‘New Noida’: Authority discusses project framework at first meeting

Of the total land for the project, 40% is designated for industries, 13% for residential development, and 18% for green areas and recreational spaces.

Weeks after the UP government approved the Dadri-Noida-Ghaziabad Investment Region (DNGIR) Master Plan 2041, authorities have set the ball rolling for the New Noida project, with its first meeting held Monday.

Steps to finalise a development framework and launch the project were outlined at the meeting chaired by Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M and attended by other senior officials.

Any new construction in the designated area after the master plan’s approval on October 18 will be considered illegal and action will be taken against those violating it, said Lokesh. “Preparations for aerial photography and surveys for the first phase are expected to begin soon, providing essential data to inform the project’s early stages,” the CEO said.

The meeting also focussed on ways to handle critical tasks such as drafting land acquisition proposals for the initial phase, identifying priority projects, and overseeing planning and execution.

To facilitate project operations, the CEO also directed to set up a temporary office along the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, which runs from Sonipat to Palwal and passes through Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida and Faridabad, where land records and civil department personnel will manage field activities. “We have also made a request for additional government staff for timely execution of the project,” Lokesh said.

Last month, the Noida Authority Board instructed officials to start the land acquisition process for DNGIR. The authority has allocated around Rs 1,000 crore for initial land acquisition.

Of the total land for the project, 40% is designated for industries, 13% for residential development, and 18% for green areas and recreational spaces. The new city has been designed to accommodate around 6 lakh residents and will comprise commercial zones covering 4% of the total area and institutional areas spanning over 8%.

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The New Noida area includes 80 villages across Gautam Buddha Nagar and Bulandshahr districts. Its development has been planned in four phases and is to be completed by 2041.

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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