Budgam Police Acts Against Unregistered Homestays

Budgam Police conducts verification drive of homestays and guest houses
in Humhama area on January 8, 2026. (SHABD)

Law Mail Desk

Budgam, January 9, 2026

Budgam Police, in collaboration with the Tourist Police Station Srinagar, conducted a verification and checking drive of homestays and guest houses in the Humhama area on January 8, 2026.

During the inspection, several establishments were found operating without valid registration. These included Cozy Heaven, Sheikhpora, near Armed Complex; Haji Guest House, Humhama, near the airport; Sukoonat Gah; ARCO Residency; Welcome Homestay, Humhama, near the airport; Zabeel Villa, ARCO Residency, Humhama; and Homestay by Ishaan, ARCO Residency.

Preventive action under Sections 126 and 170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, was initiated against the owners of all identified properties, SHABD reported.

Fines were also imposed on Haji Guest House and Welcome Homestay for operating without mandatory registration.

Budgam Police urged all homestay and guest house owners to comply with legal requirements and obtain necessary registrations to avoid action. 

Such drives will continue to ensure lawful and safe tourism practices in the district, police said.