Author: Sharad Natani
In a major infrastructure boost for Ghaziabad, the long-standing demand for a four-lane bridge over the Hindon River has finally received official approval. The proposed bridge, aimed at directly connecting Vasundhara and Siddharth Vihar, was cleared during a high-level meeting chaired by Housing Commissioner Dr Balkaar Singh. The proposal is now set to receive final clearance in the upcoming December board meeting. Single-lane bridge causes daily traffic chaos At present, traffic between Vasundhara and Siddharth Vihar depends on a single-lane bridge at the Hindon Barrage. This narrow stretch handles traffic from both directions, resulting in heavy congestion during morning and…
In a major boost to local infrastructure, the Greater Noida Authority has issued tenders for multiple development works covering both urban sectors and nearby villages. The move follows long-standing demands raised by residents and local representatives. Officials have confirmed that development work will begin soon once the tender process is completed. 22 locations selected for new works and maintenance According to authority officials, a total of 22 locations have been identified where either new development work or annual maintenance will be carried out. While fresh construction will be taken up at several places, routine upkeep and resurfacing will also be…
In a significant development for urban residential safety, three prominent high-rise housing societies in Noida have declared themselves free from stray dog problems. The societies — Eldeco Aamantran in Sector-119, Exotica Fresco in Sector-137, and Purvanchal Royal Park — claim that systematic management, awareness campaigns, and coordinated security measures have helped eliminate stray dog movement within their premises. Improved sense of safety for children and elderly Residents say the initiative has greatly increased the sense of safety, especially for children and senior citizens. Morning walks, playtime, and daily movement within the society premises have become more comfortable, reducing anxiety among…
In a major step toward smart city management, the Noida Authority’s water department is preparing to introduce a high-tech remote monitoring system to improve the city’s water supply network. The new system will allow officials to detect supply disruptions and technical faults even before residents register complaints, ensuring faster response and better service delivery. Problems to be detected from a central control room Once operational, officers sitting at a central control and remote monitoring centre will be able to see real-time data on water supply across different sectors. The system will instantly show which sector or locality is facing supply…
Noida is widely regarded as one of Uttar Pradesh’s most prosperous cities. Often described as the state’s industrial capital and development showcase, the city is home to many high-net-worth individuals. While names of prominent business leaders frequently make headlines, Noida’s richest resident remains largely unknown to the public. The richest man of Noida you may not recognise With an estimated net worth of around ₹35,140 crore, the title of Noida’s richest person belongs to Aditya Khemka. Despite commanding enormous wealth and influence, his name rarely appears in popular discussions. Khemka is the founder and Managing Director of Aditya Infotech Limited,…
With the rapid rise in vehicles and shrinking parking space, traffic pressure has become a daily challenge in Noida. In response, the Noida Authority has taken a significant step toward smart urban infrastructure by planning automated puzzle parking systems in multiple sectors of the city. This initiative is aimed at reducing roadside parking, easing congestion, and making better use of limited land. Tender process begins for Noida’s first puzzle parking According to officials, the tender process for Noida’s first automated puzzle parking project in Sector-63 has attracted interest from two agencies. The submitted documents are currently under scrutiny, and once…