Greater Noida, December 30, 2025:
The Greater Noida Authority has intensified its action against builder societies that are not properly operating their Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) in Greater Noida and Greater Noida West. As part of a major compliance drive, the Authority’s Sewer Department has issued notices to 202 builder societies, seeking detailed information on the functioning of their STPs, reuse of treated water and overall sewage management practices.
Officials said the notices have been issued with the objective of ensuring that sewage generated in residential societies is treated scientifically and in accordance with environmental norms. The societies have been given one week to submit their replies, failing which on-site inspections will be carried out by the Sewer Department. In cases where deficiencies are found, strict penalties are being imposed. Over the past two weeks alone, six builder societies have been penalised a total of ₹27 lakh for non-compliance.
The action is being carried out on the directions of Greater Noida Authority Chief Executive Officer N G Ravi Kumar. Under the drive, the Sewer Department has sought information from builder societies regarding the installed capacity of their STPs, whether the plants are being operated regularly and efficiently, and whether treated sewage water is being reused, particularly for horticulture and irrigation purposes within the society premises.
According to officials, proper functioning of STPs is critical to preventing untreated sewage from entering drains and water bodies, which can lead to serious environmental and public health concerns. The Authority has made it mandatory for builder societies to not only treat sewage but also reuse treated water for activities such as watering parks, green belts and landscaped areas.
The notices clearly state that societies must provide satisfactory replies within the stipulated timeframe. If the responses are found inadequate or misleading, teams from the Sewer Department will conduct physical inspections at the sites. During these inspections, the operational status of STPs, quality of treated water and actual reuse practices will be assessed. Any shortcomings detected during inspections will attract financial penalties under the Authority’s rules.
Officials said that enforcement has already begun, and in the past two weeks, action has been taken against six builder societies that failed to operate their STPs properly. A cumulative penalty of ₹27 lakh has been imposed on these societies. The penalised societies include Adana Society in Sector Alpha One, which has been fined ₹2 lakh; Panchsheel Hynish in Sector One, fined ₹5 lakh; Galaxy North Avenue in Sector Four, fined ₹5 lakh; Flora Heritage in Sector One, fined ₹5 lakh; Arihant Arden in Sector One, fined ₹5 lakh; and Samriddhi Grand Avenue in Techzone Four, fined ₹5 lakh.
The Authority has directed all penalised societies to deposit the penalty amount into the Greater Noida Authority’s account within seven working days. Officials have warned that failure to deposit the fine within the specified period will invite further action, which may include additional penalties and stricter enforcement measures.
An official from the Sewer Department said that the ongoing drive is not aimed at penalising societies arbitrarily but at ensuring long-term compliance and environmental responsibility. “STPs are a mandatory requirement for large residential societies. They must be operated efficiently, and treated water must be reused. We will not allow untreated sewage to be discharged into the drainage system,” the official said.
Greater Noida Authority Additional Chief Executive Officer Prerna Singh has also appealed to all builder societies to take sewage treatment seriously. She urged societies to ensure that all sewage generated within their premises is properly treated and that treated water is utilised for irrigation and other non-potable purposes. She said this would help conserve freshwater resources and reduce environmental pollution.
The Authority has made it clear that the current action is part of an ongoing monitoring process and not a one-time exercise. Regular inspections will continue, and societies found violating norms in the future will face similar or even stricter penalties. Officials added that the Sewer Department will maintain close coordination with other departments to ensure effective implementation of sewage management regulations across Greater Noida.
With rapid urbanisation and a growing number of high-rise residential complexes, sewage management has emerged as a critical challenge in the region. The Greater Noida Authority said it is committed to addressing this issue through strict enforcement, regular monitoring and cooperation with residents and builders. The latest notices and penalties, officials said, send a clear message that non-compliance with STP norms will not be tolerated.
