Plot owners in Noida’s Sector 145 voiced their frustration on Sunday through a protest organized by the Resident Welfare Association (RWA), highlighting the prolonged delay in receiving physical possession of their residential plots. Despite completing registries nearly eight years ago, approximately 2,250 plot owners and an estimated 15,000 individuals remain in limbo, awaiting the fulfillment of promises made by the local authorities.
Led by Latsahab Lohia, President of the Sector 145 RWA, the protest saw a diverse group of participants, including senior citizens, men, women, and children, marching with banners and posters demanding clarity and action from the Noida Authority. “We are at wit’s end with the Noida Authority’s persistent delays and lack of transparency,” lamented Lohia. “They have taken our life savings and failed to deliver on their commitments to hand over our rightful plots and develop the sector. What was once our dream of owning homes has turned into a prolonged nightmare.”
The RWA underscored the urgent need for concrete timelines from the authorities regarding the handover of plots and the development of Sector 145. Despite assurances, the residents claim that no clear roadmap has been provided, exacerbating their frustrations. “This delay has not only affected thousands of families but has also severely impacted our trust in the authorities,” remarked Lohia, emphasizing the need for immediate action over mere assurances. The protesters have called upon the Noida Authority and district administration to step up and provide a definitive schedule for plot handovers and sector development. They stressed that after enduring years of unmet promises and prolonged waiting, their patience has worn thin.
The situation reflects a broader issue of accountability in urban planning and development, where delays can have significant repercussions on residents’ lives and investments. As the protest draws attention to these grievances, stakeholders are increasingly demanding transparency and swift action to resolve the longstanding issue in Sector 145, Noida.
