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Defence
Government Takes Over 39.5‑Acre Air Force Sports Complex Near Prime Minister’s Delhi Residence
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 01:32 AM
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The central government has assumed control of the 39.5‑acre Air Force Sports Complex located close to the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi, according to reports.
New Delhi – The government has taken over the Air Force Sports Complex spanning 39.5 acres, which lies in the vicinity of the Prime Minister’s official residence in Delhi. The move was reported by The Economic Times and marks a rare transfer of defence‑owned land to civilian administration.
The complex, previously managed by the Indian Air Force, has been used for various sporting and training activities for armed‑forces personnel. Officials did not disclose the immediate purpose of the takeover, but sources suggest it could be linked to broader urban development plans in the capital.
No details were released regarding compensation, future usage or any impact on existing sporting facilities. The decision underscores the government's intent to reassess the utilization of strategic assets situated in prime city locations.
Stakeholders from the defence establishment are expected to be consulted as the administration outlines the next steps for the property.
The development comes at a time when Delhi is witnessing several infrastructure projects aimed at improving public amenities around high‑profile government zones.
The complex, previously managed by the Indian Air Force, has been used for various sporting and training activities for armed‑forces personnel. Officials did not disclose the immediate purpose of the takeover, but sources suggest it could be linked to broader urban development plans in the capital.
No details were released regarding compensation, future usage or any impact on existing sporting facilities. The decision underscores the government's intent to reassess the utilization of strategic assets situated in prime city locations.
Stakeholders from the defence establishment are expected to be consulted as the administration outlines the next steps for the property.
The development comes at a time when Delhi is witnessing several infrastructure projects aimed at improving public amenities around high‑profile government zones.