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The Mysuru City Corporation's (MCC) recently launched e-khata drive has significantly boosted revenue, with December collections rising by INR 1.7 crore compared to November, reaching INR 9.3 crore. The initiative required property owners to clear five years of pending property tax and water cess dues to obtain digitally processed khatas. Over 2,500 property owners settled arrears, addressing key revenue streams. MCC officials attributed the success to effective public awareness efforts and the scheme's structure, which motivated compliance. The drive showcases how innovative approaches and community engagement can enhance municipal governance and financial health, setting an example for similar initiatives elsewhere.
The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) witnessed a remarkable rise in its revenue collections through the e-khata drive launched recently. The initiative, introduced about three weeks ago, resulted in an increase of INR 1.7 crore in December compared to November. Approximately 2,500 property owners cleared their property tax and water cess dues to obtain digitally processed khatas, a key requirement of the scheme. Advertisement
MCC officials lauded the drive as a significant step towards recovering overdue payments. To qualify for e-khatas, applicants were required to clear all pending dues from the past five years. This condition enabled MCC to address arrears in its two primary income streams-property tax and water cess.
December's tax collection totalled INR 9.3 crore, a notable increase following the launch of the e-khata scheme. Traditionally, MCC sees a surge in property tax collections during April and May, spurred by a 5% rebate offered by the government. However, this is the first time such high revenue figures have been recorded in December, underscoring the success of the recent drive.
MCC deputy commissioner (revenue), Somashekhar Jigani, expressed satisfaction with the response from property owners. He noted that the conditions tied to the issuance of e-khatas played a pivotal role in recovering dues, boosting the corporation's revenue significantly.
D Nagesh, MCC's zonal commissioner, highlighted the proactive measures taken by his team to publicise the initiative. He credited the positive outcome to the direction provided by the MCC commissioner and the widespread awareness efforts. Residents, too, have appreciated the initiative. Chiranjivi, a resident of Nazarbad, shared that he received his e-khata after clearing five years of outstanding dues.
The e-khata drive by MCC demonstrates the effectiveness of well-planned initiatives in enhancing revenue collections while addressing long-standing arrears. By making the clearance of past dues a prerequisite for obtaining e-khatas, the corporation not only improved its financial standing but also motivated residents to settle their obligations. The drive's success highlights the importance of innovation and community engagement in municipal governance, setting a precedent for similar initiatives in the future.
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