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Patna Civic Body Recovers ₹1 Crore Property Tax in 48-Hour Special Drive Targeting Major Defaulters

  • by- Grihik
  • Mar 16, 2026
The Patna Municipal Corporation's six-member flying squad visited multiple wards to collect dues from property owners with arrears exceeding ₹50,000. Officials warned of bank account freezes and property attachment for non-compliance, while defaulters can avail a one-time settlement scheme until March 31.
Patna Civic Body Recovers ₹1 Crore Property Tax in 48-Hour Special Drive Targeting Major Defaulters

Patna, March 16, 2026: The Patna Municipal Corporation recovered around ₹1 crore in property tax within two days through a special recovery drive. A six-member flying squad visited several wards to collect dues from property owners whose arrears exceeded ₹50,000 .

Enforcement Actions

Municipal Commissioner Yaspal Meena held a review meeting on Friday with revenue and executive officers to coordinate further collection efforts. Officials stated that property owners who failed to clear their dues within the deadline faced bank account freezes and attachment of properties. The corporation has already issued notices prohibiting the sale of properties belonging to major defaulters .

These actions are being carried out under the Bihar Municipal Act 2007 and the revenue recovery regulations of 2013 .

Notifications and Settlement Scheme

The corporation also notified defaulters through SMS regarding possible legal consequences. Residents can avail themselves of a one-time settlement scheme until March 31, which offers a waiver on interest and penalties for those who pay the principal amount .