To foster ease of doing business, hotels and restaurants are excluded from obtaining police licence to operate in Delhi.
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In a significant move, Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has removed the requirement for hotels and restaurants to obtain licences or no-objection certificates (NOCs) from the Delhi Police for operations in the national capital. The reform is in line with the Government of India’s motto of ‘Minimum Government and Maximum Governance’ and ‘Ease of Doing Business’ policy.
As per the official order, to meet the challenges of an evolving economy and make it more robust, the decision has been made to eliminate the requirement for multiple regulations. The initiative will help reduce multiple licensing procedures, being followed in different states/union territories, and simplify licensing procedures.
Notably, progressive states like Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Goa have already repealed the requirement of licenses for hotel operations from the police.
Meanwhile, HRANI said that this landmark decision is the outcome of continuous representations and sustained follow-up by HRANI on behalf of the hospitality industry of Delhi. The association welcomed the pro-industry initiative by the Government of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, noting such a decision will significantly enhance ease of doing business in the hospitality sector. It will create a more conducive environment that will strengthen growth, investment and employment in the capital.
HRANI expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Hon’ble LG and Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi for acknowledging industry concerns and supporting this vital reform.
This vital reform will create a more conducive environment for growth and employment in the capital
