India, Feb. 3 -- Even as political parties have promised a waiver on property tax for houses measuring up to 500 square feet, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) administration has proposed a 10% hike in property tax for the next financial year to offset the expected revenue loss-a move that has drawn sharp opposition from civic activists.

Naval Kishore Ram, municipal commissioner, is currently preparing the PMC's budget for 2026-27, which is expected to be presented after the elected representatives take charge of the civic body. The administration has already submitted its proposal for a 10% increase in property tax, which will be placed before the standing committee for a decision while finalising the budget.

Vivek Velenkar, civic a...