BS EDIT: Parks and Recreation

By Business StandardPublished On May 26, 2026

Eviction Notice

The Centre has asked the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its premises by June 5

Due Process Debate

Questions have emerged over the short notice period and compensation for club members

Public Land Question

The case revives debate over private elite institutions occupying prime public land

Opportunity for Green Space

Central Delhi faces a shortage of large public parks despite its growing population

Global Comparisons

Cities like New York, London, and Kolkata offer far larger central green spaces to residents

Different Institutions

Bodies like the India International Centre serve broader public and cultural purposes beyond membership

Bigger Civic Vision

The larger challenge is balancing heritage, public access, and urban planning in the capital