Bengaluru's ₹200 'Software Charge' Explained: Taxpayer Outcry

Bengaluru homeowners are questioning a new ₹200 'software charge' on their property tax bills, introduced mid-year without clear explanation. This levy, meant to cover digital infrastructure costs, has sparked controversy due to its opaque rollout and lack of prior notice, fueling a broader backlash against the civic body's tax collection practices.