Srinagar Police Takes Action Against Unregistered Homestays, Guest Houses & Hotels

SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Jammu and Kashmir Police, in coordination with the Tourist Police Station Srinagar, on Saturday conducted a verification and inspection drive across Srinagar city to ensure compliance with statutory norms by homestays, hotels and guest houses.

During the drive, several establishments were found operating without valid registration from the competent authorities. These included hotels Essar, ABC Residency, Gani and Aksa, and homestays Al Habib, Golden Moon and Divine Holiday.

Police said fines were imposed on the violators for operating without mandatory registration. Besides, preventive action under Sections 126/170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) shall be initiated against the owners of all such unregistered establishments.

Police advised all owners and operators of homestays, hotels and guest houses to strictly comply with the prescribed legal requirements and ensure timely registration with the concerned authorities to avoid legal action.

Police further said that such verification and enforcement drives will continue to ensure adherence to regulations and promote safe, lawful and responsible tourism in the district. — (KIMS)