India, June 22 -- The Roshanara Club in north Delhi is set to make its return as a social hub, with the Delhi Development Authority (DDA)-in a first, since its takeover of the club in 2023-planning to reopen the clubhouse and resume food and beverage (F&B) service after months of restricted activity.

The 103-year-old club, which was established during the British era, remained partially functional since its takeover from private management, offering sports facilities-cricket, tennis and swimming-on a pay-to-play model. While the club remained exclusive to its members since the British era, the DDA opened it to the public after its takeover.

"We gradually made repairs and started most of the sports facilities in phases, starting with ind...