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AHAR Association Official page of Indian Hotels and Restaurant Association (AHAR)
Website: www.ahar.in Working of Association

AHAR has 10 Zones spread over the Greater Mumbai.

Each Zone is headed by a Vice President. The Managing Committee is elected in a democratic way every year through an election process. The Office Bearers includes the Presidents, 10 Vice Presidents, Hon. Gen. Secretary, Hon. Jt. Treasure and Hon Jt. Treasurer. The Ex Presidents are the Advisors to the Association providing their valuable guidance for the smooth functioning of the Association whene

ver required. AHAR has various sub committees like Police, Excise, MCGM, Media, Promotion, Membership drive etc. Each committee is headed by an expert member on the subject and he is always ready to guide and attend to the problems faced by the members. The Retired officials of various departments and related fields are also enrolled in the Panel of Consultants for their guidance/suggestions etc in various matters.

AHAR raised the concern. The Centre responded.Big Relief for the Hospitality & Wedding Industry!In a significant develop...
21/05/2026

AHAR raised the concern. The Centre responded.

Big Relief for the Hospitality & Wedding Industry!

In a significant development, the Central Government has clarified that no music licensing fee will be charged for weddings and related social gatherings, bringing major relief to hotels, restaurants, banquet halls, and event venues across India.

The proposed single-window music licensing system, tentatively named "Sangeet Dwaar," aims to streamline the licensing process and eliminate the confusion arising from multiple competing licensing demands and inconsistent tariff structures. AHAR was the first hospitality association to bring the issue of multiple agencies levying exorbitant fees on the industry to the forefront, and it has been a vocal advocate for consolidating fee collection under a unified, single-window framework.

AHAR welcomed the move, noting that hospitality establishments have long faced challenges related to royalty collections and overlapping permissions sought by private licensing entities.

✅ Weddings & social celebrations exempted from music licensing fees
✅ Simplified licensing framework under discussion
✅ Relief for banquet halls, hotels & event organizers
✅ Move towards transparent and rationalized tariff structures

A positive step towards easing business operations and strengthening support for the hospitality sector.

Big Relief for the Hospitality & Wedding Industry! In a major move, the Central Government has clarified that no music l...
19/05/2026

Big Relief for the Hospitality & Wedding Industry!

In a major move, the Central Government has clarified that no music licensing fee will be charged for weddings and related social functions. This decision is expected to bring much-needed relief to hotels, restaurants, banquet halls, and event venues across the country.

The proposed single-window music licensing system — tentatively called “Sangeet Dwaar” — aims to simplify the process and reduce confusion caused by multiple licensing demands and varying tariff structures.

AHAR welcomed the clarification, highlighting that hospitality establishments have long faced challenges regarding royalty collections and overlapping permissions by private licensing entities.

✅ Weddings & social celebrations exempted from music licensing fees
✅ Simplified licensing framework under discussion
✅ Relief for banquet halls, hotels & event organizers
✅ Move towards transparent and rationalized tariff structures

A positive step towards easing business operations and supporting the hospitality sector.

Ahar would like to express its sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Honble Commerce & industry minister Shri Piyush...
16/05/2026

Ahar would like to express its sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Honble Commerce & industry minister Shri Piyush Goyal Ji under whose leadership a joint meeting was called with AHAR delegates yesterday 14th May 2026 in Vanijya Bhavan, New Delhi and other stake holders to discuss simplifying music licensing and promoting Ease of Doing Business.

From DPIIT side Meeting was chaired by Hon'ble Minister Shri Piyush Goyal Ji , Secretary DPIIT Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Chairman Samanway Committee Single window Shri Anup Jalota ji , Shri Sonu Nigam Distinguished Panel member, Director copy rights Madam Simran Kaur , & DPIIT team.

Ahar delegates were led by President *Shri Vijay K.Shetty and attended by Chairman copy Rights *Shri Vilas Jhaveri, Chairman Police Dr Satish Shetty & Advocate Shekhar Menon.
In continuation to our multiple representations with DPIIT team in New Delhi & through virtual mode.

We respectfully submitted the following concerns in front of the Hon'ble Minister.

1. Clarification on Licensing of Marriage & social functions -
Minister was categorical in his response stating that henceforth there will not be any charge on marriage functions and related to marriage only.
The DPIIT has officially waived music licensing fees for marriage, alleviating a major financial burden on the hospitality sector.
Members, this is a Great news for our industry and we are extremely grateful to the Hon'ble Minister listening to our prayer and giving much awaited relief to our hospitality industry.

2. Expectations of a single window licensing framework under Sangeet Dwaar
AHAR is the only body who have vociferously represented DPIIT for single window licensing framework & DPIIT also recognized the same.
Hon'ble Minister emphatically asked music companies for one week time for rationalization of tariff. Following a ministerial directive, music companies requested a one-month extension for tariff rationalization to replace arbitrary pricing with a standardized, government-approved system.

3. Clarification on collections by Private licensing entities (PPL and Novex).
Following a meeting with the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, all marriage functions are exempt from music license fees, and private entities like PPL and Novex are unauthorized to collect such royalties. The Ministry, with DPIIT oversight, affirmed that only government-registered bodies, such as RMPL and IPRS, may collect fees, with a one-month timeline set for tariff rationalization.
Shri Piyish Goyal Ji & DPIIT team acknowledged the constructive efforts of AHAR and agreed to convene another round of discussions with music companies in a months time for rationalization of the tariff.

We are grateful to the Hon'ble Minister to take out time for this important meeting and will keep you apprised about the latest happenings.

With Kind Regards,

Vijay K. Shetty
President
(AHAR)

"Official Magazine of Indian Hotel & Restaurant Association."Edition:- Jan- Mar 2026, Vol-12, Issue - 1Further informati...
15/05/2026

"Official Magazine of Indian Hotel & Restaurant Association."

Edition:- Jan- Mar 2026, Vol-12, Issue - 1

Further information, visit to:-
https://bit.ly/4tE47Tc



TodayAn Delegation of AHAR led by Mr.Vijay.K. Shetty-president, Mr.Sunil Shetty-Secretary, Mr.Shashidhar Shetty-Chairman...
13/05/2026

Today

An Delegation of AHAR led by Mr.Vijay.K. Shetty-president, Mr.Sunil Shetty-Secretary, Mr.Shashidhar Shetty-Chairman Excise, and Mr.Niranjan Shetty Chairman Legal, met *Mr.Ashish Jaiswal ,Minister of state for Finance ,Planning, Agriculture, assistance and Rehabilitation regarding double taxation of VAT in permitrooms. He immediately understood the topic after the delegation presented it as he was aware of the Subject matter and immediately instructed his PA to arrange an joint meeting of Excise and Finance department.

Hoping AHAR'S continous efforts to Abolish the double taxation will bear fruits very soon.

Team AHAR

12/05/2026

International Nurses’ Day is celebrated every year on May 12 to honor the vital role nurses play in healthcare systems worldwide. The date marks the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, whose work revolutionized nursing during the 19th century.

Happy International Nurse Day- 12 May.

10/05/2026

“हर खुशी अधूरी है, अगर माँ साथ नहीं।

“A mother’s love is the heartbeat of every home."

Happy Mother’s Day From Team Ahar Association.

Our Vision and Mission:-To become the largest and the most respected association of hotels and restaurants in Asia.
05/05/2026

Our Vision and Mission:-

To become the largest and the most respected association of hotels and restaurants in Asia.


03/05/2026

Behind every headline is a story that deserves to be told.

On World Press Freedom Day, let’s stand for truth and transparency.

World Press Day- 3 May.

01/05/2026

Garvi Gujarat, forever in our heart ❤️

Happy Gujarat Day- 1 May 2026

01/05/2026

Jai Maharashtra! 💛

A land of warriors, culture, and pride—Happy Maharashtra Day!

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