Residents of Greater Noida West are protesting for Metro connectivity, highlighting a decade-long wait for the service. The protest is organized by NEFOWA.
In a significant development, 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 demonstration aims to highlight the urgent need for Metro service implementation in the area.
Approximately 3.5 lakh residents have been waiting for over 10 years for the promised Metro service, which has yet to materialize. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Greater Noida West metro extension was rejected by the Centre on April 3, further fueling frustrations among the residents.
During the protest, participants raised slogans demanding immediate action on the Metro project. A symbolic act involved protesters pulling a mock Metro pillar to emphasize their plight. Around 50 housing societies participated in the protest, showcasing the widespread support for the cause.
In a related incident, protests in Noida Phase 2 erupted over workers demanding a salary hike, leading to vandalism and arrests. Police used tear gas to control the situation, resulting in 50 arrests and two vehicles being set on fire during the unrest in Sector 84. The protests caused significant traffic disruptions across the area, prompting authorities to issue a traffic advisory.
Abhishek Kumar, president of NEFOWA, expressed the community’s frustration, stating, “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, added, “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 have urged workers to maintain peace and restraint, assuring that necessary action is being taken while minimizing force. As the situation unfolds, residents remain hopeful for a resolution to their long-standing demands for Metro connectivity.
