Amid rising public complaints over deteriorating civic amenities, Noida CEO Ritu Maheshwari convened a crucial high-level meeting, unleashing a barrage of tough orders targeting water pollution and core services. The Wednesday pow-wow brought together department heads to strategize on pressing urban challenges plaguing the industrial powerhouse.
Taking center stage was the water contamination crisis, particularly from factories dumping chemicals into drains and lakes. Maheshwari mandated comprehensive audits of all effluent treatment systems, with non-compliant industries staring at heavy fines and shutdowns. ‘Clean water is non-negotiable; enforce compliance or seal operations,’ she asserted firmly.
The agenda extended to electricity disruptions, garbage overflows, and pothole-ridden roads. Directives flew thick and fast: expedite sewer line repairs in Sector 18, ramp up green waste segregation, and fast-track metro connectivity projects. Digital dashboards for real-time grievance tracking were also ordered to enhance transparency.
This aggressive push reflects the administration’s renewed vigor post-monsoon woes. Local businesses and residents alike expressed optimism, viewing it as a blueprint for Noida’s transformation into a model smart city. With enforcement teams on high alert, the coming weeks will test the resolve, potentially setting benchmarks for neighboring regions.
