24-05-2025
Fallen signages to broken branches: Storm leaves a trail of destruction, Noida hastens clean-up work
Noida: A day after Wednesday's thunderstorms, Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M inspected several residential and industrial areas and directed officials to fix fallen signage, street poles, low height barrier, and remove tree branches still blocking roads.
The evening storm, with wind speeds reaching 80 kmph, brought heavy rainfall and hailstorms, claiming at least three lives in Noida.
During the inspection on Thursday, a large number of dead trees/plants were found near the entrance of Noida Sector 14A and under the flyover. The CEO said, "We gave instructions to the horticulture department to remove them and plant new trees. On Dadri-Surajpur-Chhalera road near Botanical Garden, the painting of the low-height barrier was found to be scraped off.
The officials have been told to get it repaired.
We also visited some other areas and directed officials to take necessary measures."
The officials found waterlogging on the road from Sector 16B to MP 1. The civil department was asked to complete the drainage work before the monsoon. Noida Traffic Cell was asked to install proper signage near the Botanical Garden bus stand. In Sector 50, several illegal banners were spotted and were ordered to be taken down.
On the road between sectors 50 and 51, damaged portions of the central verge were identified, along with industrial and other waste scattered at multiple locations. Orders were issued to the concerned departments for repairs and clean-up.
Near Film City, the central verge of the road was found to be too high. The CEO instructed officials to level these areas and to plant appropriately sized greenery to enhance the visual appeal and functionality of the stretch.
The team also found the presence of concrete jersey barriers at the Rajnigandha underpass towards Sector 16A and directed their immediate removal. Instructions were also issued to improve the condition of footpaths along this route and install decorative lighting. During inspection, the officials also found missing lights in Meghdoot Park in Sector 50 while exposed electrical wires raised safety concerns. The park was found in poor condition with overgrown grass, broken walking tracks and damaged benches indicating neglect in regular upkeep.
We ordered the suspension of the maintenance officer's salary until further notice," CEO said.
Wednesday's rainfall and storm brought down nearly 200 trees, streetlights and hoardings, leaving key routes choked and impassable.
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