The Karnataka government has announced an extension of the 5% rebate on property tax payments for residents in the Greater Bengaluru Area until May 31, 2026. This decision is expected to benefit approximately 2.5 million properties under five municipal corporations. The move addresses concerns from residents, particularly those living in apartments, who reported confusion regarding property tax classifications and compliance issues, especially related to bulk waste generators. A senior official from the Greater Bengaluru Authority confirmed that the extension follows a formal request to the state government, allowing property owners additional time to pay their dues. This extension is particularly timely as many families face increased expenses during this period, including school fees. Despite these measures, municipal authorities are grappling with a revenue shortfall of around ₹500 crore, a significant drop from the ₹1,500 crore collected the previous year. Officials remain hopeful that the extended deadline will encourage compliance and help recover part of the revenue gap.