Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces up to 70% rebate on water infrastructure charges

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• The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has approved a revised and simplified infrastructure charge policy aimed at reducing water and sewer-related charges for residential, institutional and commercial properties across the national capital, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Friday.
• According to the Chief Minister, the new policy is designed to bring greater transparency, simplify the existing system and provide significant financial relief to residents and institutions.
• Read Full Story Addressing the reporters, Gupta said the Infrastructure Charges (IFC) for water and sewer connections will now be calculated on the basis of water demand and will apply only to new developments or additional construction within properties.
• Under the revised policy, institutions and religious places registered under Section 12AB of the Income Tax Act will receive an additional 50 per cent concession on water and sewer infrastructure charges.
• The government has also announced a 50 per cent rebate in sewer infrastructure charges for...