TL;DR: The iconic Taj Banjara Hotel in Hyderabad's Banjara Hills was seized by the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) due to unpaid property taxes totaling ₹1.43 crore over two years. Despite multiple notices, the hotel management failed to clear the dues. After the seizure, they paid ₹55 lakh and promised to settle the remaining amount by March 10, leading to the hotel's reopening.
Hey folks! Big news from Hyderabad! 🌆The famous Taj Banjara Hotel in Banjara Hills got into hot water with the GHMC for not paying property taxes amounting to ₹1.43 crore over the past two years. 😬
Despite GHMC sending multiple notices, including a final red warrant, the hotel management didn't cough up the dues. 📄🚫 So, GHMC officials took action and sealed the hotel. 🚪🔒
But here's the twist! After the hotel was sealed, the management sprang into action and paid ₹55 lakh through RTGS. 💸💻 They've promised to clear the remaining amount by March 10. 🗓️🤞
Following this partial payment and assurance, GHMC agreed to reopen the hotel, pending approval from GHMC Commissioner K. Ilambarithi. 🏢🔓
This move by GHMC is part of a broader crackdown on property tax defaulters in the city. 🏙️💼 They're urging all property owners to clear their dues by March 31, 2025. 🗓️⚠️
To help out, GHMC has launched "Property Tax Parishkaram," a weekly program on Sundays from February 22 to March 29, aiming to resolve tax-related issues. 🛠️🗃️
MediaFx Opinion: This incident highlights the importance of timely tax payments, especially by large establishments. 🏢💰 It's crucial for authorities to ensure that big players contribute their fair share, promoting a more equitable society. ✊🌍
