As India Erases Its Colonial Past, Delhi’s Elite Feel Targeted

As India Erases Its Colonial Past, Delhi’s Elite Feel Targeted

India's government is moving to shut down Delhi's Gymkhana Club, an institution that Prime Minister Modi labels as a symbol of colonial rule. Some elite members of the club, however, believe that the real motive behind this push might be something more sinister. This move is part of a broader campaign to dismantle colonial legacies, but it's sparking debate about the potential overreach and the impact on the country’s cultural and social elite. The controversy underscores a growing tension between modernization and preserving historical traditions.

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