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Ghaziabad Body to Review Recurring Fires in Societies

GHAZIABAD: Following two major fires in Indirapuram within a month, the district administration has requested reports from the Ghaziabad Development Authority, the discom, and the fire department. A review meeting is scheduled for June 2, officials announced on Friday. The recent fire incidents in Ghaziabad’s Indirapuram—specifically in Gaur Green Avenue and Gaur Biz Business Park—have intensified worries regarding fire safety and emergency response in high-rise residential and commercial buildings. On April 29, a fire erupted in a flat in Tower D of Gaur Green Avenue, affecting five floors and damaging at least 13 apartments. Residents were evacuated safely, and while…

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Ghaziabad Builders Urged to Give Noon Breaks to Workers

GHAZIABAD: The local authorities have issued a guideline urging builders to refrain from employing laborers on construction sites from 12 PM to 4 PM due to the ongoing heatwave conditions. The labor department has initiated an awareness campaign at construction areas and labor congregation points throughout the district. This effort aims to educate workers on heatwave precautions and provide them with ORS solutions and cold beverages like shikanji. “As part of our initiative, we have conducted camps at major construction sites in Siddharth Vihar and Wave City, reaching out to at least 20,000 workers. Officials distributed towels, ORS packets, and…

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Dust and Waste Discovered in Ghaziabad Inspection Drive

NEW DELHI: An inspection by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revealed twenty-four instances of noticeable road dust and accumulation of construction and demolition waste in various locations across Ghaziabad on Wednesday. The assessment identified shortcomings in regular street sweeping operations, dust suppression efforts, and the proper handling and disposal of construction debris in certain areas. “The commission has instructed the relevant authorities to enhance dust mitigation strategies, including regular mechanized sweeping, targeted water sprinkling, and timely removal of accumulated debris,” an official stated. The inspection, conducted by ten flying squad teams, focused on assessing visible road dust levels…

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AU Real Estate to Invest ₹1200 Crore in Ghaziabad Project

NEW DELHI: AU Real Estate is set to invest around ₹1200 crore in developing Cosmos Corner, a residential project on approximately 5.6 acres in Siddharth Vihar, Ghaziabad. The land, acquired by Cosmos REIT—a fully owned subsidiary—was purchased for ₹336 crore through an auction by the Uttar Pradesh Awas Vikas Parishad. This project will feature approximately 831 residential units across 40 floors, with an estimated revenue potential of ₹1600 crore upon completion. Currently, homes are priced starting at ₹6,900 per sq ft, with offerings including 3BHK apartments of 1,780 sq ft, 3BHK with a multipurpose room at 1,972 sq ft, and…

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Over 40 Ghaziabad housing societies fail fire safety test

GHAZIABAD: Buildings taller than 15 meters or covering over 500 square meters that do not possess a valid fire no-objection certificate (NOC) will incur all costs related to firefighting operations, warned Chief Fire Officer Rahul Pal on Monday. This notice followed the fire department’s issuance of warnings to 43 housing societies in areas like Indirapuram, Crossings Republik, and Raj Nagar Extension for lacking functional fire safety equipment. In the last two weeks, inspections at more than 165 societies revealed numerous violations, including encroachments and blocked access for fire tenders. This initiative was prompted by a recent fire at Gaur Green…

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UP-RERA Approves 13 Projects Worth ₹3,052 Crore for Buyers

NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP-RERA) has approved 13 real estate projects, cumulatively estimated at ₹3,052.73 crore, across eight districts in the state. The projects, approved during the authority’s 202nd meeting, will include a total of 4,772 residential and commercial units. Notably, Ghaziabad received the highest number of approvals, with four projects amounting to ₹1,936.72 crore. This includes three commercial developments and one residential project, totaling 2,199 units. In Gautam Buddh Nagar, one commercial project was approved with an estimated investment of ₹420.50 crore, which will consist of 855 commercial units. Agra saw the approval of…

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WSB Invests ₹75 Crore in Omaxe; Karyan to Invest ₹900 Crore

NEW DELHI: WSB Partners, an investment firm specializing in real estate, has invested ₹75 crore in Omaxe Group’s residential plotted projects in Ujjain and Indore. This funding is primarily intended for growth capital, with a portion also earmarked for working capital and reserves. In a related update, NCR-based Karyan Group plans to invest ₹900 crore to develop Trevana Residences, a residential project in Ghaziabad, expecting nearly ₹1,500 crore in revenue from the development. The project will include 608 units in 3BHK and 4BHK configurations, starting at ₹8,995 per sq ft, with completion targeted for 2030. Mahindra Lifespaces Launches New Phase…

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Ghaziabad: Charred Green Avenue Flat Owners Demand FIR Against RWA

File Photo GHAZIABAD: Almost two weeks after the fire at Gaur Green Avenue on April 29, residents of the affected flats are considering legal action against the residents’ welfare association (RWA). They allege that unauthorized constructions obstructed emergency access and that fire safety systems were not adequately maintained. Rajnish Kumar, an architect whose 11th-floor flat was destroyed, has contacted the chief minister’s office, district magistrate, and police commissioner, requesting an FIR against the RWA officials. He claims that illegal construction around the swimming pool area impeded fire tender access, letting the fire spread to upper floors. “The fire started in…

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GDA Board to Discuss Fire Safety, Land Acquisition on April 14

GHAZIABAD: The GDA board is set to convene on Thursday to discuss 17 proposals, which include updating development, permit, and inspection fees for the fiscal year 2026-27, following an increase by the state government. The board will also assess a recently approved allocation of Rs 100 crore aimed at enhancing fire safety measures in high-rise buildings. Additional topics on the agenda involve land acquisition for the Aerocity project and the second phase of the Harnandipuram township development. “One of the key proposals on the agenda involves budgetary allocations to improve fire safety systems. Rs 100 crore has already been allocated,…

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UP Cuts Development and Building Permit Fees in Ghaziabad

GHAZIABAD: The UP government has further reduced development and building permit fees in multiple districts, including Ghaziabad. Previously, the fee in Ghaziabad increased from Rs 2,500 per sqm to Rs 4,170 per sqm in January. The new order has slightly decreased it to Rs 4,165 per sqm. In January, Ghaziabad experienced the highest hike, with a surge of over 66%. Despite the recent reduction, the city retains the highest development fee in the state. As per a GDA official, the fee in Loni, Muradnagar, and Modinagar has been reduced from Rs 1,510 per sqm to Rs 1,450 per sqm. New…