In a major legislative overhaul, the Delhi government plans to repeal the 2007 Bed and Breakfast Act during the upcoming Monsoon Session. The move aims to streamline tourism and boost ease of doing business in the capital.

Key Takeaways

  • Delhi Govt to table a Bill to repeal the 2007 B&B Registration and Regulation Act.
  • Three new Bills, including the 'Ease of Delivery of Service Bill 2026', will be presented.
  • The new B&B policy focuses on self-certification and reducing approval times from 30 to 7 days.
  • Two CAG reports and electricity commission notifications will also be tabled.

The Delhi government is gearing up for a significant legislative push in the upcoming four-day Monsoon Session. Speaker Vijender Gupta confirmed that the Assembly’s Business Advisory Committee has decided to table a Bill to repeal the 'National Capital Territory of Delhi (Incredible India) Bed and Breakfast Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2007'.

This legislative move follows the tragic fire at a Malviya Nagar B&B facility that claimed 23 lives, including several foreign nationals. The repeal is intended to pave the way for a more modern and responsive regulatory framework.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that this is not just a legal update but a strategic economic move. By transitioning to the proposed 'Delhi Bed & Breakfast Policy, 2026', the government aims to replace cumbersome bureaucracy with a self-certification model. Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra noted that the new policy seeks to reduce approval windows from 30 days to just seven working days.

Replacing outdated 2007 regulations with a self-certification framework is essential to modernizing Delhi's hospitality sector and ensuring investor confidence.

Furthermore, the government is working on the 'Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026'. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasized that the administration wants to create a system where entrepreneurs focus on growth rather than navigating complex government procedures. The bill proposes no routine inspections for low-risk industries for a period of three years.

Historical Background

The 2007 Act has long been criticized for being outdated and failing to keep pace with the rapid urban and technological changes in Delhi. The recent safety lapse in Malviya Nagar underscored the urgent need for a regulatory overhaul that balances ease of operation with stringent safety compliance.

Did You Know?: Under the proposed reforms, low-risk industries could enjoy a three-year moratorium on routine government inspections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: What happens between the repeal of the old law and the new policy?
Answer: During this interim period, the Central Government's rules on B&Bs will apply in Delhi.

Question 2: Which other major bills are being tabled?
Answer: The Delhi (Right of Citizen to Time Bound and Ease of Delivery of Service) Bill, 2026, will also be introduced.