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All Homestays in Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru and Shivamogga to Register on Unified Digital Portal for Tourist Safety
The state government has accelerated mandatory registration of every homestay in Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru and Shivamogga under a single digital platform to boost safety and sustainable tourism.
All homestays in the Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru and Shivamogga districts are now required to register on a single digital portal, the state government announced, as part of its effort to improve tourist safety and promote sustainable tourism.
The registration process, which had been in the pipeline, has been accelerated to ensure that every home‑stay operator complies with the new guidelines. The unified portal will serve as the sole platform for submitting details, obtaining approvals and maintaining records.
Officials said the digital system will enable better monitoring of safety standards, facilitate quick verification of premises and help tourists access reliable information. It also aims to streamline compliance checks and reduce duplication across multiple agencies.
Homestay owners are instructed to complete their registration online within the stipulated timeframe, after which they will receive a unique identification number confirming their compliance. The portal is expected to boost confidence among visitors and support the growth of responsible tourism in the region.
The registration process, which had been in the pipeline, has been accelerated to ensure that every home‑stay operator complies with the new guidelines. The unified portal will serve as the sole platform for submitting details, obtaining approvals and maintaining records.
Officials said the digital system will enable better monitoring of safety standards, facilitate quick verification of premises and help tourists access reliable information. It also aims to streamline compliance checks and reduce duplication across multiple agencies.
Homestay owners are instructed to complete their registration online within the stipulated timeframe, after which they will receive a unique identification number confirming their compliance. The portal is expected to boost confidence among visitors and support the growth of responsible tourism in the region.