To curb chaos & overtourism, Mussoorie makes tourist pre-registration mandatory
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The newly introduced digital system, as per an official notice, is designed to ease congestion and improve the travel experience, especially during weekends and peak tourist seasons.
In a significant move aimed at managing the growing influx of tourists and ensuring a smooth and sustainable visitor experience, authorities have made mandatory pre-registration a requirement for all travellers entering Mussoorie. The hill station, often referred to as the “Queen of Hills”, has witnessed a rise in tourism over the past two years, with footfalls doubling to over 2.1 million in 2024 alone, resulting in overtourism.
The newly introduced digital system, as per an official notice, is designed to ease congestion and improve the travel experience, especially during weekends and peak tourist seasons. Visitors are now required to register online before entering Mussoorie, a move that authorities believe will bring much-needed discipline and planning to tourism in the region.
Notably, all visitors must register on an online portal before entering Mussoorie. Travellers can submit contact, vehicle, and passenger details through a quick and user-friendly interface. Registration is authenticated via a one-time password (OTP) sent to the traveller’s phone. Once registered, visitors receive a QR code, which must be presented at the checkpoint for entry into the town.
This digital mechanism aims to streamline inflows, reduce long traffic jams, and protect the fragile hill ecology while also enhancing the overall visitor experience. Authorities say that the new system will be instrumental in maintaining safety and order amid Mussoorie’s growing popularity.
Pro tip? Register online before you start your journey to avoid delays at the checkpoint. Also, the government has advised to plan travel timings carefully to avoid weekend rush hours.
Tourists are also advised to check the official website or tourism board announcements for detailed instructions and links to the registration portal.
