In a significant move under its ongoing cleanliness initiative, the Punjab government has decided to impose sanitation fees across the province.
The charges, which range from Rs200 to Rs5,000, will vary by location and property type, and aim to support sustained waste management services.
Fee structure varies for rural and urban areas
The sanitation fee is being rolled out under the 'Suthra Punjab' campaign, which has been operational for the past eight months without any charges until now. According to the Local Government Department, separate rates will apply in urban and rural areas to reflect local economic and infrastructural differences.
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Rural Areas:
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Rs200 to Rs400 based on village size and household capacity.
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Urban Residential Properties:
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Houses under 5 marla: Rs300
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5 to 10 marla: Rs500
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10 marla: Rs1,000
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20 to 40 marla: Rs2,000
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Over 40 marla: Rs5,000
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Urban Commercial Properties:
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Small businesses: Rs500
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Medium businesses: Rs1,000
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Large businesses: Rs3,000
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Digital billing and payment system to be introduced
To modernize the process, the billing system will be digitalized. Initially, paper bills will be issued every two months to allow citizens to adapt to the new structure. Over time, a fully digital billing process is expected.
Residents will have the option to pay through an online application, ensuring convenience and transparency. In areas with limited access to technology, sanitation company supervisors will manually collect fees to ensure inclusion.
