Haryana Tightens Reins on Rogue Travel Agents

The Haryana Assembly has passed a bill targeting illegal activities of travel agents. Introducing strict regulations, the bill mandates registration for all travel agencies. Non-compliance results in severe penalties. Sparked by illegal migration issues, particularly the deportation of immigrants from the US, the bill aims to protect local youth.

On Wednesday, the Haryana Assembly approved a significant bill targeting the illegal activities of travel agents. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized the government's determination to hold any travel agent accountable for exploiting the state's youth.

The Haryana Registration and Regulation of Travel Agents Bill, 2025, mandates that operating without registration is a punishable offense. The bill's passage follows extensive discussion, with opposition urging further review to incorporate additional suggestions.

The legislative move is motivated by recent US deportations of Indian immigrants who entered illegally. By establishing a framework for accountability, the bill seeks to safeguard Haryana residents and hold rogue agents accountable.

(With inputs from agencies.)