Historic Jantar Mantar Road Bungalow and Its Legal Tussles

7, Jantar Mantar Road in Delhi, formerly the INC headquarters, faces legal debates about its ownership. Despite paying for ownership decades ago, the Congress remains in a tussle with legal entities to execute a sale deed for the British-era bungalow. The dispute continues in court.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 18-05-2026 13:06 IST | Created: 18-05-2026 13:06 IST
Historic Jantar Mantar Road Bungalow and Its Legal Tussles
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In the heart of Delhi lies 7, Jantar Mantar Road, an elegant British-era bungalow historically linked to the Indian National Congress (INC). Once the party's headquarters, it now finds itself embroiled in a legal battle over its ownership.

Recently, the Delhi High Court has sought responses from the central and Delhi governments on a petition filed by the INC, which seeks the execution of a sale deed for the property. Despite financial transactions dating back to 1959, the deed has yet to be finalized due to ongoing legal hurdles.

The property has a storied past, having witnessed numerous protests and historical political movements. As the legal battle unfolds, the significance of this iconic structure remains undeniable for many who have followed its history. The court has scheduled further proceedings for September 14.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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