NGT Gives Greater Noida 10 Days to Reveal Unauthorised Projects, Raising Questions for Property Buyers
Greater Noida | September 29, 2026: Property buyers in Greater Noida may soon get greater clarity on construction projects facing environmental scrutiny, as the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has given the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) another 10 days to submit details of unauthorised private and commercial constructions in its jurisdiction.
The tribunal’s direction comes after more than a year of delays in submitting the requested information. The case focuses on alleged violations of environmental regulations, including construction without mandatory approvals where applicable. The disclosures could help clarify the regulatory status of projects and the action taken against alleged violations.
NGT Seeks a Detailed List of Unauthorised Construction
The NGT issued the latest direction on September 24 while hearing a plea filed by former Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation councillor Rajender Tyagi. The tribunal’s principal bench, headed by Chairperson Justice Prakash Srivastava and expert member Afroz Ahmad, recorded GNIDA’s request for 10 additional days to submit a comprehensive report.
The authority has been asked to provide details of the projects, notices issued to alleged violators and court orders in cases where those notices have been challenged.
The matter has been listed for the next hearing on December 10, 2026.
Why Projects Above 5,000 Sq Metres Are Under Scrutiny
The proceedings concern allegations that certain construction projects in Greater Noida have violated environmental norms, including the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 2006.
The case also involves projects allegedly developed without the required Consent to Establish (CTE) or Consent to Operate (CTO) from the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB), wherever applicable.
The tribunal has sought details of constructions exceeding the 5,000-square-metre threshold. The information is relevant to determining which projects fall under the applicable environmental requirements.
UP Pollution Board Flags Delayed Information
In its compliance report dated September 23, the UPPCB informed the tribunal that it had written to GNIDA on August 17 and September 16 seeking project details but had not received the requested information.
GNIDA told the tribunal that it was examining the details and needed additional time to submit a comprehensive report. The authority had initially assured the tribunal in July 2025 that it would file a detailed affidavit within three weeks. Several hearings have taken place since then without the requested information being submitted.
Two Projects Face Closure Orders and Environmental Compensation
The UPPCB has issued closure orders and imposed environmental compensation of ₹21.4 lakh each on Ghaziabad Developers & Builders, associated with Bhagwati Developers and Dwarka City Colony, and Sahara Enclave/City.
Tyagi has alleged that construction at both sites continued despite the closure orders. These claims form part of the ongoing proceedings and are subject to examination by the authorities and the tribunal.
In July 2026, the NGT directed the UPPCB to verify allegations that construction companies were continuing work despite closure orders and to take appropriate action where violations were established.
What the Case Means for Property Buyers and Developers
The proceedings highlight why buyers should verify a project's approvals and regulatory status before making a property purchase, particularly where construction is underway or the project is located in a developing area.
Buyers can check the project's sanctioned plans, applicable environmental clearances and relevant permissions with the concerned authorities. They should also seek written clarification if a project has been named in regulatory proceedings.
For developers, the case underscores the importance of securing applicable approvals and complying with environmental directions. Any enforcement action or unresolved regulatory issue can affect construction activity and create uncertainty for stakeholders.
What Happens Next in the NGT Case
GNIDA has been given 10 days to submit the requested information, including notices issued to alleged violators and court orders concerning challenges to those notices.
The UPPCB’s report and GNIDA’s response will help the tribunal examine the status of the projects and the steps taken by the authorities. The next hearing is scheduled for December 10, 2026.
For Greater Noida’s property market, the immediate development is a push for greater regulatory clarity. The tribunal’s next review may provide further information about the projects under scrutiny and the action being taken.