In a significant move, the Greater Noida Authority is set to undertake a major operation against an illegal colony sprawling over 150 acres, valued at ₹300 crore. The unauthorised settlement, established by 20 colonizers, has encroached upon land originally purchased by the Authority in 2012.
Background
Illegal Colony: Covering 150 acres, the illegal colony was established by 20 colonizers who encroached upon land owned by the Greater Noida Authority.
Original Land Purchase: The Authority had acquired the land from farmers in 2012 at ₹3500 per square meter. However, due to prolonged vacancy, colonizers took advantage of the situation to develop this illegal settlement.
Current Developments
Rampant Fraud: The colonizers, in collusion with registration department officials, are involved in fraudulent activities, selling plots multiple times and denying rightful possession to investors.
Misuse of Authority’s Land: Despite being a significant asset of the state government, the Authority’s land has been illegally occupied without substantial efforts to reclaim it.
Registration Department’s Role: The registration department, despite regulations, has been complicit in allowing multiple sales of the same plots, aggravating the issue.
Upcoming Actions
Crackdown on Illegal Colonizers: The Greater Noida Authority is identifying colonizers in Jalpura village for imminent legal action. Those involved in creating illegal colonies are expected to face jail time soon.
Initiative by Bisrakh Village: Enforcement action has already commenced in Bisrakh village, setting a precedent for similar actions in Jalpura.
The Greater Noida Authority’s decisive move to launch a massive bulldozer operation against the 150-acre illegal colony signals a crackdown on unauthorised settlements and fraudulent activities. The initiative aims to reclaim the ₹300 crore land acquired by the Authority, setting an example for other regions grappling with similar issues.
