India, April 3 -- New collector rates for the financial year 2026-27 came into effect on April 1, with the district administration announcing a revision across residential, agricultural and commercial land categories.

Deputy commissioner Ajay Kumar issued directions to sub-divisional and revenue officials on implementation and compliance in a meeting held on Thursday at the Mini Secretariat.

Officials said the revised rates reflect an average increase of 15% to 30% across residential, agricultural and commercial categories, depending on location and development parameters such as proximity to highways, metro connectivity, and availability of civic infrastructure. However, around 51% of the district area has seen no change in rates, part...