Greater Noida | February 7, 2026
The Greater Noida Authority continued its stringent drive against illegal construction and encroachment on Saturday, taking major action in Shahberi and Amarpur areas within the notified region.
Seventh Action Against Illegal Construction in 17 Days
On the directions of Greater Noida Authority CEO N G Ravi Kumar, the project department’s Work Circle-1 team, led by in-charge Prabhat Shankar, sealed nine illegally constructed shops built on enemy property in Shahberi.
This marks the seventh enforcement action undertaken by the Authority against illegal construction within the past 17 days, reflecting a sustained crackdown on unauthorised developments.
Encroachment Removed in Amarpur
Simultaneously, with support from the police and district administration, the Authority conducted an encroachment removal operation in Amarpur village. Certain villagers had attempted to occupy government land, leading to a dispute between two local groups.
Considering the potential law and order implications, the administration intervened promptly.
5,000 Square Metres of Land Freed
Following the directions of CEO N G Ravi Kumar and District Magistrate Medha Roopam, a joint team led by Work Circle-8 in-charge Nagendra Singh carried out the operation. ACP Arvind Kumar Chahal, SHO Arvind Kumar, the local outpost in-charge, district administration officials, police personnel and PAC jawans participated in the drive.
Approximately 5,000 square metres of government land were successfully reclaimed. The land, estimated to be worth around ₹10 crore, will be secured with barbed-wire fencing and taken under the Authority’s possession.
Series of Enforcement Actions in Recent Days
The Authority has intensified action against encroachments and unauthorised constructions in recent weeks. On January 20, 11,340 square metres of land were reclaimed in Bhanauta. On January 28, 6,000 square metres were freed in Haibatpur. On February 4, another 10,000 square metres were reclaimed in Bhanauta, followed by the removal of encroachment from 18,000 square metres in Rohillapur on Thursday.
Additionally, over 100 flats in eight towers were sealed in Kheda Choganpur on January 29, and nine shops were sealed in Shahberi on Saturday.
Authority’s Warning and Public Advisory
Greater Noida Authority ACEO Sumit Yadav stated that encroachment on government land in notified areas is illegal and will not be tolerated. He emphasised that strict action will continue in coordination with the police and district administration.
He warned that any construction carried out without requisite permissions or approved building plans will face stringent legal action.
Appealing to citizens, he advised them not to fall prey to unauthorised colonisers and to verify all land-related details with the Authority’s land records department before making any purchase in Greater Noida.
The Authority reaffirmed its commitment to planned development, protection of public assets and strict enforcement of regulations.
