Residents of Greater Noida West gathered at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, on April 26, 2026, to protest for urgent Metro connectivity. Organized by the Noida Extension Flat Owners Welfare Association (NEFOWA), the demonstration aimed to highlight the pressing need for public transport in the region.
Approximately 3.5 lakh residents have been waiting for Metro service implementation for over 10 years. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Greater Noida West metro extension was rejected by the Centre on April 3, further fueling frustrations among residents.
Protesters, representing around 50 housing societies, raised slogans demanding immediate action on the Metro project. A symbolic protest featured participants pulling a mock Metro pillar, underscoring their determination.
“We have been waiting for 10 years for this essential service to be implemented. The time for mere promises is over; we need action,” stated Abhishek Kumar, president of NEFOWA.
Meanwhile, tensions escalated in Noida Phase 2, where workers protested for a salary hike, leading to vandalism and arrests. Police used tear gas to control the situation, resulting in 50 arrests and two vehicles set on fire during the unrest.
Traffic disruptions were reported across the area, prompting authorities to issue a traffic advisory due to ongoing congestion and diversions. “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,” said Brijesh Kumar, a resident of Greater Noida West.
Noida Police urged workers to maintain peace and restraint, assuring that necessary actions were being taken with minimum force used. The situation remains tense as both protests continue to unfold.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the potential impact of these protests on the Metro project timeline and the ongoing labor unrest in Noida Phase 2.
