Ganderbal, Oct 24: In a strict enforcement action, Ganderbal Police have booked three hotels in Sonamarg for failing to comply with the Immigration and Foreigners Act by not submitting details of foreign tourists to the Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) within the prescribed time.
The move, carried out under the supervision of SSP Ganderbal Khalil Ahmad Poswal (JKPS), followed a comprehensive inspection drive in the popular tourist area.
The hotels Mount View, Imperial Resort, and Village Walk were found accommodating foreign nationals without timely reporting their information to authorities, as mandated under Section 17 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025.
Consequently, Police Station Sonamarg registered three separate FIRs Nos. 25/2025, 26/2025, and 27/2025 under Section 8/23(b) of the Act against the respective hotel owners.
Authorities have urged all hoteliers and guesthouse operators in the district, particularly those hosting foreign tourists, to strictly adhere to legal provisions and ensure prompt submission of guest particulars to the FRO.
Ganderbal Police emphasized their commitment to enforcing the law and maintaining accountability in the hospitality sector, underscoring the importance of compliance for the safety and security of both visitors and the region.