Arunachal tightens ILP with QR checks and Aadhaar verification plus harsher penalties Cabinet also cuts travel
ILP QR gates will reportedly end fake permits fast
Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet approved a revamped Inner Line Permit regime under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, including a fully digital eILP system with QR-code verification at every check gate. It also introduces Aadhaar-based authentication, mandatory police verification, and stricter sponsor accountability for work-related permits, alongside enhanced penalties for overstay and surprise compliance checks. The cabinet additionally cleared Tenancy Rules, 2026 and an Airport Area Development Authority Bill, 2026. At the same time, sweeping austerity steps restrict travel, reduce convoys, and push paperless and energy-saving practices.
- Digital eILP system will use QR verification at check gates
- Aadhaar authentication, police verification, and sponsor accountability are mandatory
- Higher penalties for overstay; violators can be barred for up to 2 years
- Cabinet approved Tenancy Rules, 2026 with rent authorities and dispute forums
- Airport Area Development Authority Bill, 2026 targets aero city planning changes
- Austerity includes no foreign travel for a year and 50% fewer convoys
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The Economic Times