Bengaluru's software charge sparks row: Why are property owners seeing extra charges on tax bills
Bengaluru's Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) introduced a new annual 'software charge' of ₹200 for residential and ₹1,000 for commercial properties, sparking controversy among homeowners. Critics question the necessity and timing of this charge, which was implemented mid-year without prior announcement. The GBA defends the fee as essential for maintaining digital infrastructure, emphasizing its role in modernizing civic services.