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The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) has introduced key reforms, including an annual property tax hike of INR 4,000-5,000, revised vending fees, and a smart parking system linked to mobile apps. New property tax rates will be based on road width and DM circle rates, with rates set at INR 4 per sq ft for properties on roads wider than 24 meters. The Integrated Parking Management System (IPMS) will provide real-time parking availability, tiered pricing, and upgraded facilities. GMC also introduced designated vending zones, following models from Delhi, Pune, and Bengaluru, to enhance urban management.
In Ghaziabad, the Municipal Corporation (GMC) has introduced several new measures aimed at improving revenue generation and enhancing city management. These initiatives include changes to property tax rates, the implementation of a new vending fee structure, and the introduction of a modernized parking system linked to mobile applications. One of the key proposals is an average annual increase of INR 4,000 to INR 5,000 in the property tax rate, which will be aligned with the District Magistrate (DM) circle rate, the minimum price at which a property can be sold or transferred. The revised tax rates will depend on factors such as road width and location. For example, properties located on roads with widths of 24 meters or more will be taxed at INR 4 per square foot, while those located on roads between 12 meters and 24 meters wide will be taxed at INR 3.20 per square foot. This change aims to better reflect the market value of properties, with the DM circle rate serving as a key determinant in assessing property tax. Advertisement
The GMC board, during its 11-hour marathon meeting, also approved the implementation of the Integrated Parking Management System (IPMS). This system will include an integrated control room linked to mobile applications, allowing residents to check the occupancy of parking lots in real-time. The parking lots will feature several upgraded facilities, including glow signs at the entry and exit points, pink toilets, fire fighting systems, CCTV cameras, and power backup. Additionally, the parking system will introduce tiered pricing: INR 40 for the first two hours for three-wheelers, with INR 20 for every additional two hours, and INR 80 for heavy vehicles for the first two hours, with INR 40 for each subsequent two hours. The GMC has also introduced options for daily and monthly payments for parking, which will enhance the ease of parking for residents and visitors alike.
In the realm of street vending, the GMC has proposed a new vending fee system, which includes the creation of designated zones for vendors. These zones will be marked by yellow lines, and vendors will not be allowed to operate beyond these lines. This move is intended to streamline vending operations, ensuring that vendors are properly regulated while also maintaining order in public spaces. In the past, such measures have been implemented in cities like Delhi, where the municipal corporation has similarly regulated street vending to reduce congestion and improve public order.
The revised budget for FY 2024-25, totaling INR 502 crore, was also approved during the meeting, although it faced opposition from councillors who raised concerns about its timing and approval process. The opposition stemmed from the fact that the current financial year was nearing its end, and the budget had not been formally approved by the executive committee. Mayor Sunita Dayal clarified that the revised budget was a preliminary measure, and a full-fledged budget would be discussed and approved at the next board meeting.
These initiatives reflect GMC's ongoing efforts to modernize the city's infrastructure and improve urban management, similar to the measures seen in other rapidly developing cities like Pune and Bengaluru. In Pune, for example, the implementation of smart parking systems and property tax revisions has seen positive outcomes in terms of efficiency and revenue collection. Similarly, Bengaluru has introduced similar vending regulations to ensure the smooth operation of street vendors, making these efforts in Ghaziabad part of a broader trend across India's growing urban centers.
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