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March 31, 2025September 13, 2026

Know Your Rights: Delhi High Court Rules Against Mandatory Service Charges

Mandatory service charge collection by restaurants and hotels is now unlawful in India, following a landmark Delhi High Court ruling that restores customers’ right to decide whether to tip at all. The Delhi High Court in a case titled National Restaurant Association Of India & Ors. Vs. Union of India bearing W.P.(C) 10683/2022 on 28.03.2025

September 2, 2024September 13, 2026

Is It Compulsory to Pay a Service Charge at Hotels and Restaurants?

A service charge at a restaurant or hotel is not compulsory in India it is meant to be entirely voluntary, though the exact legal position has been shaped by ongoing CCPA guidelines and Delhi High Court litigation. If you’ve ever dined out or stayed at a hotel, you’ve likely encountered a line item on your