Government Sends Eviction Notice to Delhi Gymkhana Club

The Union Government has reportedly started eviction proceedings against the Delhi Gymkhana Club, saying that the club is staying on government land without legal permission after its lease ended on May 22, 2026.

The notice was issued under the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971. The club has been asked to appear before the Estate Officer on July 7, 2026, and explain why it should not be evicted from the 27.3 acre property located on Safdarjung Road in New Delhi.

The government reportedly said that the land belongs to the Union of India and is needed for important public purposes. According to the notice, the property is required to strengthen defence infrastructure, improve public security, build governance facilities, and support other public-interest projects. The government also stated that after the lease was officially ended, the club no longer had the legal right to remain on the property and its continued occupation is considered unauthorised.

Why the Government Wants the Land

Before issuing the eviction notice, the Land and Development Office (L&DO) had reportedly asked the club on May 22 to hand over the property by June 5. The government said the lease agreement allows it to take back the land whenever it is required for a public purpose.

According to officials, the Delhi Gymkhana Club did not vacate the premises even after receiving the notice. The Estate Officer has warned that if the club does not submit its reply or attend the hearing on July 7, the case may be decided without hearing its side.

• The club's lease ended on May 22, 2026.
• The property covers 27.3 acres on Safdarjung Road, New Delhi.
• The government says the land is needed for defence and public projects.
• The club must appear before the Estate Officer on July 7, 2026.
• If the club fails to respond, eviction orders may be passed without its defence.

The land of Gymkhana Club was first leased in 1928 for the Imperial Delhi Gymkhana Club during British rule.The present buildings were constructed in the 1930s.
After receiving the earlier order to vacate the property, members of the club approached the Delhi High Court seeking relief.

The final decision on whether the club will be evicted will depend on the hearing before the Estate Officer on July 7, 2026, and the response submitted by the Delhi Gymkhana Club.