GRANO Authority Demolishes Illegal Plotting on 6,000 sqm in Greater Noida
GRANO officials raze unauthorized construction covering about 6,000 sq m in Gram Khoodna Khurd, Greater Noida, valued at roughly ₹12 crore, after a two‑hour operation on Monday.
GRANO Authority demolished illegal structures spanning nearly 6,000 sq m in Gram Khoodna Khurd, Greater Noida. The action, ordered by CEO N.G. Ravi Kumar, cost an estimated ₹12 crore.
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On Monday afternoon, the Greater Noida Development Authority (GRANO) carried out a decisive operation to dismantle an illegal encroachment on approximately 6,000 square metres of land in Gram Khoodna Khurd. The area, identified as Khasra No. 502, was being occupied by a coloniser who was attempting to create unauthorised plots.
The demolition, valued at roughly ₹12 crore, was executed under the direct orders of GRANO’s Chief Executive Officer, N.G. Ravi Kumar. A team drawn from the authority’s Survey and Project Departments, working in coordination with the Work Circle‑2 office, oversaw the entire process.
According to senior officials, the coloniser had begun laying out plots without any sanctioned plan or map approval. GRANO’s Assistant CEO, Sumit Yadav, warned that anyone who constructs or attempts construction in a notified area without proper permission will face strict legal action. He urged the public to verify land records with the authority’s Survey Department before purchasing any property in Greater Noida, emphasizing that illicit colonies can lead to significant financial loss.
AK Singh, Managing Director of GRANO, explained that the land in question is owned by the authority and is part of its accrued and possession‑recorded properties. “The plotters were trying to convert government‑held land into private plots,” he said. “Our teams acted swiftly to prevent further illegal development.”
The operation was led by Senior Manager Pradeep Kumar of Work Circle‑2, together with Manager Rohit Gupta, supervisors, and security personnel of the authority. The demolition lasted around two hours, during which the illegal structures were completely razed.
In a formal notice issued after the demolition, the authority reiterated its zero‑tolerance stance on unauthorized construction. It warned that any repeat attempts will be met with immediate legal proceedings, including possible prosecution and confiscation of assets.
Greater Noida, a rapidly expanding satellite city of Delhi, has witnessed numerous cases of illegal land grabbing in recent years. The GRANO Authority, established to regulate planned development and ensure orderly growth, has repeatedly stressed the importance of adhering to approved land‑use plans.
Local real‑estate analysts note that the estimated ₹12 crore value of the demolished structures reflects the high demand for housing and commercial space in the region. However, they caution that investors must conduct thorough due diligence, including checking the status of land titles and obtaining necessary clearances from the authority.
Sumit Yadav’s appeal to the public underscores a broader government effort to curb fraudulent land‑sale schemes that have plagued several parts of the National Capital Region. By encouraging prospective buyers to consult the GRANO Survey Department, the authority hopes to create a more transparent market environment.
The successful demolition sends a clear message to illegal colonisers: GRANO will not hesitate to take swift action to protect public land and uphold the rule of law. As the city continues to grow, such enforcement measures are expected to become an integral part of maintaining orderly urban development.
