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HAMPTONS CIGAR MANUFACTORY & MUSEUM ANNOUNCES “THE GYMKHANA CIGAR”: A SYMBOL OF CIVIC DEFIANCE AMIDST HISTORIC CLUB’S EVICTION
SAG HARBOR, N.Y. – July 17, 2026 – Hamptons Cigar Manufactory & Museum, based in Sag Harbor, New York, proudly announces the launch of its newest and most exclusive offering: The Gymkhana Cigar. Available strictly to members of private country clubs around the world and completely restricted from the general public, this extraordinary cigar serves as a bold statement of solidarity and a “civic smoke” of revolt against the recent measures taken to shut down the historic Delhi Gymkhana Club in the heart of India’s capital.
Recently, the Union government of India issued an eviction notice to the Delhi Gymkhana Club, demanding the institution vacate its 27-acre premises on Safdarjung Road. The government has cited the need for the land for defense infrastructure and public security. In response to this controversy, Lak Vohra, Founder of the Hamptons Cigar Manufactory & Museum, created The Gymkhana Cigar to express his great displeasure and rally global support for the preservation of this legacy institution.
Vohra’s connection to New Delhi and the Gymkhana Club runs incredibly deep. Born in New Delhi at the Military Hospital, he maintains extraordinarily close ties to the city, visits frequently, and keeps several homes across North India. He is a proud resident of Vasant Vihar, New Delhi, and a graduate of the prestigious Hansraj College. During his time at Hansraj, he was a batch mate of celebrated movie stars such as Shahrukh Khan and Manoj Bajpayee. Furthermore, many of his college classmates from India currently hold top positions running the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and are distinguished OCI, PIO, and Aadhaar Card holders.
The Gymkhana Club is a deeply personal cornerstone of Vohra’s heritage. Multiple generations of his family have been active members of the esteemed institution, which famously holds a waiting list of over 20 years. The sudden threat to the club’s existence has sent shockwaves through its international membership base.
Vohra noted that many of his personal friends residing in the United States, who are still active members of this illustrious club, share his profound frustration. These members are deeply upset by this development and plan to communicate this immense inconvenience directly to President Donald Trump in person in the near future.
The Gymkhana Cigar is meticulously crafted for the distinguished palate, serving as both a premium smoking experience and a conversation piece for the elite club members of the world to discuss the preservation of heritage, property rights, and historic institutions.
About Hamptons Cigar Manufactory & Museum
Located in Sag Harbor, N.Y., the Hamptons Cigar Manufactory & Museum is dedicated to the artistry, history, and culture of premium cigar making. Founded by Lak Vohra, the establishment caters to the world’s most discerning aficionados, blending rich history with unparalleled craftsmanship.
Media Contact:
Lak Vohra
Founder, Hamptons Cigar Manufactory & Museum
Sag Harbor, N.Y.
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