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Illegal colonies on 155-acre Noida airport land demolished

Representative AI image NOIDA: In a significant crackdown on illegal colonies around the Noida International Airport, the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) reclaimed nearly 155 acres of land worth ₹2,500 crore in Bulandshahr on Tuesday. This demolition initiative follows a recent TOI article titled “Khosla ka Ghosla, by Invite” which highlighted how land sharks were misleading potential homebuyers with falsely marketed “prime airport plots” in Khair tehsil, Aligarh. On Tuesday, a team led by OSD Shailendra Kumar Singh demolished unauthorized colonies, including Aeronest Coloniser (Jhajhar), Shri Radha Gauri Enclave (Kakod), and Rudra Properties (Kakod) in Jhajhar and Kakod villages.…

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Allahabad HC Orders Site Inspection of Noida Housing Dispute

NOIDA: In a legal dispute involving a developer and YEIDA, the Allahabad High Court has appointed a commissioner to assess and confirm the status of a contentious group housing plot in Sector 26. Justice Prakash Padia issued the order on Thursday, instructing advocate Gaurav Gautam to inspect the site on Monday (Sept 15) with support from the district magistrate, police commissioner, and YEIDA officials. The commissioner is required to submit a report in a sealed envelope by Sept 18, when the case will be reviewed again. This decision follows conflicting assertions about SDS Housing having received physical possession of the…

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Height Limits Set for 20km Near Noida Airport; YEIDA to Revise Bylaws

Representative AI image NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has initiated a revision of its building bylaws to align with the height restrictions outlined by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the 20km radius surrounding the Noida International Airport in Jewar. This official decision, taken during a board meeting on Saturday, is set to reshape the skyline for thousands intending to reside, work, or develop industries near one of India’s most ambitious aviation projects. YEIDA’s actions come shortly after the AAI unveiled its Colour-Coded Zoning Map (CCZM), which provides detailed guidelines on the maximum height permissible for…

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YEIDA Approves Developed Plots for Farmers in Hathras, Agra

Representative Image NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) held a board meeting on Saturday, approving several significant proposals, including the allocation of developed plots to farmers, the development of 29 smart villages, and the establishment of urban centers in Hathras and Agra. As part of its policy to allocate 7% of acquired land as residential plots for farmers, officials reported that 6,260 allotment letters have been issued across 29 villages, including Rampur Bangar, Atta Gujran, Chandpur, and Dankaur, with land development completed in eight villages. For land acquisitions between 2007 and 2013, a government order dated August 29,…

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YEIDA to Choose Agency for Hathras Hub Design Plan 2031

NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) is set to hire a consultant to create a detailed project report (DPR) for the Hathras Urban Centre, marking the final urban centre in its Phase-II Master Plan 2031. Officials state that the DPR will act as a foundation for the city’s transformation. It will guide land acquisition, developer selection, and project execution, facilitating the organized development of Hathras into a modern industrial and residential hub. The recent move follows the state government’s approval in March for the second phase of the master plan, empowering YEIDA to oversee significant industrial, residential, and…

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HC Upholds YEIDA’s Decision to Cancel Greenbay Land Allotment

NOIDA: The Allahabad High Court’s Lucknow bench has issued an injunction against the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) from canceling Greenbay Infrastructure’s land allotment for its 100-acre township project in Sector 22D. YEIDA is prohibited from proceeding with the cancellation until the state government addresses the company’s two revision applications seeking relief under the “zero period” policy, which concerns non-possession of 30-35% of the land. The “zero period” policy allows developers some relief from interest and penalties on unpaid land dues for projects that have been stalled. This interim order, issued on July 30, came just one day before…

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U.P. Grants 14-Year Waiver for Sunworld City Township

Representative image created by AI NOIDA: The Uttar Pradesh government has instructed the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) to provide a 14-year ‘zero period’ waiver for Sunworld City’s stalled township project in Sector 22D. This decision follows revelations that approximately 20 acres allocated for the development were never acquired when YEIDA transferred the land to the developer in 2011. The state’s industrial development department, which reviewed a petition from Sunworld City Pvt Ltd, directed YEIDA to waive not just the penal interest but also the extension charges and related dues for the 20 acres from 2011 to the present.…

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YEIDA Draw for Sector 18 Residential Plots Set for July 11

Representative image created by AI NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) is set to conduct a draw for its residential plot scheme in Sector 18 this Friday. Launched on April 21, the scheme offers 276 plots of 200 sqm each and has attracted over 54,000 applications during the month-long registration period. The draw will commence at 10 AM at India Expo Mart, overseen by a panel of three retired High Court judges to ensure transparency. OSD Shailendra Bhatia noted that arrangements are in place for approximately 2,000 attendees to watch the draw live. The entire event will be…

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Noida, Greater Noida & YEIDA: Uttar Pradesh’s Crown Jewels, Minister Says

AI-generated Representative Image NOIDA: During a recent visit, Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta ‘Nandi’ referred to the Noida, Greater Noida, and Yamuna Authority (YEIDA) regions as “the crown jewels of Uttar Pradesh,” mirroring the status of Kashmir for India. He emphasized that enhancing industry and investment is “our government’s top priority.” With the establishment of new units, the minister believes employment opportunities will grow, aiding Uttar Pradesh in its quest to become a top-performing state. To ensure timely project completion, Nandi urged senior officials of the Noida Authority to work on expanding the land bank and improve collaboration with…