New RWA in Tambaram seeks review of property tax
A newly formed residents' welfare association in Tambaram has challenged the local corporation's recent property tax revisions. Residents claim the hikes are disproportionately high and were implemented without proper public consultation or adherence to government norms.
Why it matters
This highlights growing civic activism regarding urban governance and fiscal transparency in rapidly expanding municipal corporations.
The newly formed Judge Colony and Neighbourhood Welfare Association, an initiative of the United Federation of Residents Welfare Associations in Tambaram City Corporation, has raised concerns over high property tax rates, groundwater contamination, inadequate drainage, poor roads and road safety.
The association was formally inaugurated on September 27 in the presence of more than 100 residents. It has also submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister’s Special Cell and the Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department (MAWS) seeking action on the issues.
One of the major issues raised by the association was the property tax rates in Tambaram Corporation. S.M. Govindarajan, social activist, said the property tax revised by the Corporation in 2024 was significantly higher than that in several premium localities in Greater Chennai.
A street in Sriram Colony, where residents have raised concerns over inadequate drainage and waterlogging during rains. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
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