Delhi Gymkhana Club to Appeal Eviction Order in High Court
Delhi Gymkhana to challenge eviction order in high court
Hindustan Times
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The Delhi Gymkhana Club plans to challenge a government eviction order for its 27.3-acre premises, citing legal mismanagement and the nature of its lease. Over 500 members have authorized Vijay Khurana to lead the legal fight, with prominent lawyers Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Kapil Sibal representing them.
- 01The Delhi Gymkhana Club is contesting an eviction order from the Land & Development Office, which demands vacating by June 5.
- 02The club argues that the government-appointed committee lacks legal authority due to expired terms and failed elections.
- 03The club's lease is characterized as perpetual, requiring compelling justification for government resumption.
- 04The case could set a precedent affecting other establishments on leased land in Delhi, potentially impacting numerous properties.
- 05The Gymkhana has requested the government to prevent dislocation of its operations until legal clarity is achieved.
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The Delhi Gymkhana Club is preparing to contest an eviction order issued by the Land & Development Office (L&DO), which requires the club to vacate its 27.3-acre site at 2, Safdarjung Road by June 5. This decision follows a resolution signed by over 500 permanent members, empowering Vijay Khurana to represent them in legal proceedings. Senior lawyers Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Kapil Sibal are set to lead the club's defense. The government claims the premises are needed for defense infrastructure and public security, invoking a public purpose clause. However, the club's legal strategy challenges the legitimacy of the government-appointed committee managing the club, citing expired terms and failure to hold elections. Additionally, the club argues that the lease is perpetual, requiring substantial justification for any government action. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for other properties in Delhi operating on similar leases, as it raises concerns about government overreach in property resumption.
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The eviction order could affect the operations of the Delhi Gymkhana Club and set a precedent for other establishments on leased land.
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