Suraksha Group restarted a ready-mix concrete plant in Noida's Wishtown area. This violated the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board's ban. Residents of nearby housing towers protested. They fear noise, dust, and traffic problems. The plant was shut in after pollution complaints. Suraksha says it needs the plant to complete unfinished towers. UPPCB has directed Suraksha not to start work without permission. Suraksha CEO Abhijit Gohil promised to follow all rules if the plant restarts. The group took over Jaypee's unfinished projects and has 16,000 apartments to complete. Residents can file complaints with UPPCB if they face pollution issues. (Updated 13 Oct 2025, 10:34 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Suraksha Group restarted a ready-mix concrete plant in Noida's Wishtown area
- This violated the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board's ban
- Residents of nearby housing towers protested