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Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
For real-time tracking and pollution control, STPs to go online in Greater Noida
Noida: Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has begun integrating all sewage treatment plants (STPs) with an online monitoring system. Part of the broader Namami Gange Project, it aims to equip STPs across the state with real-time monitoring for efficiency and pollution control. These facilities recycle wastewater for irrigation in nearby green zones. The estimated cost of installing the online monitoring mechanism at each STP is approximately Rs 30 lakh. Apart from GNIDA officials, the system will also be monitored by the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board and authorities associated with the Namami Gange Project. The city currently has four operational STPs with a total treatment capacity of 172 million litres per day (MLD), but 109 MLD of sewage is treated daily. The sewer department has begun installing monitoring systems at the STP in Badalpur. Additional CEO Prerna Singh, GNIDA, said the system will now be expanded to other plants, including those in Ecotech Sectors 2 and 3."The installation at these two facilities is expected to be completed within the next two weeks. The largest of the four existing STPs, the 137 MLD plant in Kasna, is slated to get the system within a month," she said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo You Can Also Check: Noida AQI | Weather in Noida | Bank Holidays in Noida | Public Holidays in Noida The estimated cost of installing the online monitoring mechanism at each STP is approximately Rs 30 lakh. Senior manager Vinod Sharma said that once the system is in place, it can be simultaneously connected to six devices, and it will enable officials to monitor STP operations remotely from their offices. "The system allows tracking of critical water quality indicators such as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and chemical oxygen demand (COD) levels before and after sewage treatment," he said.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
In 7 months, Greater Noida dumpyard transformed into biodiversity park
Peepal, Neem, Banyan, Ashoka, and Teak — trees of all kinds offer comfort in their shade to visitors on a hot and humid afternoon. Two gardeners can be seen walking between plants, watering them. Not too far, a pair of birds are busy flying twigs to their nest. Just seven months back, this 10-acre land near the Sector 16 Railway Bridge in Greater Noida — where the trees now stand tall — was a dumping ground where waste, illegal mining pits, and toxic fumes sparked health concerns for residents. The efforts of SAFE (Social Action for Forest and Environment), a local nonprofit, and the support of the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) and Noida Power Company Limited (NPCL) transformed it into a green ecosystem. 'The area had deteriorated due to illegal soil mining, and dumping of untested liquid waste from Ghaziabad, and municipal solid waste from nearby societies,' said SAFE founder Vikrant Tongad. He underlined that constant fire outbreaks at the dumping site affected the living conditions in the neighbourhood. 'The residents of Roza-Jalalpur requested us to look into this. It was a green land that was turning into a dumping site. Villagers did not want another Ghazipur dumpyard here,' Tongad told The Indian Express, referring to the infamous landfill in Delhi. SAFE engaged with the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), and soon a site inspection was carried out by the authority. 'The NPCL stepped forward to fund the initiative,' added Tongad. Within seven months, 'over 1,600 kg of plastic waste was recycled and 12 truckloads of waste were sent to the GNIDA's Lakhnawani facility,' he explained. 'The landfill site stretches to a length of a kilometre, which is next to the Northern Central Railway line. Of the 10 acres of land, we have already developed four acres, and the rest is in the process of being developed,' Tongad said. When contacted, Prerna Singh, Additional Chief Executive Officer, Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), called the transformation 'the best example' of a public-private-partnership model. 'This is a splendid effort by the civil society. For a long time, Greater Noida did not have an established dumping site, but we have recently identified one at Asmoli. We are also working towards better waste management,' said Singh. For 61-year-old Satveer Singh, the gardener at the site, tending to trees brings him joy. 'I have worked on these trees with my hands in the scorching heat. I water them, plough them… they are like my children,' he said. The landfill, an eyesore, was an embarrassment for the residents. 'I work as a helper in the Panchsheel Green 2 society nearby. I used to lie to people when they asked me where I lived. Who will allow me to work at their house if they come to know that I stay near a dumpsite?' asked Jeet Kaur, 42, a widow and a mother of four children. 'Now it is all clean and looks good. I happily tell people about my house,' Kaur said with a smile. For Sikandar Yadav, 40, who owns a small eatery nearby, the transformation helped him bring in more customers. 'When the trees grow bigger, I think my business will increase,' he asserted. Neetika Jha is a Correspondent with The Indian Express. She covers crime, health, environment as well as stories of human interest, in Noida, Ghaziabad and western UP. When not on the field she is probably working on another story idea. On weekends, she loves to read fiction over a cup of coffee. The Thursday Murder club, Yellow Face and Before the Coffee Gets Cold were her recent favourites. She loves her garden as much as she loves her job. She is an alumnus of Asian College of Journalism, Chennai. ... Read More
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
GNIDA switches to e-office to process files faster
Noida: The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has gone paperless with the rollout of the e-office system, to enhance digital governance and faster public service delivery. The platform, developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), allows officials to process, approve, and track files online from anywhere within Uttar Pradesh. GNIDA CEO NG Ravi Kumar has directed all departments to operate exclusively through the e-office framework. The transition aligns with state government directives mandating e-office adoption across departments. It is expected to reduce bureaucratic delays and enhance investor confidence, especially as it integrates seamlessly with the Nivesh Mitra portal, UP's single-window clearance system for business approvals. All online applications, including those via Nivesh Mitra, will now be handled digitally. This will streamline processes for licences, NOCs, and other approvals. Over 55,000 physical files have been scanned and digitised to create a searchable repository. To facilitate the shift, around 160 GNIDA employees have been equipped with email IDs and digital signatures. Additional CEO Prerna Singh said the e-office system ensures files are processed within a set timeframe. "It offers real-time status tracking, which boosts transparency, accountability, and convenience for citizens," she said. The initiative is being implemented statewide under the guidance of the Uttar Pradesh Electronics Corporation Limited (UPECL).
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
GNIDA offers housing plots near Noida airport, one costs Rs 152cr
Noida: Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has unveiled a premium group housing plot scheme near the upcoming Noida International Airport, with the largest parcel commanding a reserve price of Rs 152 crore. The Authority has put three prime plots on the auction block through e-bidding — 18,215sqm in Sector Mu with a reserve price of Rs 97 crore, a 30,000sqm plot in Sigma III with a reserve price of Rs 152 crore, and a 3,999sqm land parcel in Alpha II with a base price of Rs 25 crore. Officials said these parcels were strategically located near the upcoming airport and offered excellent connectivity to both the eastern and western dedicated freight corridors, as well as the Noida and Yamuna expressways. The proximity to the airport in Jewar, which is likely to be operational soon, is expected to drive substantial demand for residential properties in the region. "Once the airport starts operations, it will significantly enhance regional and international connectivity, creating a housing demand from professionals in aviation, logistics, hospitality, and allied sectors who prefer living close to their workplace. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like She Found THIS Chat on Her Husband's Phone and Vanished Overnight medalmerit Learn More Undo That way, Greater Noida is an attractive proposition, offering more spacious and affordable living options compared to other Delhi-NCR localities," an official said. According to the scheme document, successful bidders must deposit 10% of the premium as earnest money with their applications. The remaining 90% should be paid within 90 days of receiving the allotment letter. The development timeline requires lessees to complete construction in keeping with the approved layout plan and obtain occupancy certificates in a maximum of five phases within seven years of executing the lease deed. The first phase must be completed within three years, failing which extension charges on pro-rata land will apply according to the prevailing policy. The scheme, launched on Friday, will accept registrations till July 4. Successful bidders will receive possession within 30 days of allotment.
Hindustan Times
15-06-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Water reservoir cleaning drive in full swing in Gr Noida; to wrap up by July 6
The district administration is undertaking a comprehensive cleaning of all underground water reservoirs amid rising concerns over water quality and related health risks in Greater Noida, officials said on Friday. Of the city's 19 reservoirs, 14 have been cleaned so far, and the remaining five will be covered by July 6, according to a schedule issued by the water department. 'The cleaning of underground reservoirs is being carried out as per the pre-decided schedule. Water department officials have been instructed to ensure that the work is completed on time without compromising on hygiene standards,' said Prerna Singh, additional chief executive officer (ACEO), after inspecting progress on Thursday. To minimise disruption during cleaning, the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has released a detailed sector-wise schedule and arranged for water supply through tankers where needed. Cleaning at Sector MU-1 EWS Society is ongoing from June 13 to 15. Sectors 36 and 37 will follow from June 17 to 19; Gamma I, Gamma II, Beta I, and Beta II from June 22 to 24; Alpha I and II from June 26 to 28; Delta I, II, and III from June 30 to July 2; and the Sports Complex between July 4 and 6. Residents have been informed in advance about low water pressure, and helplines (7983604110, 9811839456, 9873763995, 9899331572, 9654302913, 8130504019, 8377911380, 9871090100) are active for tanker requests. 'The cleaning schedule has also been uploaded to the authority's official website for public access,' added Singh. Sandeep Mehta, a resident of Gamma II, said, 'We have had complaints earlier of foul-smelling tap water during summers. This cleaning drive is reassuring.' However, Rajeev Thakur of Delta added, 'Advance intimation and better timing could have helped. Many residents are unaware of the tanker facility.' In parallel, GNIDA has launched a citywide overhead water tank cleaning drive. Starting in early June with Sigma IV, this phase-wise effort will run until July 10, covering Chi, Omega, Knowledge Park, Gamma, and other zones. Officials clarified that while underground reservoir cleaning is routine, overhead tanks—which directly serve households—are being cleaned systematically for the first time this year.
