Hotels booking platform Oyo has made a big change in its rules and under this, it has decided to ban the entry of unmarried couples in the hotels associated with the platform.

New OYO rule imposed from Merrut city

It is being started from Meerut. PTI’s report published on Business Today states that OYO has made a big announcement and has now decided to ban the entry of unmarried couples in its associated hotels. Meaning, that if a couple wants to book a room at Oyo Hotel, they will have to present proof of their marriage. A new rule to ban check-in of unmarried couples brought by travel and hospitality platform Oyo will be implemented this year and this is starting from Meerut and Oyo-connected hotels in the city have been instructed to implement these rules immediately.

OYO’s updated guidelines clearly state that all couples, including those booking online, will now have to produce valid proof of their relationship at the time of check-in. Along with this, it has also been said in the report quoting sources that after the company implemented this rule in Meerut, its feedback and depending on the effectiveness, it can be expanded to other cities also.

According to reports, the company was contacted by some local people and civil society groups, especially in Meerut and some other cities, and an appeal was made on their behalf not to give hotel rooms to unmarried couples. Regarding this, the company has made a big change in its guidelines. This step of the company can also be helpful in encouraging customers for longer stays and re-booking and increasing their confidence.