J&K Property Tax: Government bows to pressure, defers rollout

J&K property tax: Government bows to pressure, defers rollout

Property Tax Imposition in Jammu and Kashmir Put on Hold Amidst Opposition Pressure In response to mounting pressure from both opposition parties and members of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the administration of Jammu and Kashmir has decided to delay the implementation of a property tax in the Union Territory. This decision is being viewed as a response to the upcoming urban local bodies’ (ULB) elections expected later this year and the Lok Sabha elections scheduled for the following year. The property tax, which was initially set to take…

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Srinagar Properties, Heritage sites to be tagged with Unique IDs: Divisional Commissioner

Srinagar properties, heritage sites to be tagged with unique IDs: Divisional Commissioner

Unique Identification Numbers for Every Property and Heritage Site in Srinagar The Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir, VK Bidhuri, has announced that a Unique Identification Number (UIN) will be assigned to every house, street, and heritage site in the Srinagar district. This initiative is part of the Smart City Project, which aims to make Srinagar a more efficient and livable city. The UINs will be used to streamline identification processes for both individuals and authorities. For individuals, the UINs will make it easier to access government services, such as getting a…

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