Chennai Hotel Fined ₹3 Lakh for Failing to Report Foreign Guests

Officials from the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) have imposed a penalty of ₹3 lakh on the OYO Super Town House Hotel located in T. Nagar, Chennai, for violating immigration regulations. The enforcement action was taken after an inspection revealed that the hotel had accommodated foreign nationals without registering their details on the mandatory online portal or notifying the FRRO office in Nungambakkam. Under current rules, hotels, hospitals, educational institutions, and private accommodation providers are legally required to report the stay of foreign nationals to the FRRO at Shastri Bhawan. Non-compliance with these regulations attracts legal action under the provisions of the Immigration and Foreigners Act. Prior to levying the fine, authorities issued a notice seeking an explanation from the hotel management. However, due to the lack of response from the management, the penalty was enforced, and a case has been registered against the hotel's management by the police. This incident highlights the strict adherence to security protocols regarding foreign visitor tracking in India.