The Regional Transport Officer of Chamba, Ram Prakash, has issued a crucial notice for vehicle owners regarding the deposit of passenger and goods tax.
Key details of the announcement include:
New Deadline: March 31, 2025
Previous Deadline: December 31, 2024
Vehicle owners who fail to deposit their outstanding tax by the specified date will face severe consequences:
100% penalty will be levied on the outstanding amount
Additional financial burden for non-compliant vehicle owners
Historical Context:
Before January 1, 2022: Tax collected by State Tax and Excise Department
Current Status: Tax now collected by Transport Department
The Step-by-Step Process to deposit tax is as follows:
Obtain No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the department
Visit the regional transport office where the vehicle is registered
Deposit previously unpaid passenger and goods tax
Ensure complete settlement before March 31, 2025
Act immediately to avoid hefty penalties
Verify your outstanding tax amount
Collect necessary documentation
Visit the appropriate regional transport office
RTO Chamba Ram Prakash has urged all vehicle owners to:
Take the deadline seriously
Complete tax deposit before March 31
Avoid additional financial penalties
This is a critical opportunity for vehicle owners to clear their outstanding taxes and maintain good standing with the transport authorities. Prompt action is essential to avoid significant financial repercussions.
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