Chandigarh, Feb. 26 -- The municipal commissioner has written to the UT administration, seeking its decision on the proposed fourfold increase in property tax on the residential as well as commercial properties in the city. The proposal, which was vehemently rejected by councillors across party lines last month, now rests with the Punjab governor and UT administrator, who hold the authority to approve the hike despite political opposition.

Notwithstanding the opposition from councillors, MC commissioner Amit Kumar had remained steadfast in support of the proposal, arguing that it was the "need of the hour" to overcome civic body's pressing financial distress.

"Chandigarh MC is struggling to even pay staff salaries. Though the proposal w...