In Musakhel revenue is collected through various agencies. The local councils are responsible for collection of octroi and other revenue which are assumed to be utilised to meet their development and recurrent expenditure. Some utility fees are collected by the provincial government, like water charges and livestock cess. Income tax is levied by the federal government.

Usually, revenue generated through local councils is less than is required for development or even less than what is needed for recurrent expenditure. Revenue collection is a tough task in Musakhel. Officials blame the public for non-payment of taxes, but the public demands appropriate facilities in return of the taxes paid. Tax culture is non-existent in Musakhel. People take every facility for granted and expect that the government should provide them every facility without paying any cost. This trend is widespread in Musakhel.

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