Octroi collection records increase

In 1997-98, the VMC had not even managed to set the targets set by the General Board.

Peerzada said joint patrolling by him, three assistant municipal commissioners and the octroi superintendents had paid off. He specified that there was no change in the recession in the market.

Meanwhile, highly placed sources said as part of its bid to improve the octroi department8217;s efficiency, the administration was planning to increase the number of hours of the jeeps used on contract.

A proposal to this effect would be soon forwarded to the Standing Committee, sources said, adding that six jeeps working in two shifts of six hours each would be required for two shifts of eight hours each.

According to information, new jeeps are likely to be purchased on these conditions. Sources further added that octroi staff was also likely to get uniforms.