Dimapur, Chümou, Niuland lodging businesses given 7 days to register

Dimapur, October 12 (MExN): All lodging establishments covered under the Sarais Act, 1867, operating in Dimapur, Chümoukedima and Niuland districts have been directed to register with the competent authority and comply with the Act. An order issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime)-cum-Public Relations Officer (PRO), Dimapur, directed owners, proprietors, keepers and persons in charge of establishments to ensure that their premises are duly registered in accordance with the law.The order covers lodging houses, hotels, inns, guest houses, homestays and other establishments falling within the purview of the Act. Establishments that have not obtained the requisite registration have been directed to approach the Deputy Commissioner of Police of their respective jurisdiction and complete the formalities within 7 days from the date of issuance of this order.The order stated that the directive was issued “with a view to ensuring proper regulation, registration and maintenance of records by establishments providing lodging and accommodation to the public.” It further directed all establishments covered by the Act to “comply strictly with the provisions of the Act and the applicable rules, regulations and orders made thereunder.”