Chandigarh, Feb. 27 -- The Chandigarh Congress has strongly opposed the proposed hike in property tax alleging that it is a result of collusion between the Chandigarh administration and the BJP leadership.

Chandigarh Pradesh Congress President HS Lucky has accused the BJP of initially proposing a steep increase in property tax rates from 3% to 12% during a municipal corporation house meeting. However, the proposal was withdrawn following stiff opposition from Congress and other opposition councillors.

Lucky further alleged that the BJP had attempted a similar strategy to increase sewerage cess but was thwarted due to the vigilance and numerical strength of the opposition councillors. "The BJP has failed to secure additional funds for th...