Inside Delhi-NCR's PG boom: When homes turn into hostels

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Rising demand for paying guest accommodation in Delhi-NCR has led to concerns over safety certifications and infrastructure at many facilities. Authorities have sealed illegal properties, displacing tenants as enforcement actions proceed.

In Delhi-NCR, the rising demand for paying guest accommodations, particularly in university and business areas, is creating pressing concerns for local authorities. A survey has highlighted that numerous paying guest facilities fail to obtain essential safety certifications and adequate infrastructure. As a result, enforcement actions have led to the sealing of illegal properties, causing tenant displacement.