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Delhi High Court seeks Centre reply on Gymkhana eviction
LiveLaw··6 Jul
The Delhi High Court on July 6, 2026, sought the Central Government's response on pleas by Delhi Gymkhana Club members and staff against a show cause notice for eviction from Safdarjung Road premises. Justice Avneesh Jhingan issued notice on applications seeking stay. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta will file the Centre's response before the next hearing on July 28.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Club members face uncertainty over access to Safdarjung Road facilities.
- Staff employment depends on outcome of the eviction legal battle.
- Defence land use decisions can displace long-established institutions.
What's Happening
- Delhi High Court issued notice to Centre on July 6.
- Members and staff challenged show cause notice for eviction.
- Next hearing scheduled for July 28 with stay applications pending.
Legal Context
- Centre ordered vacation citing defence infrastructure needs.
- Premises leased to Delhi Gymkhana Club for social and sporting use.
- Suits challenging the vacation order had summons issued last month.
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