Former Lt Governor Kiran Bedi Criticises Eviction Notice to Delhi Gymkhana Club, Calls Move 'Unfortunate'
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- •Kiran Bedi, former Lt Governor of Puducherry and BJP leader, has criticised the eviction notice issued to the Delhi Gymkhana Club, calling it "unfortunate."
- •The Delhi Gymkhana Club was established on July 3, 1913, as the Imperial Delhi Gymkhana Club, initially serving colonial administrators and military officers.
- •The eviction notice, reportedly issued by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), alleges violations of building norms and land-use regulations by the club.
- •Club officials have denied any wrongdoing, asserting that the premises are used in accordance with approved plans and that the club has been operating legally for over a century.
Former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry and BJP leader Kiran Bedi has stirred controversy by describing the eviction notice issued to the Delhi Gymkhana Club as "unfortunate." The notice, reportedly issued by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), has drawn sharp reactions from several quarters, including political leaders and heritage conservationists.
The Delhi Gymkhana Club, originally established on July 3, 1913, as the Imperial Delhi Gymkhana Club, was founded to cater to colonial administrators and military officers. Over the decades, it has evolved into a prestigious social and recreational hub in the heart of Delhi, known for its sprawling grounds, tennis courts, and clubhouse. The club’s history is deeply intertwined with the city’s colonial past and post-independence evolution, making it a symbol of both heritage and exclusivity.
