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Hospital and Contractor Face ₹22 Lakh Fine Over ₹10 Parking Fee Dispute
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 04:31 PM
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A dispute over a ₹10 parking fee has culminated in a ₹22 lakh penalty imposed on a hospital and its contractor.
A dispute over a nominal parking fee has resulted in a substantial penalty for a hospital and its contractor. The authorities found both parties liable for failing to pay the required ₹10 parking fee, leading to a court‑ordered fine of ₹22 lakh. The penalty was imposed after a review of the hospital’s parking arrangements and the contractor’s role in the oversight. The case underscores the strict enforcement of parking regulations and serves as a warning to other institutions about compliance with municipal fee structures.