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‘I’m retired now, don’t know how many more years I can fight’: Jaypee homebuyers protest delay in flat delivery

Construction has remained stalled even after the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved the resolution plan.

The affected homebuyers demanded that the construction be renewed. (Express Photo)

Raising slogans of ‘Suraksha se raksha’ and ‘hamare ghar humein wapas do’, around 100 homebuyers of Jaypee’s Wish Town project protested outside Jaypee School in Noida’s Sector 128 on Thursday against the delay in delivery of their homes.

“We never thought we would see a day like this,” said KC Das. The 75-year-old had booked a 3-BHK flat at Jaypee Wish Town in 2011. “I thought I would leave this property to my son but now I am the one staying in his house. There is nobody to listen to a common man. I am retired now, I don’t know how many more years I can fight,” said Das.

Suraksha Realty could not be reached for comment.

The affected homebuyers demanded that the construction be renewed, which has remained stalled even after the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved the resolution plan in March 2023. Suraksha Realty took over the debt-ridden Jaypee Infratech Limited (JIL) on May 24, 2024.
“Over 22,000 homebuyers are still waiting for basic resumption of construction. After waiting patiently for nearly 21 months, the JIL Real Estate Allottees Welfare Society (JREAWS), which represents the collective voice of the homebuyers, has filed an application in the NCLT. It is scheduled to be listed on April 15,” said the president of the association, Ashish Mohan Gupta.

Among those protesting was an elderly couple, Indu, 78, a retired professor from IIT Roorkee, and her husband Pradeep Kumar, 72. “I retired around 2012-13. We booked the flat with the money that I received post-retirement. It was over a crore,” she said.

At present, there are 97 towers across several stalled projects in Noida (Garden Isles, Krescent Homes, Kasa Isles, Kube, Pebble Court, Wishpoint, Orchard, and Kosmos among several others).

“Despite receiving all necessary clearances, Suraksha Realty has failed to demonstrate a sincere commitment to beginning full-scale construction. We had thought that things would change but all that they did was to give us a new timeline, from Diwali to Holi,” said Prem Singh Chauhan, 75.

Homebuyers also pointed out that the resolution plan mandated 12,000 labourers to meet construction deadlines. “Presently, only around 2,000 workers are deployed across 150 towers, leading to a near standstill. All that they have given us is excuses. At times, they will say that GRAP (Graded Response Action Plan that kicks in during pollution season) is in force, or then they will say it is the rainy season — it never ends,” said Chauhan, a retired BSF DIG.

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Another protester said the promised mobile application for updates on construction, dues, and milestone alerts has not been developed.

Shankar, an IT professional, who goes by a single name, said it’s like a loop. “We struggle between EMIs, rent, and constant shifting. I broke my fixed deposits, took loans, and sold property to book a flat. I was 40 back then, today I am 57. I will retire soon and still won’t have a house.”

Neetika Jha

Neetika Jha is a Correspondent with The Indian Express, based in the Noida bureau. She primarily covers crime, health, and environmental issues, as well as human-interest features across Noida, Ghaziabad, and Western Uttar Pradesh. Professional Profile Education: She is an alumna of the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), Chennai. Core Beat: Her work focuses on the administrative and social challenges of the NCR's satellite cities. She is known for her detailed reporting on civic infrastructure (like the Noida International Airport), environmental violations, and high-profile criminal investigations. Personal Interests: Outside of reporting, she is an avid reader of fiction (citing The Thursday Murder Club and Yellowface as recent favorites) and a gardening enthusiast. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) Neetika’s recent reportage has been dominated by winter-related crises in the NCR and significant criminal legalities: 1. Environment & Public Safety "Greater Noida Authority slaps fines on firms for violating GRAP IV norms" (Dec 21, 2025): Reporting on heavy penalties imposed on major developers like NBCC for flouting anti-pollution construction bans. "Fatal pile-up on Yamuna Expressway: Fog, high speed emerge as key safety risks" (Dec 17, 2025): A major report on a 15-vehicle collision caused by dense fog that killed 17 people. "At Chilla, Kalindi, DND, many fined Rs 20,000 for non-compliance to Delhi's BS-VI rule" (Dec 19, 2025): On-the-ground reporting from the borders where Noida police penalize non-compliant vehicles entering the capital. "Driving in Noida amid fog? New speed limits in effect till Feb 15" (Dec 13, 2025): Detailing the seasonal traffic restrictions aimed at preventing highway accidents. 2. Crime & Legal Developments "'Have you ever heard of a murder case being withdrawn?': Court in Akhlaq lynching case" (Dec 12, 2025): Covering a critical courtroom hearing where the court questioned the UP government's petition to withdraw charges against the accused. "After losing money in stock market, bank employee in Ghaziabad withdraws Rs 64 lakh from customers' accounts" (Dec 14, 2025): An investigative piece on internal bank fraud and the risks of modern digital embezzlement. "Woman shot dead by partner in Noida: Three days on, accused still on the run" (Dec 2, 2025): Tracking a high-profile domestic violence and murder case in Central Noida. 3. Human Interest & Features "'Had tears in my eyes': Army men walk bride down the aisle 20 years after father died in terror attack" (Dec 2, 2025): A moving story about soldiers from a Punjab Grenadiers unit fulfilling a father's duty for his daughter. "How a Zepto delivery man heard a cry — and saved two kids dumped in Noida drain" (Dec 2025): A viral human-interest story highlighting individual heroism in the city. Signature Style Neetika is recognized for her meticulous follow-up on local tragedies. Whether it is a massive pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway or the ongoing construction of the Jewar (Noida) Airport, she focuses on systemic lapses and the safety of commuters. Her crime reporting often explores the psychological motives behind "crimes of passion" and the rising trend of financial cyber-fraud in the Ghaziabad-Noida belt. ... Read More

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