In a significant development, residents of Greater Noida West gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on April 26, 2026, to protest for much-needed Metro connectivity. The demonstration, organized by the Noida Extension Flat Owners Welfare Association (NEFOWA), aims to highlight the urgent need for public transport solutions in the area.
Approximately 3.5 lakh residents have been waiting for Metro service implementation for over ten years, a delay that has led to mounting frustration. The protest follows the rejection of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Greater Noida West metro extension by the Centre on April 3, further exacerbating the situation.
Protesters, representing around 50 housing societies, raised slogans demanding immediate action on the Metro project. A symbolic act during the protest involved participants pulling a mock Metro pillar, underscoring the community’s desperation for progress.
“We have been waiting for 10 years for this essential service to be implemented. The time for mere promises is over; we need action,” said Abhishek Kumar, president of NEFOWA, reflecting the sentiments of many residents. Another protester, Brijesh Kumar, emphasized the daily challenges faced due to the lack of Metro service, stating, “We are compelled to face heavy traffic congestion, wasted travel time, and daily inconveniences. We are no longer satisfied with mere assurances. We demand concrete action.”
In a separate but related incident, protests in Noida Phase 2 erupted over workers demanding a salary hike, leading to vandalism and arrests. Police responded with tear gas to control the situation as traffic disruptions spread across the area. During these protests, two vehicles were set on fire, prompting authorities to issue a traffic advisory due to ongoing congestion and diversions.
As tensions rise, the Noida Police have urged workers to maintain peace and restraint, assuring that necessary actions are being taken with minimum force. Meanwhile, the protests in Greater Noida West continue to draw attention to the pressing need for improved public transport infrastructure.
