Nagpur: The city police have tightened operating requirements for OYO properties, hotels, lodges, guest houses and homestays under ‘Operation Shakti’, with a focus on preventing human trafficking, prostitution and fraud.
The notification will remain in force from Sept 11 to Nov 9, 2026. For unmarried couples, the directions state that two consenting adults aged 18 or above can stay together in a hotel. Nagpur police, in coordination with OYO, have removed signboards from more than 20 hotels allegedly using the brand name without authorisation, and legal action against them is underway.
Hotel owners must maintain updated records of all employees and officials, including their identity documents, proof of residence and phone numbers. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Nagpur | Silver Rate in Nagpur | Bank Holidays in Nagpur | Public Holidays in Nagpur | Petrol Price in Nagpur | Diesel Price in Nagpur | CNG Price in Nagpur | LPG Price in Nagpur Stay updated with the latest Nagpur news.
Under the new directions, every OYO property and hotel must prominently display a “zero tolerance” board stating that human trafficking and illegal activities will not be permitted. The notification says PAN cards will generally not be accepted for this purpose. The directions were issued by police commissioner Vishwas Nangre Patil following instructions from guardian minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, after discussions with chief minister Devendra Fadnavis . Police have warned that owners and managers of hotels violating the prescribed requirements could face criminal action. Hotels must verify guests’ original identity documents before allotting rooms and record their details in a register or digital system. The accepted identification document must contain the guest’s date of birth and permanent address. However, their age and residential details must be strictly verified and recorded in the hotel register. CCTV cameras covering areas from the entrance to the lobby must remain operational round the clock, with recordings preserved for at least one year. Faulty cameras must be repaired immediately. The directions also require strict verification in cases involving minors. Hotels have been instructed not to admit minors unless accompanied by a parent. Police have also stepped up action against properties using the OYO brand without authorisation. The measures are aimed at bringing hotels and similar accommodation facilities under closer verification and surveillance during the period covered by the notification. Download the TOI App.