Centre takes over 39.5 acres of land housing IAF’s sports complex at Race Course
The Indian Air Force has transferred 39.5 acres of land, including a sports complex, to the Land and Development Office in New Delhi. This move is part of a broader government initiative to reclaim and repurpose prime land parcels near the Prime Minister's residence.
Why it matters
The reclamation of high-value government land near strategic locations suggests a shift in urban planning and administrative control in the capital.
NEW DELHI: Indian Air Force has handed over 39.5 acres of land housing its sports complex at Race Course Air Force Station on Lok Kalyan Marg to Land and Development Office (L&DO). The prime land parcel located close to PM's residence has sporting facilities, such as a golf course, swimming pool and restaurants.People aware of the development said complete take over of the green area has happened and now, a joi-nt survey will be conducted by Defence Estate Office, Indian Air Force and L&DO to determine the exact boundaries of the land and examine any variation in measurements.TOI on Oct 4 had first reported that the housing and urban affairs ministry had communicated to the…
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