The Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) has initiated a comprehensive campaign to collect overdue holding tax payments from around 70,000 defaulters for the financial year 2024-25, while also outlining strategies for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
To meet this objective, the municipal authority is implementing ward-wise enforcement measures, with a particular focus on addressing the commercial misuse of residential properties. “We are recovering outstanding dues by identifying and penalizing those who utilize residential properties for commercial activities without appropriate tax declarations. This approach ensures equity within the system and enhances our revenue stream,” stated Deputy Municipal Commissioner Gautam Prasad Sahu.
For the 2025-26 FY, RMC aims to increase the holding tax collection by 10% over last year’s revenue of Rs 83 crore, targeting Rs 91 crore. “To meet this target, over 13,000 vacant land parcels within the city limits will be reassessed,” Sahu said.
The corporation plans to send formal notifications to larger establishments that have not completed self-assessments. He emphasized, “The first quarter will feature an aggressive initiative. Defaulters will receive immediate notices, followed by prompt enforcement actions.” Additionally, the civic body has introduced a 10% rebate for property owners who pay their full holding tax for the 2025-26 fiscal year by June 30, 2025.
Assistant Municipal Commissioner Chandradeep Kumar explained, “This incentive aims to encourage timely compliance with civic duties. Early payments contribute to a consistent cash flow for essential services.” To enhance outreach efforts, RMC is deploying tax collectors, officials from the project management unit, and private collection agencies.
These teams will conduct visits to various wards, run awareness campaigns, and assist residents with the payment process. Sahu concluded, “We are shifting from a passive collection approach to proactive enforcement, emphasizing revenue generation, equity, and transparency.”
