The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has reported a notional loss of INR 13,362 crore due to lapses and irregularities in the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority's operations. Covering 2005-06 to April 2021, the audit revealed that GNIDA prioritized residential growth over its core mandate of industrial development, with residential land use exceeding plans while industrial use lagged. Irregularities in group housing allotments alone left INR 10,732 crore in pending dues, causing project delays and distress for homebuyers. The report also flagged misuse of land acquisition rules and weak enforcement against defaulters. GNIDA says it is revising policies and pursuing recovery measures.Read more
The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has cleared the way for insolvency proceedings against Supertech Realtors, the developer of the Supernova project, by upholding a previous NCLT order. The NCLAT dismissed an appeal by promoter Ram Kishore Arora, whose settlement proposal was rejected by a consortium of banks with over INR 990 crore in dues. This decision allows for the formation of a Committee of Creditors to take over the project, which is 80% complete, a significant step towards a resolution for thousands of homebuyers waiting for possession in Noida.Read more
Noida's Sector-150 has emerged as the top-performing housing micro-market in India, with property prices surging by 139% between late 2021 and mid-2025. This growth, far outpacing other top cities, is driven by a combination of large-scale township projects, strategic infrastructure upgrades like the Jewar International Airport and new expressways, and strong investor demand. The area's performance, along with other key micro-markets in Bengaluru and Hyderabad, highlights a wider trend of infrastructure-led real estate appreciation across the country.Read more
Greater Noida's development authority has recently begun granting partial occupancy certificates to developers who have cleared a quarter of their pending dues under the state's rehabilitation policy. This initiative enables builders to hand over the completed portion of units, giving hope to home buyers long held back by registry delays. The move stems from earlier committee recommendations and seeks to unlock stalled registrations. While buyers await further clearances, supportive policies from state and central levels continue to shape the revival of unfinished real estate projects in Greater Noida.Read more
Noida Authority launched a decisive drive against unauthorised constructions, warning homeowners that plot allotments could be cancelled if balcony extensions, extra rooms or fences encroaching on Authority land are not removed. Notices have already been issued under Section 10 of the UP Industrial Area Development Act. The CEO has instructed officials to serve these directly at properties and maintain detailed records. Alongside the crackdown, the Authority is pushing for faster completion of delayed infrastructure works, including the Bhangel Elevated Road, and is implementing measures to improve drainage, cleanliness, verge maintenance and control over stray cattle.Read more
Uttar Pradesh's co-developer policy is now in action in Noida, aiming to revive stuck housing projects. Nimbus Projects has taken over the long-delayed Sunworld Arista in Sector 168, investing over INR 1,000 crore and settling INR 170 crore in dues. Work has resumed on core infrastructure, benefitting 400 homebuyers. Under the policy, a co-developer pays 25% of dues and signs a tripartite agreement with the Noida Authority and original promoter, unlocking project approvals and RERA extensions. Nimbus also plans a luxury Phase - Arista Luxe. With five projects approved and developers like Apex showing interest, the model is gaining momentum as a revival tool.Read more
The National Green Tribunal recently pushed back on Noida and Greater Noida authorities for failing to produce a current, detailed account of unauthorised building activity in the region. It demanded, within three weeks, a new affidavit identifying specific builders, projects and sites citing developments like Pristine Greens, Krishna Elite Homes, Trinity High Street and others built on agricultural or non-designated land without environmental clearance. Earlier submissions were dismissed as outdated and vague. Violations span dozens of villages and include misuse of services to legitimize illegal development. A comprehensive committee may be appointed to evaluate the situation at the tribunal's direction.Read more
The Centre has approved the extension of Noida Metro's Aqua Line to Boraki, a 2.6-kilometer elevated stretch costing INR 416 crore. This extension, expected to be completed within three years, aims to connect the Aqua Line to a proposed multi-modal transport hub at Boraki, integrating rail, bus, and rapid rail services. This development is a key part of a broader strategy to ease road traffic congestion and improve connectivity to the upcoming Noida International Airport from Noida and Delhi. The project, funded by shared contributions from the Centre, Uttar Pradesh government, and a loan, is projected to serve a daily ridership of 60,000 by 2031.Read more
Adani Group's subsidiary, Manorview Developers, has been appointed as the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor for Paytm's upcoming IT and ITes complex in Noida's Sector 159. This development follows Paytm's termination of a previous joint development agreement due to non-compliance with NOIDA regulations, leading the company to pursue the 10-acre project independently. The appointment of Manorview Developers signifies a significant step forward for Paytm's complex, originally allocated by the Noida Authority in 2018, and underscores the growing demand for large-scale IT infrastructure in the National Capital Region.Read more
Adani Ports & SEZ Ltd, along with Super Handlers and Empezar Logistics, have submitted proposals to develop a substantial 174-acre multimodal logistics park in Sector Kappa-2, Greater Noida. This ambitious project, launched under a GNIDA scheme earlier this year, mandates a minimum investment of INR 1,200 crore and aims to generate over 5,000 jobs. Strategically positioned near the upcoming Noida International Airport and key freight corridors, the park will feature advanced cargo handling facilities, integrating road, rail, and air networks. This initiative is pivotal for boosting Uttar Pradesh's logistics infrastructure and transforming Greater Noida into a unified cargo hub.Read more
The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) is facing substantial financial challenges, striving to recover over INR 4,081 crore in outstanding dues from 21 major real estate projects. Efforts to collect these significant amounts are hampered by ongoing legal battles across various courts, including the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) and the Supreme Court. Major defaulters identified include Supertech Ltd and Unitech Ltd, whose projects are under judicial supervision.Read more
SAEL Industries has announced an investment of approximately INR 8,000 crore for establishing an integrated solar manufacturing facility in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The plant will feature a 5 GW solar cell unit and a 5 GW module manufacturing line, boosting SAEL's overall solar manufacturing capacity to 8.5 GW. The facility will produce advanced TOPCon solar cells and assemble them into modules in-house. Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath has extended his support to the project, which aligns with the state's solar energy policy and vision for renewable energy leadership.Read more
The Uttar Pradesh government has granted a 14-year 'zero period' waiver to Sunworld City's stalled township project in Noida, Sector 22D. This relief covers penal interest and dues for approximately 20 unacquired acres that YEIDA failed to provide in 2011. The decision aims to reduce Sunworld City's financial burden and revive the project, which faced issues with fragmented land parcels and legal cases. YEIDA is now required to recalculate dues and issue a fresh demand notice, reflecting government efforts to address administrative lapses in stalled real estate projects.Read more
With high-rise living on the rise in NCR, Noida's fire department is upgrading its systems for better emergency response. A major boost comes from the Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS), recently tested at the 74-storey Supertech Supernova. Unlike conventional tenders, CAFS can reach up to 100 storeys and uses foam to fight fires more efficiently. At a recent expo, new gear like heat-resistant suits and air-purifying helmets was showcased. UP's MSME Minister announced district-level disaster units and a new digital portal for compliance checks. Backed by INR 30 crore each, Noida and Greater Noida are investing in audits, awareness drives, and robotic fire vehicles.Read more
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) implemented strict height restrictions within a 20-kilometre radius of the upcoming Noida International Airport. The directive prohibits any form of vertical construction whether residential or commercial buildings, telecom infrastructure, or even tall trees without securing prior clearance through an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued via AAI's NOCAS portal. This action comes amid rising real estate activity around the Yamuna Expressway and Jewar region.Read more
Authorities in Gautam Buddh Nagar have initiated a comprehensive safety protocol around the under-construction Noida International Airport, aiming to address threats from illegal buildings, waste mismanagement, and wildlife presence within a 10-km radius. The Airport Environment Management Committee (AEMC), led by District Magistrate Manish Kumar Verma, has mandated regular inspections, drainage improvements, and prohibition of unauthorised drone and laser activity. These interventions are deemed critical to ensure safe operations at the greenfield airport project in Jewar, which is nearing the start of its first phase after missing its earlier timeline.Read more
Greenbay Infrastructure faces a final ultimatum from the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) to pay INR 118 crore by the end of July. Failure to meet this demand will lead to the cancellation of land allotment for its 100-acre township in Sector 22D, Noida. The developer has paid INR 40 crore but faces challenges, including unacquired land still under cultivation. YEIDA rejected a sublease request for a commercial plot to clear dues. This follows relief under a 2023 rehabilitation policy, where Greenbay paid an initial INR 110 crore against INR 441 crore recalculated dues but missed later installments.Read more
The Noida Authority is challenging a state government order that lets Gardenia Aims Developers use auction proceeds from 122 sealed flats to meet its 25% upfront payment for dues on a stalled Sector 46 project. The May 29 directive also allows the restoration of a 150-acre commercial plot without fees. The Authority claims this contradicts its December 2023 policy, which requires builders to deposit dues first for relief eligibility. Gardenia owes INR 692 crore and hasn't paid the demanded INR 140.5 crore. The issue is now in court, with the Authority seeking a policy review to ensure alignment with its stalled project resolution framework.Read more
The Noida Authority has denied Max Estates' request for a INR 67 crore waiver in transfer fees for the stalled Delhi One project in Sector 16B. Max Estates took over the project through a corporate insolvency process approved by the NCLT, offering to pay INR 613 crore in dues over three years to revive it. The Authority accepted the payment plan but ruled that the full transfer charges under its Unified Policy must still be paid, rejecting arguments that the insolvency process justified a waiver. Max Estates has already paid INR 135 crore, with three years granted to complete the project and clear dues.Read more
The Noida Authority has approved a targeted redevelopment policy to upgrade aging group housing societies and EWS units, inspired by Mumbai's urban renewal model. Focused on leasehold properties in sectors like 27, 93, and 93A, the plan allows phased redevelopment via project-specific RFPs. It includes demolishing old EWS flats and replacing them with larger, modern units while offering temporary housing during construction. Developers may sell extra units created through an increased FAR limit of 3.5, up from 2. The policy aims to enhance living standards, optimize land use, and improve infrastructure across older Noida neighborhoods, addressing long-standing urban renewal needs.Read more