Dwellers of 62 union parishads of Dhaka district now can pay holding tax through bKash using their unique ID from anywhere, anytime conveniently.
They can also download the environment-friendly digital tax receipt after paying holding tax through the bKash app, according to a press release.
With this convenience, customers can pay holding tax through the bKash app with just a few clicks. First, they need to click ‘Govt. Fees’ from the Pay Bill option of the app and select ‘Union Parishad Fee Dhaka Zila’.
Next, they need to enter a unique ID number which will show details of holding tax information. The user can complete the holding tax payment by entering the tax amount and will get a confirmation.
In this regard, Local Government, Rural Development, and Cooperatives Minister Md Tazul Islam recently inaugurated Cashless Smart Services for 62 union parishads of Dhaka district including holding tax payments.
Among others, Prime Minister's Private Industry and Investment Adviser Salman F Rahman; Dhaka-20 constituency MP Benzir Ahmed; Sheikh Anar Kali Putul, MP; Local Government Division Secretary Abu Hena Morshed Zaman; Dhaka Divisional Commissioner Md Sabirul Islam; and Deputy Commissioner of Dhaka Anisur Rahman were present on the occasion held at Osmani Memorial Auditorium in Dhaka.
Speakers at the event said that residents of these unions will get fast and hassle-free digital services through the cashless smart services. As a result, it will ensure clarity and accountability of the union parishad’s activities, including the collection of holding taxes through an easy payment process and increase customer service as well.
