Author: Sharad Natani
In a significant move aimed at resolving one of the most persistent grievances of farmers, the Greater Noida Authority has worked out a comprehensive solution to the long-pending issue of 6 percent plot allotment. Thousands of farmers whose land was acquired years ago have been repeatedly visiting authority offices demanding their due plots. Now, a new plan promises not only faster allotment but also enhanced economic benefits. The proposal, prepared under the leadership of the Greater Noida Authority’s CEO, aims to end years of uncertainty, protests, and dissatisfaction among farmers by offering a structured and profitable alternative. A Dedicated Sector…
Anger is brewing among residents of Greater Noida’s Sector Alpha-2 after authorities granted permission for a fair to be organised in the middle of the residential area. Locals say the decision has ignored ground realities of congestion, safety, and the academic pressure faced by students, especially with board examinations just weeks away. Sector Alpha-2 is one of the most densely populated areas in Greater Noida, with over 500 shops and offices concentrated around its main market. The area witnesses heavy footfall throughout the day, while evenings often see severe traffic congestion. Residents claim that even two-wheelers struggle to pass through…
In a strong signal of zero tolerance toward civic negligence, Delhi’s newly appointed Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar has ordered daily sanitation inspections across all zones of the capital, barely days after assuming office. The move is aimed at fixing long-standing cleanliness issues and improving accountability within the municipal system. Khirwar, who took charge on January 22, 2026, has made it clear that routine paperwork will no longer substitute ground-level action. Senior municipal officials have been instructed to step out of offices and conduct daily field inspections to ensure civic services are delivered efficiently. Wide-Ranging Monitoring of…
After a prolonged delay, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has approved the formation of ward committees, nearly 11 months after the civic elections held in March 2025 and more than two years since such panels last functioned. The move is being projected as a step toward improving citizen participation in local governance, but residents’ welfare associations (RWAs) remain sceptical about how effective the decision will be on the ground. The approval was granted during a special House meeting chaired by Mayor Rajrani Malhotra, with senior officials and councillors in attendance. According to officials, the ward committees will serve as…
In a major relief for residents of East Delhi, the Trans-Yamuna Area Development Board has approved a massive Rs 728 crore package for infrastructure and civic development across the region. The decision marks one of the most significant investments in the Trans-Yamuna belt in recent years and is expected to address long-pending issues related to roads, drainage, and basic civic amenities. The funds will be used to strengthen essential public infrastructure, with a strong focus on road repairs, drainage system upgrades, and waterlogging prevention, particularly ahead of the upcoming monsoon season. For years, residents in several parts of East Delhi…
In a major push to curb rising air pollution, the Delhi government has launched an ambitious road redevelopment plan aimed at controlling dust emissions — one of the city’s biggest pollution sources. Under the initiative, 160 kilometres of roads will be upgraded across the capital by the end of 2026. The project, led by the Public Works Department (PWD), focuses on transforming selected stretches into “model roads” designed to remain largely dust-free throughout the year. Pilot Project to Test the Model As part of the first phase, four road stretches have been identified for a pilot makeover. These roads will…