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NGT Demands Detailed Reports on Unauthorized Constructions in Noida, Greater Noida

Having condemned outdated evidence, the tribunal set firm deadlines for fresh reports and on-site inspections ahead of an October 8 hearing.

Representational image | A file photo of a National Green Tribunal office | Twitter/@PBNS_India
The case pertains to a petition filed in March 2024 by environmental activist and former municipal corporator Rajendra Tyagi, who flagged illegal residential and commercial development in 56 villages along the GT Road in Chhapraula region, Greater Noida. (HT Photos)

Overview

  • NGT bench criticized NOIDA’s March affidavit for providing vague action claims without identifying violators and for relying on photographic evidence dating back to November 2022.
  • Respondents including NOIDA, GNIDA, the Gautam Budh Nagar District Magistrate, and the District Ground Water Council must file affidavits with concrete particulars and supporting documents by October 8.
  • The Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board has been tasked with a three-week on-site inspection of Noida and Greater Noida to document environmental norm breaches.
  • Petitioner Rajendra Tyagi’s legal team alleged collusion between private developers and authorities, citing illegal sale deed executions, unauthorized land conversions, and missing sewage infrastructure.
  • The tribunal scheduled the next hearing for October 8, reinforcing its stepped-up oversight after a December 2024 order restraining all unauthorized construction.