Mysuru City Corporation Withdraws Controversial Motor Vehicle Infrastructure Cess
Mysuru civic body withdraws Motor Vehicle Infrastructure Cess
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The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has withdrawn its recently introduced Motor Vehicle Infrastructure Cess following significant public opposition. The cess was intended to fund road traffic management and infrastructure but faced criticism for being linked to property tax.
- 01Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) introduced a Motor Vehicle Infrastructure Cess but quickly withdrew it.
- 02The cess was set at ₹100 for two-wheelers, ₹200 for three-wheelers, and ₹500 for four-wheelers.
- 03Public backlash highlighted concerns about linking the cess to property tax.
- 04The MCC Commissioner announced the withdrawal on April 3, 2026.
- 05The decision reflects the MCC's responsiveness to public opinion.
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The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has decided to withdraw the Motor Vehicle Infrastructure Cess, which was recently introduced to support road traffic management and infrastructure development in Mysuru, Karnataka, India. The cess proposed an annual fee of ₹100 for two-wheelers, ₹200 for three-wheelers, and ₹500 for four-wheelers. However, the decision faced strong opposition from the public, who criticized the unscientific linkage of the cess with property tax, which had also been revised by 3% for the financial year 2026-27. Following a detailed review by the MCC Administrator, the Commissioner announced the cessation of the levy on April 3, 2026, emphasizing the importance of public concerns. The MCC aims to address the needs of the general public while considering future proposals for traffic management funding.
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The withdrawal of the cess alleviates the financial burden on vehicle owners in Mysuru, who were concerned about the additional tax linked to property tax.
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