New Delhi, Aug. 13 -- The 107-year-old Central Secretariat Club in New Delhi is facing an eviction battle after the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) revoked its recognition and the Directorate of Estates ordered it to vacate its government-allotted premises at Park Lane, citing alleged governance, financial and administrative irregularities.

The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued notice on a plea filed by the Club challenging both orders. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma sought a response from the Central Government and directed that a short reply be filed. No one appeared for the Centre during the hearing. The matter has been listed for August 24.

The Club is represented by Senior Advocate Diya Kapur.

During the hearing, Kapur...