Question : UNAUTHORISED OCCUPATION OF DEFENCE LAND



(a) the number of clubs run commercially despite expiry of lease on Defence lands;

(b) the amount of money owe to the Government by such establishments as arrears till date; and

(c) the steps being taken to remove them and recover the dues?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI GEORGE FERNANDES)

Twelve clubs are running on Defence land after expiry of their respective leases.


(b) & (c): The details of rent recoverable from the Clubs will be known only after a decision is taken by the Government about the continuance or otherwise of lease of these clubs and the lease rent, as decided, will be recovered as arrears.