On April 26, 2026, residents of Greater Noida West gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi to protest for the long-awaited Metro connectivity that has been promised for over a decade. Organized by the Noida Extension Flat Owners Welfare Association (NEFOWA), the protest aims to draw attention to the urgent need for Metro services in the area.
Approximately 3.5 lakh residents have been waiting for the implementation of the Metro service, which was recently stalled when the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Greater Noida West metro extension was rejected by the Centre on April 3. This rejection has intensified frustrations among residents, many of whom have expressed their discontent over the prolonged delays.
During the protest, participants raised slogans demanding immediate action on the Metro project. A symbolic demonstration included pulling a mock Metro pillar, underscoring the community’s determination to see the project through. With over 50 housing societies participating, the protest reflects a significant collective effort to push for necessary infrastructure improvements.
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.” This sentiment was echoed by Brijesh Kumar, a resident of Greater Noida West, who lamented, “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.”
In a separate incident, protests in Noida Phase 2 erupted over workers demanding a salary hike, leading to vandalism and arrests. Police were forced to use tear gas to control the situation, which resulted in traffic disruptions across the area. Reports indicate that two vehicles were set on fire during the unrest, and authorities issued a traffic advisory due to ongoing congestion and diversions.
As tensions rise, the Noida Police have urged workers to maintain peace and restraint, assuring the public that necessary action is being taken with minimum force. Meanwhile, the protests in Greater Noida West continue, highlighting the community’s urgent call for better public transport solutions.
