India, Jan. 10 -- Jammu and Kashmir Police said on Saturday that it has taken action against unregistered hotels, guesthouse and homestays in Srinagar.

A police statement said, "Srinagar Police, in coordination with Tourist Police Station Srinagar, conducted a verification and inspection drive across the city to ensure compliance with statutory norms by homestays, hotels and guest houses.

During the drive, several establishments were found operating without a valid registration from the competent authorities.

"These included hotels Essar, ABC Residency, Gani, and Aksa, and homestays Al Habib, Golden Moon, and Divine Holiday. Fines were imposed on the violators for operating without mandatory registration. Additionally, preventive actio...