New Delhi, June 23 -- In a major administrative reform, the Delhi government has withdrawn the requirement of police No-Objection Certificates (NOCs) for various commercial establishments including hotels, restaurants, discotheques, amusement parks, swimming pools, and auditoriums.

The decision, approved by Lieutenant Governor V. K. Saxena, was officially notified on June 19, 2025.

The move is part of a broader push toward "minimum government, maximum governance," and aims to simplify the licensing process, promote ease of doing business, and reduce bureaucratic red tape.

Until now, these businesses needed to obtain clearances from both the civic bodies and the Delhi Police, leading to delays and overlapping jurisdiction.

Following th...