NOIDA: On Wednesday, the Noida Authority launched a demolition operation against illegal constructions in Salarpur Khadar village, where 39 developers are accused of erecting about 60 buildings across 24 plots. Many of these constructions are six to seven stories tall and marketed as 1BHK to 3BHK flats priced between Rs 30 lakh and Rs 65 lakh.
A team of 50 officials, equipped with six earthmovers and tractor-trolleys, initiated the demolition process.
Police were also deployed on-site for security. While officials began dismantling structures on certain identified plots, they faced delays when farmers presented court-issued stay orders. However, demolitions proceeded on three different plots where tin sheds and site offices were removed. Authorities stated that the drive would continue until all unauthorized buildings are taken down.
Officials highlighted that several plots in the region, including numbers 728-735 and 745-752, had been developed illegally, with developers constructing multi-story apartments without the necessary approvals.
Notices were issued to these builders in July; however, they allegedly removed the notices and defiantly continued construction. Authorities are now preparing to take legal action against the developers under the land mafia law, collaborating with the district administration.
The Noida Authority has also reached out to the district magistrate regarding unauthorized groundwater usage for construction and has requested measures to prevent further exploitation.
Earlier this month, teams from the Noida Authority were assigned to Salarpur village and surrounding areas to deter illegal construction activities.
The teams, consisting of five managers, an assistant manager, four junior engineers, 20 field staff, and two police personnel, are tasked with daily inspections in the village. They will report to the senior manager of Work Circle 8 to ensure strict oversight and prompt actions against encroachers.
