By PC Bureau
New Delhi, July 27 — Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena on Saturday unveiled the restored and refurbished Roshanara Club, a landmark colonial-era institution steeped in over a century of cultural and sporting heritage. He was joined by North East Delhi MP Shri Praveen Khandelwal and MLAs Shri Ashok Goel and Shri Surya Prakash Khatri at the inauguration ceremony.
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The historic club, nestled in North Delhi and once a vibrant social retreat during the British Raj, had long fallen into disrepair. Years of neglect had left its vintage architecture crumbling and its facilities in a state of near abandonment. In January 2023, the LG directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to initiate a comprehensive restoration of the club, preserving its historical integrity while upgrading its infrastructure.
Speaking at the reopening event, LG Saxena described the revival as “a proud moment for Delhi,” adding, “With the Roshanara Club reopening its doors to the people of Delhi, I invite all to be a part of its rich legacy and savour its cultural charm.”
Unveiled the restored and refurbished DDA Roshanara Club along with Hon’ble MP, Shri Praveen Khandelwal and Hon’ble MLAs, Shri Ashok Goel and Shri Surya Prakash Khatri.
The over-a-century old club, with its heritage colonial charm, vintage architecture and the myriad… pic.twitter.com/jHojt1YuUP
— LG Delhi (@LtGovDelhi) July 27, 2025
The revamped club showcases its original colonial-era architecture, now carefully restored, alongside modern recreational and sporting amenities for public use. The rejuvenated structure includes enhanced green spaces, improved club facilities, and restored interiors that retain the aesthetic of the past.
“More than a building, Roshanara Club is a symbol of Delhi’s layered history—from Mughal princess Roshanara to the colonial period and into modern India,” said MP Praveen Khandelwal. “Its revival is a step toward honouring our city’s heritage.”
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Originally established in 1922 by the British, the club has hosted generations of Delhi’s elite and cultural figures. Its sprawling lawns, tennis courts, and dining halls were once a hub for social gatherings and sporting events.
With the restoration now complete, the Roshanara Club is open to the public, promising to once again serve as a centre for cultural enrichment, heritage appreciation, and leisure in the heart of the capital.
