India, May 1 -- In major relief for residents, the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) General Body on April 27 unanimously approved twin one-time amnesty schemes granting up to 90% waiver on penalty and delayed payment charges on pending property tax and water dues.

The proposals, introduced by House leader Sagar Naik, received support across party lines.

Under the property tax amnesty, eligible property holders will get up to 90% concession on penal interest, delay charges and punitive components, along with 50% relief in levy charges.

Beneficiaries include residents in gaothan villages, need-based 'garjepoti' constructions of PAPs, CIDCO layouts, LIG and MIG colonies, project-affected settlements and homes lacking Occupation Ce...