Congress Faces Eviction from Key Delhi Offices
The Congress party is facing a deadline to vacate its offices at 24 Akbar Road and 5 Raisina Road in Recent Delhi, potentially disrupting the party’s operations and carrying symbolic weight. Notices to vacate the premises were issued with a deadline of March 28, 2026.
The properties have served as key centers for party coordination and decision-making in Delhi for decades. The potential loss of 24 Akbar Road, long associated with the Congress leadership, has both symbolic and operational implications for the party.
Government Action and Congress Response
According to sources within the Congress party, the eviction notices were received a few days ago, leaving limited time to respond. Leaders have expressed concern, noting the government’s approach is more assertive than in previous instances. “We are exploring legal options available before us but this time government is more aggressive than previous times,” a party leader stated.
The party is considering various options, including legal challenges and seeking an extension from the government. One possibility under discussion is attempting to secure continued access by having a senior leader appointed to the Rajya Sabha and requesting a bungalow allocation in their name.
Significance of the Properties
24 Akbar Road holds significant historical and political importance for the Congress party, having served as a nerve center for its activities for many years. Whereas the party has moved much of its operations to Indira Bhavan, the Akbar Road address remains symbolically important. 5 Raisina Road houses the office of the Indian Youth Congress.
Congress leaders have pointed out that the party has been paying market rent for the property, questioning the justification for the eviction notice. Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi has criticized the move as “illegal and politically motivated,” stating the party will pursue all available legal avenues to protect the space. Pgurus
Recent Developments
The eviction notices were served on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, according to reports from India Today and India TV News. The situation remains fluid as the Congress party assesses its options before the March 28 deadline.
Zeenews also reported on the eviction notices.
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