Mohali, Aug. 11 -- In the run-up to Independence Day, Mohali police on Sunday launched a checking drive across the city, with a focus particularly on hotels and paying guest (PG) accommodations,with an aim to enhance vigilance and prevent any untoward incidents during Independence Day celebrations.

Around 11.30 am, a team led by SP (city) Sirivennela inspected multiple locations in the Mataur area.

Police checked guest records at hotels, instructed owners to ensure proper verification before allotting rooms and warned against accommodating anyone without identity proof. Owners were also told to submit guest records for the past month to the police.

PG accommodations underwent a similar scrutiny. Officers verified the names, addresses a...