Delhi Gymkhana Club Seeks Meeting with Housing Ministry Amid Government Order to Vacate
Delhi Gymkhana Club seeks appointment with Housing Ministry, says priority to ensure operations continue without dislocation
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The Delhi Gymkhana Club, located at 2 Safdarjung Road, New Delhi, is seeking a meeting with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to discuss its operations after the government ordered the club to vacate by June 5 for urgent public purposes. The club aims to ensure continuity of its services without disruption.
- 01The Delhi Gymkhana Club has been ordered to vacate its premises by June 5, 2023.
- 02The club's Officiating Secretary has requested a meeting with officials from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
- 03The government cites the need for the land for strengthening defense infrastructure and public security.
- 04The club, established in 1913, is one of India's oldest and most prestigious social clubs.
- 05The club's members are concerned about the impact on their interests and those of the club's employees.
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The Delhi Gymkhana Club, a historic institution located at 2 Safdarjung Road in New Delhi, is facing a directive from the Indian government to vacate its premises by June 5, 2023. This order has been issued under the premise of urgent public interest and national security, as the site is deemed necessary for enhancing defense infrastructure. In response to this sudden development, the club's Officiating Secretary has reached out to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, seeking an appointment to discuss the implications of the order on club operations and its members. The club, which has been operational since 1913, is regarded as one of the most prestigious clubs in India. The Secretary emphasized that the club's priority is to maintain its operations without disruption and has requested clarity from the Land & Development Office (L&DO) on several issues affecting its members and employees. The club's management is awaiting a response from the ministry before proceeding further.
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The eviction order could disrupt the club's operations, affecting its members and employees who rely on its services.
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