After OYO Flags the Unauthorised Use of its Name, Ghaziabad Police Close More than 50 Hotels

The Ghaziabad Police have closed more than 50 hotels for "fraudulently" utilising OYO's name, according to a statement released by the travel booking website. The action follows the filing of a formal complaint by the business and the submission of a police report to the licensing body.

OYO acknowledged in a statement that it has begun a cooperative operation with the Ghaziabad Police to crack down on unapproved hotels that were deceiving clients by using the OYO name without authorisation. OYO has previously sent legal notifications to several hotels telling them to take down its branding, but many of them disregarded the orders. According to the company's official letter, police visited the locations that were identified as part of the investigation and warned the management about the legal repercussions of using false OYO branding.

Special Drive Conducted to Catch Offenders

The drive was specifically targeted at these unapproved outlets that have proliferated and were abusing the "OYO" brand name on their boards, according to Rajesh Kumar, the acting assistant commissioner of police in Ghaziabad. They lacked authorisation to operate. In accordance with protocol, these businesses were located and sealed.

Speaking about the effects of these fake establishments, Varun Jain, Chief Operating Officer of OYO India, said that these unapproved hotels frequently mislead guests. To protect OYO's visitors and the integrity of its brand, the company worked with law authorities to take action against fraudulent hotels that use OYO's name. This crackdown comes after OYO's larger initiatives to safeguard consumers from dishonest services and preserve the integrity of its brand. 

OYO Modifies Check-in Policies

One of the top travel and hotel booking websites in India, OYO, announced a significant policy change for its partner hotels on 5th January. The new rules state that unmarried couples would no longer be permitted to check in at the establishments. According to the corporation, the new regulation will initially only be in effect in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.

According to Pawas Sharma, OYO North India's Region Head, maintaining responsible and safe hospitality practices is a priority for the brand. In addition to upholding individual liberties, the business must cooperate with law enforcement and local communities to provide a peaceful workplace.

The business added that unmarried couples might not be accommodated, and hotel partners have the right to turn down reservations in accordance with regional customs. OYO claims that the action is a part of a larger plan to respond to community input and change its reputation as a reliable and secure lodging option for families, business travellers, students, religious pilgrims, and lone travellers.

OYO's ruling came after civil society organisations, especially in Meerut, repeatedly called for stronger laws prohibiting unmarried couples from staying. Residents of other cities have submitted similar petitions, so the company decided to test the policy in Meerut and, depending on response, consider extending it to other areas. The policy is now only applicable in Meerut. OYO states that the feedback from the initial launch will determine whether or not the guidelines are extended to more places.

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