Noida Residents Protest for Metro Connectivity

Residents of Greater Noida West gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on April 26, 2026, to protest for Metro connectivity, organized by the Noida Extension Flat Owners Welfare Association (NEFOWA). The protest comes in the wake of the Centre’s rejection of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Greater Noida West metro extension on April 3.

Approximately 3.5 lakh residents have been waiting for the implementation of Metro services for over 10 years. The protest aims to draw attention to the urgent need for this essential transportation link, which has been a long-standing demand of the community.

During the demonstration, protesters raised slogans demanding immediate action on the Metro project. A symbolic act involved participants pulling a mock Metro pillar to illustrate their frustrations. Around 50 housing societies participated in the protest, showcasing the widespread support for the cause.

In a separate incident in Noida Phase 2, workers protested for a salary hike, leading to vandalism and arrests. Police responded by using tear gas to control the situation, resulting in the arrest of 50 individuals and causing significant traffic disruptions across the area.

Two vehicles were set on fire during the protests in Sector 84, further escalating tensions. Authorities issued a traffic advisory due to ongoing congestion and diversions caused by both protests.

Abhishek Kumar, president of NEFOWA, stated, “We have been waiting for 10 years for this essential service to be implemented. The time for mere promises is over; we need action.”

Another resident, Brijesh Kumar, expressed frustration, saying, “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.”

The Noida Police urged workers to maintain peace and restraint, assuring that necessary actions were being taken and minimum force was being used to manage the protests.

Residents have expressed ongoing frustration over the decade-long delay in the Metro project, highlighting the critical need for improved public transportation in the area.

As the protests continue, the community remains hopeful for a resolution that addresses their transportation needs and alleviates their daily challenges.