a letter from MCC seeking property tax payment. “We will place this in the governing body meeting for decision and follow government directions in this regard,” he said.
