The Hotel Association of India (HAI), the apex body of the Indian hospitality sector, welcomes the recent directive issued by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, which withdraws the requirement for licenses and No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from the Delhi Police for seven categories of trade — including hotels, motels, guest houses, and eating houses. This decisive reform aligns with national efforts to simplify the regulatory framework and improve the ease of doing business in the hospitality sector, thereby bolstering economic activity in the capital.

HAI welcomed the move as a vital step in line with the views of the Hon’ble High Court and the Hon’ble Supreme Court. This reform streamlines the process and enhances the ease of doing business, thereby encouraging investment in the hospitality sector. HAI believes this progressive step by the Delhi government will create a more business-friendly environment that supports tourism growth and strengthens Delhi’s position as a leading hospitality destination Commenting on the development, Mr KB Kachru, President of the Hotel Association of India and chairman of South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group, said, “This is a landmark moment for Delhi’s hospitality industry. The streamlining of licensing norms will not only reduce compliance burden and transaction costs but also foster greater transparency and accountability. We believe this decision will significantly contribute to Delhi’s growth as a competitive and investment-friendly hospitality hub.”

Mr. Rohit Khosla, Vice President, Hotel Association of India, Executive Vice President (Ops.), The Indian Hotels Company Limited said, “This is a much-needed regulatory reform that will enable the hospitality industry to operate with greater agility and focus on delivering superior guest experiences. By fostering a more collaborative governance framework, Delhi has taken a progressive step towards aligning with global standards of ease of doing business. This initiative will catalyse growth, enhance investor confidence, and support job creation across the tourism and service economy.”

HAI views this reform as a milestone for greater investment, innovation, and formalisation in the hospitality sector, and it sets a positive example for other states to follow similar regulations to enhance tourism. The Association members remain committed to supporting smooth implementation while maintaining high standards of safety, service, and compliance.

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