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GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has imposed fines of Rs 20,000 on two developers for unlawfully storing construction materials outdoors, breaching construction and demolition waste regulations and directives from the National Green Tribunal (NGT). According to GRAP-3 guidelines, open storage is strictly forbidden, with sites larger than 20,000 square meters required to have PTZ cameras.
A GDA official noted that violations were identified in New Panchawati Colony and a location in the Vijaynagar area, leading to penalties being issued in accordance with current construction regulations during the enforcement of GRAP.
As per established norms, a minimum fine of Rs 10,000 applies for storing construction materials outdoors on plots of 100 square meters. For plots up to 200 square meters, the fine doubles to Rs 20,000. If the construction area is up to 500 square meters, the fine escalates to Rs 50,000, and violations on sites larger than 500 square meters may result in fines of up to Rs 5 lakh.
“It is mandatory for all construction sites covering 20,000 square meters or more to install pan tilt and zoom (PTZ) cameras. Additionally, land parcels of 500 square meters or more must be registered on the UPPCB website, and regular dust control audits are required,” the official stated.
In addressing the issue of increasing pollution levels, the official remarked, “The district magistrate recently convened a meeting with all relevant agencies, directing them to implement measures such as water sprinkling, mechanized road sweeping, and the deployment of anti-smog guns at pollution hotspots. These actions have already been initiated.” However, local residents have raised concerns regarding the effectiveness of GRAP enforcement.
“Agencies including the GDA, GMC, and UP Housing Board need to take action beyond levying fines. Many roads in the city remain unpaved and damaged, contributing to dust pollution, which is their responsibility to fix,” remarked Indra Nath Jhai, a Siddhartha Vihar resident.
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