Centre orders re-entry, resumption of Delhi Gymkhana Club land citing public interest
The Central Government has ordered the re-entry and resumption of the Delhi Gymkhana Club land, citing urgent public interest. This decision affects a 27.3-acre plot that was originally leased for social and sporting purposes. The government claims the land is necessary for strengthening defense infrastructure and other public security needs.
- ▪The order was issued by the ministry of housing and urban affairs on May 22, 2026.
- ▪The Delhi Gymkhana Club was established in 1913 and is one of the oldest clubs in India.
- ▪The government invoked Clause 4 of the lease deed to terminate the lease for public purposes.
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Centre orders re-entry, resumption of Delhi Gymkhana Club land citing public interestThe land had originally been leased to the Delhi Gymkhana Club for the purpose of maintaining a social and sporting club.Updated on: May 23, 2026 1:35 PM ISTANIShare viaCopy link The Central Government on Friday ordered the re-entry and resumption of the Delhi Gymkhana Club premises situated at 2, Safdarjung Road, New Delhi, citing urgent public purpose and national interest considerations.Delhi Gymkhana Club was established in 1913.The order was issued on May 22, by the ministry of housing and urban affairs through the Land & Development Office (L&DO).What the issue isAccording to the order, the land had originally been leased to the Imperial Delhi Gymkhana Club Ltd., now known as Delhi Gymkhana Club…
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