Board Meeting
YEIDA 91st Board Meeting Reviews Regional Finances and Approves Fire Safety Infrastructure for Jewar Airport Corridor
The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) held its 91st Board Meeting chaired by Alok Kumar, Chairman of YEIDA and Additional Chief Secretary (Industrial Development), where the authority reviewed its financial standing and approved critical infrastructure investments across the Yamuna Expressway region, including a ₹50 crore allocation for fire safety services supporting high-rise development.
| Total Receipts (FY 2026–27 to June 30) | ₹1,371.75 crore, up from ₹640.01 crore in the corresponding prior year |
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| Total Expenditure (FY 2026–27) | ₹2,101.96 crore, with ₹1,741.40 crore (83%) spent on land acquisition |
| Industrial Revenue Contribution | ₹660.14 crore from industrial and mixed-use land schemes, representing nearly 50% of annual revenue target |
| Fire Services Allocation | ₹50 crore sanctioned for UP Fire Services to enhance firefighting infrastructure for high-rise buildings |
| Industrial Plot Activity | 63 lease deeds completed; possession handed to 118 allottees; 62 building plans approved; 12 industrial units registered under Factory Act |
| Hotel Development Policy | Board approved adoption of Noida Authority's policy framework for future hotel development schemes |
| Land Acquisition Relief | Officials instructed to issue reservation letters for 7% developed abadi plots to affected villagers immediately after land acquisition completion |
| Industrial Parks Under Development | Five industrial parks being developed across the region |
Board Meeting Date and Leadership
The 91st Board Meeting was chaired by Alok Kumar, Chairman of YEIDA and Additional Chief Secretary (Industrial Development), with Board Secretary Rakesh Kumar Singh presenting the agenda. The Board reviewed the Authority's financial position, ongoing industrial projects, transport initiatives, land acquisition and rehabilitation measures before giving approval to several proposals designed to boost investment and urban expansion in the Yamuna Expressway region.
Financial Performance and Revenue
YEIDA recorded a significant rise in revenue during the first quarter of the current financial year, with total receipts increasing to ₹1,371.75 crore by June 30, 2026, compared with ₹640.01 crore during the corresponding period last year. Expenditure reached ₹2,101.96 crore, with nearly ₹1,741.40 crore utilised for land acquisition.
Income generated from industrial and mixed land-use schemes contributed ₹660.14 crore, accounting for almost half of the Authority's annual revenue target.
Fire Safety and Emergency Services Investment
To strengthen emergency preparedness in rapidly developing urban areas, the Board sanctioned ₹50 crore for the Uttar Pradesh Fire Services Department to enhance firefighting infrastructure, particularly for high-rise buildings expected to come up across the region.
Industrial Development and Plot Allocation
The meeting reviewed progress in several industrial clusters, including the MSME Park, Handicraft Park, Toy Park, Apparel Park and Medical Device Park. Lease deeds were completed for 63 industrial plots; possession of plots was handed over to 118 allottees; building plans were approved in 62 cases; and twelve industrial units were registered under the Factory Act.
Land Acquisition and Farmer Relief
To provide relief to affected villagers, officials were instructed to issue reservation letters for 7 per cent developed abadi plots immediately after completion of land acquisition. This measure is designed to ensure livelihood support for displaced rural populations in the Yamuna Expressway region.
Hotel Development Framework and Infrastructure
The Board approved the adoption of Noida Authority's policy framework for future hotel development schemes to ensure uniformity in planning and implementation. Additionally, approval was given for acquiring land required for the development of new industrial sectors and the construction of a Master Plan road linking Sector 7B and Sector 8D, a project expected to improve connectivity and support future industrial and urban expansion.
Sustainable Transport Initiatives
The Board reviewed the progress of NTPC-supported electric and hydrogen-powered bus services, reflecting YEIDA's focus on sustainable public transport.
Environmental Management
Approval was granted for establishing a solid waste management facility near the Dhanauri Wetland to improve environmental management and waste disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the scope of YEIDA's 91st Board Meeting decision?
The meeting approved a series of large-scale infrastructure and industrial initiatives aimed at strengthening economic development around the Noida International Airport, reviewing the Authority's financial position, ongoing industrial projects, transport initiatives, land acquisition and rehabilitation measures across the Yamuna Expressway region.
How much revenue did YEIDA earn in the first quarter of FY 2026–27?
Total receipts increased to ₹1,371.75 crore by June 30, 2026, compared with ₹640.01 crore during the corresponding period last year.
Where is YEIDA allocating the ₹50 crore fire services budget?
The Board sanctioned ₹50 crore for the Uttar Pradesh Fire Services Department to enhance firefighting infrastructure, particularly for high-rise buildings expected to come up across the region.
How does YEIDA support farmers affected by land acquisition?
Officials were instructed to issue reservation letters for 7 per cent developed abadi plots immediately after completion of land acquisition to provide relief to affected villagers.
What industrial parks is YEIDA developing?
YEIDA is developing several industrial clusters including the MSME Park, Handicraft Park, Toy Park, Apparel Park and Medical Device Park.
What was the primary use of YEIDA's ₹2,101.96 crore expenditure?
Nearly ₹1,741.40 crore of the total ₹2,101.96 crore expenditure was utilised for land acquisition.