Re: Hike in Property tax : I entirely subscribe to the view that all Delhites, particularly from East Delhi, should raise as one to protest against the proposed hike property tax! It is a pity that 'aam aadmi' is of no concern to the Govt. except on occasions when they come to beg vote! Today the hike will be linked to proximity to 'metro stations' which of recent origin, tomorrow why not those who are nearer to bus stops, railway stations, police stations, hospitals etc. etc. which could be stretched to any extent, beyond imagination! Our colonies came up earlier and metros later. Is it our fault that those who are nearer to metros have to pay higher property tax because of their proximity! It is a ridiculous and illogical argument and base. Prices of property are raising all over Delhi. Why not tax the owners in a logical and periodical way i.e. to raise the tax 1% or 2% p.a. as it has been done for the current year. This will not pinch any one, as there is an all round increase in prices etc. of all commodities etc. Have the bureacrats have been deprived of all common sense and logical thinking. Can't think and foresee what will be reaction of people. Are they sitting in a citadel tower not knowing what are they doing! Are we presently ruled by rulers who have no care and concern for 'aam aadmi'! Let's start an 'andolan' through this media to focus our views and resist all attempts being made by the MCD!
Re. 'gating' : let the RWAs decide what is required from the safety and security angles to safeguard the residents and their properties. The local SHO may be consulted if necessary. It is true that 'convenience' of residents vis-a-vis the security of people and their properties are our primary and main concern and let not the MCD/Police authorities throw their weight on such vital issues, failing which let them take the sole responsibility of the safety and security of the residents which should be given in writing so that we could do away our security and other arrangements being made. In the present context and scenario if they are helpless, we have to protect ourselves. Of course, we have to be reasonable in executing the work without causing any hardship to majority of residents and should not succumb to the will and pleasure of a few handpicked individuals who are least concerned to oppose whatever betterment we try to bring about!
With best regards,
TK Balu
Hony. Secretary/RBECHS/Anand Vihar
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