CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has collected Rs 265 crore in property tax for the second half of the financial year (October to March) so far, officials said on Saturday.

The Corporation had set a target of Rs 1,300 crore for property tax collection in the first half-year (April to September). However, only ₹1,002 crore was collected, with nearly 2 lakh property owners yet to make their payments.

The civic body has now extended the deadline to October 31.

Officials said those who fail to pay their dues by the end of the month will receive notices. For defaulters owing over Rs 1 crore, officials will visit the properties and paste warning notices directly on the premises. The civic body is also considering imposing penalties for non-payment.

The collection for the secon

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