New Delhi, May 23 -- Advocate and third-generation member of the Delhi Gymkhana Club Riya Sachthey has raised concern over the Centre's direction asking the club to hand over its premises by June 5, citing public purpose, defence infrastructure and national security considerations, saying she accepts the move if it is in the national interest.

She also flagged concerns over its implications for members and staff. Sachthey said she was initially "appalled" after seeing the notice, but noted that the lease deed contains provisions related to re-entry for public use.

Speaking to ANI on Saturday, she said, "I have been a third-generation member of the Delhi Gymkhana Club. I was pretty appalled when I saw this notice. But when I read through...