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Inside one of India’s oldest former colonial clubs as it faces threat of closure

The highly exclusive Delhi Gymkhana Club, that counts bureaucrats, diplomats, and military officers among its members, is facing an existential crisis as the Modi government attempts to reclaim the land it occupies in heart of Delhi. Maroosha Muzaffar reports

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Delhi Gymkhana takeover: How the govt came to ‘clean up’ but left a bigger mess

On August 13, 2022, during Covid, a Tiranga rally for Independence Day was taken out from the Delhi Gymkhana Club situated across the road from the Prime Minister’s house – perhaps the most heavily guarded square kilometre in India.

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The Indian club that outlasted the British may not survive Modi

The Indian government has moved to evict the historic Delhi Gymkhana Club from its 27-acre site in central Delhi, saying the land near Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence is needed for public use and security reasons. The Housing Ministry has asked the club to vacate by June 5.

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Delhi’s most exclusive former ‘Imperial’ club has survived over 100 years – but now faces closure order

IN FOCUS: Critics say despite its elitist roots, the Delhi Gymkhana Club is a cultural and heritage space and an undeniable part of the city’s history. Maroosha Muzaffar reports from Delhi

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Delhi High Court sets aside stay on eviction notice to Delhi Race Club

The Delhi High Court granted the Centre's appeal. An order staying a show-cause notice for the Delhi Race Club's eviction has been set aside. The club faces eviction from its 84-acre Lutyens' Delhi premises. The Centre claims the club is in unauthorised occupation. The lease deed expired in 1994. Proceedings…

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Delhi Gymkhana Club vs Centre: The legal fight over one of India’s most elite social addresses

The Centre has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its 27.3-acre Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5, citing urgent need for defence infrastructure and public projects. The club, a century-old elite institution, has challenged the order in the Delhi High Court, sparking a legal battle over reclaiming leased land…

The Economic Times

Delhi Gymkhana seeks alternative land for relocation of club in case takeover proceeds

The Delhi Gymkhana Club committee has appealed to the Centre to maintain the club's operations. They seek clarity on relocation and employee protection. The committee highlights the club's financial turnaround and administrative improvements. Members also voiced concerns about the proposed takeover, calling it illegal. Discussions are ongoing with officials to…

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'Our fight is for survival': Delhi Gymkhana Club management assures staff jobs are safe

Delhi Gymkhana Club employees received assurances their jobs are secure. The club management stated it will not close immediately. This comes after the government directed the club to vacate its Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5. Employees expressed anxiety over their livelihoods. Legal and administrative efforts are underway to protect…

The Economic Times

Delhi Gymkhana Club has MF investments worth Rs 200 crore, earned more from food and parties than sports: Financial report

Delhi Gymkhana Club saw its surplus surge nearly ten times to Rs 9.5 crore in 2023-24. Restaurants, bars, and banquets drove this revenue growth. The club maintains strong financial reserves despite land lease and legal challenges. This financial success draws attention to its shift from sports to other operations. Membership…

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Delhi Gymkhana club members move HC against centre's vacate order, matter to be heard tomorrow

Delhi Gymkhana Club members have approached the Delhi High Court. They are challenging the Central Government's order to vacate its 27.3-acre Safdarjung Road premises. The government wants the land for public-interest projects. The Club has requested no dislocation until issues are addressed. The court will hear the matter soon.

The Economic Times

Club rules need not apply: Reclaiming 'commons' on which Delhi Gymkhana Club stands must be a start for other such returns

The government has taken control of Delhi Gymkhana Club. This action highlights issues of nepotism and valuable land in other elite clubs across India. Many of these clubs, established during the British Raj, now operate on hereditary membership. This practice grants automatic membership to descendants, limiting access for others. The…

The Economic Times

"Rahul Gandhi is member of Delhi Gymkhana Club...reason enough to destroy it": Congress leader Raashid Alvi slams Centre

The Delhi Gymkhana Club has been ordered to vacate its premises by June 5. The government cites urgent public purpose and national interest. Congress leader Rashid Alvi alleges the move is politically motivated due to Rahul Gandhi's membership. The club seeks to continue operations without disruption and has requested a…

The Economic Times

Centre's move to take over Delhi Gymkhana Club leaves staff worried over jobs, future

Employees at the Delhi Gymkhana Club face job loss after the Centre ordered them to vacate the premises by June 5. Many workers, some with decades of service, expressed deep anxiety about their livelihoods and ability to support their families. The club plans to challenge the government's order in court.

The Economic Times

Delhi Gymkhana Club seeks appointment with Housing Ministry, says priority to ensure operations continue without dislocation

The Delhi Gymkhana Club faces a government order to vacate its premises by June 5. The Centre cites urgent public purpose and national interest for the resumption of the land. The club has requested a meeting with ministry officials to discuss the matter. Its priority is to ensure uninterrupted operations…

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Uncertainty looms over 600 staff after Centre orders Gymkhana Club to vacate premises by June 5

Nearly 600 Delhi Gymkhana Club employees are anxious over job security. The Centre has directed the club to hand over its premises by June 5. This land is needed for urgent institutional needs and public interest projects. Staff are awaiting clarity on their future. The club management is exploring legal…

The Economic Times

'Shocked' members mull legal action after Centre asks Delhi Gymkhana to vacate premises by June 5

The Centre has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5. The land is needed for defence infrastructure and public security. Members are fuming and considering legal action. The club, established in 1913, has around 11,000 members. The Land and Development Office will take…

The Economic Times

Centre asks Delhi Gymkhana Club to hand over premises by June 5

The Centre has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5. The 27.3-acre plot is needed for strengthening defence infrastructure and public security. The Land & Development Office issued the order, citing the lease deed's clause for re-entry. The club plans to challenge the…

Newslaundry

Did Delhi police hush up a ‘security threat’ to Narendra Modi in Lutyens’ Delhi?

Eight months after a major security protocol breach, where the prime minister was stranded on a flyover in Punjab for 20 minutes, yet another security threat – albeit a minor one – was reported from his official residence in Lutyens’ Delhi.

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Richa Chadha has picked up 5 designers for her wedding trousseau

Bollywood actors Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are all set to tie the knot and Richa is surely not the one to go the conventional route. The actress is apparently working non stop between her hectic work schedule to plan a rather interesting wedding for herself and her beau, Ali…

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Gymkhana Club row: Government seeks civil and criminal immunity for its directors

The Narendra Modi government has approached the National Company Law Tribunal seeking civil and criminal immunity for all six members of the committee it appointed in April to run the Delhi Gymkhana Club. The committee was tasked with setting the exclusive club in order following allegations of financial irregularities as…

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Reporters Without Orders Ep 230: Trans people allege assault, Delhi Gymkhana Club faces scrutiny

In this episode, host Ayush Tiwari is joined by Newslaundry’s Nidhi Suresh and Shivnarayan Rajpurohit.

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Delhi’s Gymkhana Club is new battleground against ‘family fiefdoms’

The central government’s crusade against “family fiefdoms” seems to have reached the doorsteps of the elite Delhi Gymkhana Club, with the union ministry of corporate affairs alleging a violation of norms to fast-track membership claims of relatives of a “select coterie”, and concerns among members about alleged attempts to trace…

The Times of India

NCLT: Hand over charge of Delhi Gymkhana Club ‘forthwith’

NEW DELHI : The National Company Law Tribunal’s decision to allow the central government to take over the management of the Delhi Gymkhana Club is a major jolt to the powerful notables of the national capital.

The Times of India

We'll enjoy home advantage against Denmark, says Bopanna ahead of Davis Cup tie

NEW DELHI: Veteran doubles player Rohan Bopanna on Tuesday said that India will start as favourites against Denmark on the grass courts of the Delhi Gymkhana Club in the Davis Cup World Group-I Play-off tie, starting on Friday.

The Times of India

Davis Cup: Denmark's singles squad is not as deep in absence of Rune, says India's Gunneswaran

NEW DELHI: India's ace tennis player Prajnesh Gunneswaran ahead of the Davis Cup tie against Denmark on Monday said that rankings don't matter so much and added that the Danish team's singles squad is not deep as it could have been after the World No. 90 Holger Rune confirmed his…

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