Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation Wins ‘Innovation Award’ For Public Service Excellence
Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation Wins 'Innovation Award' For Public Service Excellence
Honored at the NetApp Awards Ceremony for Its Property Tax Improvement Program
Pimpri, February 20, 2025 – Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has been awarded the prestigious “Innovation Award – Empowering Businesses Through Data” in the “Public Service Innovation” category by NetApp. This recognition was conferred for the corporation’s Property Tax Improvement Program, which has significantly enhanced tax collection and data-driven governance.
The award was presented to PCMC Additional Commissioner Pradeep Jambhale-Patil by renowned cricketer Jonty Rhodes at a ceremony held at JW Marriott, Sahar, Mumbai, on February 18, 2025. The event was attended by NetApp executives Puneet Gupta and Krish Vittaldevra, along with representatives from leading multinational corporations.
Key Highlights of PCMC’s Award-Winning Initiatives:
Data-driven decision-making to enhance tax collection
Modern technology integration for accurate property database updates
GIS-based clustering for targeted tax recovery
Citizen engagement through social media, SMS, and grievance redressal sessions
Mobile app-based property verification for real-time bill tracking
Online payment adoption increased by 39%, boosting tax revenue from ₹625 crore (2021-22) to ₹977 crore
Employment for over 400 women and streamlined tax bill distribution
“This award is a testament to PCMC’s commitment to digital transformation and efficient governance. Our focus now is to expand automation and AI-driven analysis for citizen-centric services.” said Shekhar Singh, Commissioner & Administrator, PCMC
“With the guidance of Commissioner Shekhar Singh, PCMC has embraced cutting-edge technology to improve public services. This award highlights our dedication to smart governance and data-driven administration.” said Pradeep Jambhale-Patil, Additional Commissioner, PCMC
