January 10: Police in Srinagar, in coordination with Tourist Police Station Srinagar, conducted a verification and inspection drive across the 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.
Fines were imposed on the violators for operating without mandatory registration. Additionally, 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 have 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.
Such verification and enforcement drives will continue in the future to ensure adherence to regulations and to promote safe, lawful, and responsible tourism in the district.
