NOIDA: A delegation from the Federation of Noida Residents Welfare Associations (FONRWA), representing over 150 RWAs, recently met with officials from the Noida Authority to urge action on delayed civic projects ahead of Diwali.
The executive committee held discussions with Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M., along with ACEOs Krishna Karunesh and Satishpal, OSD Mahendra Prasad, and GMs A.K. Arora, S.P. Singh, and R.P. Singh, as well as DGM Vijay Rawal and others.
FONRWA president Yogendra Sharma expressed concerns that development initiatives across various sectors have been halted and decisions from a prior RWA meeting remain unaddressed.
The CEO responded that at least 100 projects have received approval, and a list will be shared with the federation. “We will also expedite other pending works,” assured Lokesh M.
The delegation highlighted several grievances, including unauthorized constructions by residents of affordable housing, such as enclosed balconies and built walls. FONRWA secretary-general K.K. Jain reported that the CEO ordered a survey by sector and committed to taking necessary actions.
Water supply disruptions emerged as a pressing issue, as residents noted that the cleaning of the Ganga Canal in Haridwar leads to supply interruptions lasting 15–30 days. The reliance on ranney wells often leaves certain areas without water. Sharma called for the repair of defunct tube wells and the installation of new ones; he suggested blending tube-well water with ranney well water during disruptions to maintain water pressure. The CEO instructed officials to address the repair or installation of tube wells for emergency use.
Sharma also requested the removal of unauthorized hawkers and vendors, advocating for mandatory consultations with RWAs before establishing new vending zones. Lokesh committed to enforcing strict action against encroachments.
Residents raised concerns about the poor condition of Authority-built flats across HIG, MIG, LIG, and EWS categories, asking for a renovation policy for exterior plaster and common areas.
Issues related to commercial activities, including guest houses, offices, hostels, and play schools in residential neighborhoods, were reported, and the CEO directed officials to take stringent measures, urging RWAs to report any violations.
To address tree-felling complaints, the CEO ordered the acquisition of 10 machines for periodic tree pruning or removal and requested that project scopes and contractor details be shared with RWAs. In response to calls for reduced parking fees and improved bus services, including electric minibuses, the CEO noted that solutions are being explored by the Uttar Pradesh government. The option of covering small open drains will also be reviewed.
Jain mentioned that there will be no need for Section 10 notices for property mutations following a death, as per the CEO’s directions.
