CCI orders probe against MakeMyTrip-Ibibo and OYO

The Competition Commission of India (CCI), in an order dated October 28, stated that there is a prima facie case for investigation against MakeMyTrip India-Ibibo Group (MMT-Go) and Oravel Stays (OYO) for alleged violations of the Competition Act. The order is in response to a complaint filed by the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI).

The CCI said that there is a prima facie case for investigation against MMT-Go and OYO for alleged violation of the provisions of Section 3(4) of the Act, which deals with anti-competitive agreements. A prima facie case for investigation under Section 4 of the Act, which deals with abuse of dominant position, has also been made out against MMT-Go. The CCI has sought a report on the investigation within 150 days.