Govt asks Univs, hotels to inform on foreigners within 24 hrs

NEW DELHI: All academic institutions and hotels have been directed by the Government to inform it about a foreign student or a guest within 24 hours of their making an entry.

In a gazette notification, the Home Ministry said every university and educational institution shall furnish to the Foreigner Regional Registration Officer information in respect of foreign students enrolled in the institute within 24 hours of his or her arrival.

While course name, course duration and fee structure have to be furnished at the beginning, a half-yearly report has to be given on attendance of the student in the class, result and general conduct of the student.

The Home Ministry also said all hotels will require to furnish details of a foreign guest, including his or her signature, on arrival at its premises. (AGENCIES)

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