Delhi Gymkhana Club Eviction: Centre Assures No Forceful Action Amid Legal Dispute
`Police will not forcibly vacate`: Centre tells HC over Delhi Gymkhana Club eviction row
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The Centre informed the Delhi High Court that it will not forcibly evict the Delhi Gymkhana Club from its premises. The club is contesting a directive to vacate its 27.3-acre site by June 5, citing heritage significance and legal rights.
- 01The Centre has given the Delhi Gymkhana Club until June 5 to vacate its premises but will not use force to do so.
- 02Solicitor General Tushar Mehta stated that any possession will follow legal procedures and cannot occur without proper notice.
- 03The eviction order is based on a public purpose clause in the lease, citing the need for enhanced defence infrastructure.
- 04Club members have filed a lawsuit challenging the eviction, claiming violation of their leasehold rights and lack of compensation.
- 05The Delhi Gymkhana Club, established in 1913, is recognized for its heritage value.
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During a hearing in the Delhi High Court, the Centre clarified that it will not forcibly evict the Delhi Gymkhana Club from its 27.3-acre premises in Lutyens’ Delhi, despite a directive for the club to vacate by June 5. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta emphasized that any action taken will adhere to legal procedures, requiring proper notice before possession can be transferred. The eviction order, issued on May 22, cites the need for the premises to support defence infrastructure in a sensitive area. The club's members, backed by nearly 500 supporters, have challenged this order in court, arguing that it violates their leasehold rights and lacks compensation. They assert that a previous letter from the Centre acknowledged the club's ownership rights, further complicating the legal dispute. Established in 1913, the Delhi Gymkhana Club is highly regarded for its historical significance.
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The eviction could affect the club's operations and its members' rights, as well as raise concerns about heritage preservation.
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