Police in Pahalgam have launched a comprehensive hotel verification drive aimed at strengthening security measures in the popular tourist destination. The initiative focuses on checking the credentials of guests, verifying staff records, and ensuring that all establishments maintain proper documentation as mandated under existing guidelines.
Teams conducted inspections across multiple hotels, lodges, and guest houses, reviewing registration records, identity proofs, and CCTV installations. Officials said the drive is part of a broader effort to enhance safety in the area, particularly in view of the steady flow of tourists and ongoing winter activities.
Police have urged hotel owners and managers to strictly follow verification protocols and maintain updated records of all guests and employees. They also emphasised the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies and local hospitality units to ensure a secure environment for visitors.
The verification drive will continue in the coming days, with police stating that such checks are essential for maintaining order and preventing any misuse of accommodation facilities in Pahalgam.
