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Parents advised to verify PG documents before enrolling child for safety
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 08 Sep 2026, 08:41 AM
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Experts stress that checking the legal status of a paying‑guest accommodation is essential, not just its amenities or proximity to college.
Delhi parents looking to place their children in paying‑guest (PG) facilities are being cautioned to go beyond superficial checks. While modern rooms and short distances to colleges are attractive, the foremost criterion should be the PG's legal standing. Verifying registration documents, ownership papers and compliance with local housing regulations can prevent future disputes and protect student safety.
Authorities and consumer‑rights groups recommend that parents request to see the PG's licence, tax receipts and any affiliation certificates. Cross‑checking these with municipal records or online portals ensures the establishment operates within the law. In cases where documentation is missing or ambiguous, families are advised to consider alternative accommodations.
The guidance comes amid rising concerns over unregistered hostels that lack basic safety measures. By insisting on proper paperwork, parents can help create a safer environment for students and encourage PG owners to maintain transparent operations.
For further assurance, experts suggest visiting the premises during different times of the day, speaking with current residents, and confirming that fire‑safety equipment and security protocols are in place. Such diligence, they say, is a small investment compared to the potential risks of an unverified stay.
Authorities and consumer‑rights groups recommend that parents request to see the PG's licence, tax receipts and any affiliation certificates. Cross‑checking these with municipal records or online portals ensures the establishment operates within the law. In cases where documentation is missing or ambiguous, families are advised to consider alternative accommodations.
The guidance comes amid rising concerns over unregistered hostels that lack basic safety measures. By insisting on proper paperwork, parents can help create a safer environment for students and encourage PG owners to maintain transparent operations.
For further assurance, experts suggest visiting the premises during different times of the day, speaking with current residents, and confirming that fire‑safety equipment and security protocols are in place. Such diligence, they say, is a small investment compared to the potential risks of an unverified stay.