Land Freeze
Noida Authority Imposes Land Sale Restrictions in 37 Villages Ahead of New Noida Acquisition
The Noida Authority has imposed restrictions on land purchase and sale in 37 villages across two districts as it advances its survey and land acquisition process for the New Noida (Dadri-Noida-Ghaziabad Investment Region) project. Revenue officials and lekhpals will verify ownership records and boundaries during the survey period before notifying individual land parcels.
| Villages under restriction | 37 villages total: 13 in Gautam Buddh Nagar, 24 in Bulandshahr |
|---|---|
| Survey status (as of August 2026) | Land surveys and revenue record verification to begin in August 2026 |
| Acquisition model | Consent-based acquisition (mutual agreement with landowners) |
| Compensation rate | ₹4,300 per square metre, matching Jewar Airport acquisition rates |
| Phase 1 target | 3,165 hectares targeted for acquisition by FY 2027 |
| Total project scope | 209.11 sq km across 84 villages, four phases through 2041 |
| Land use allocation | 40% industrial, 13% residential, 18% green space |
| Budget allocated | ₹1,000 crore for Phase 1 land acquisition |
What Was Announced
The Noida Authority has started the land acquisition process for the first phase of the New Noida (Dadri-Noida-Ghaziabad Investment Region or DNGIR) project. The first phase will cover 37 villages spread across Gautam Buddh Nagar and Bulandshahr districts, where land surveys and revenue record verification will begin in August. During this period, the sale and purchase of land in the identified villages will be restricted.
Who Decided and Why
The Noida Authority will begin the land acquisition process for the ambitious New Noida project, officially known as the Dadri-Noida-Ghaziabad Investment Region (DNGIR). Revenue officials and lekhpals will verify land ownership, khasra-khatauni records, co-ownership details and village boundaries before issuing notifications for individual land parcels. The restrictions prevent speculative purchases and encroachments that could complicate the acquisition process.
The Numbers
In the first phase, land from 37 villages—24 in Bulandshahr and 13 in Gautam Buddh Nagar—will be acquired. In the first phase, around 3165 hectares of land is targeted to be acquired and developed by the financial year 2027. The Noida Authority has fixed the land acquisition compensation at Rs 4,300 per square metre, matching the rates offered for land acquired under the Jewar Noida International Airport project. The government has allocated ₹1,000 crore for land acquisition from Phase 1 villages.
What Changes
The land sale restrictions will remain in force during the survey and verification period. Four lekhpals (revenue officials) have been deployed for fieldwork, while another is expected to join shortly. They will verify khasra numbers, ownership and co-ownership records, and inheritance claims before the acquisition begins. Revenue staff, including lekhpals, will undertake detailed field surveys to verify land ownership records, co-ownership details, inheritance claims, and existing land use. Physical verification will also document boundaries, agricultural activity, structures, roads, and other assets before acquisition proceedings move forward. Once surveys are complete, the Authority will issue formal notifications for individual land parcels before commencing land acquisition through consent-based agreements.
What Comes Next
The acquisition will be carried out through mutual consent with farmers. Officials will hold meetings with farmers and landowners to explain the project, compensation policy and acquisition process before securing the land. After land acquisition is completed, the authority will begin developing roads, drainage systems, sewage networks, electricity infrastructure and water supply pipelines. According to the Master Plan 2041, around 40 per cent of the acquired land will be reserved for industries, manufacturing units and logistics companies, making the region a major industrial hub. DNGIR, a proposed investment region under the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, will be developed in four phases up to 2041.
Context: The Larger Project
The Uttar Pradesh government notified 209.11 sq km across 84 villages for the project in October 2024, with 63 villages in Bulandshahr and 21 in Gautam Buddh Nagar. The scale is staggering: 20,000+ hectares of land, 84 villages, a planned population of six lakh, and a four-zone development framework (South, East, West, North) with dedicated industrial clusters in each. Around 40% of the land is reserved for industries — making this primarily an industrial and logistics hub, not a residential township. The New Noida city is planned around 32 kilometres from Jewar Airport and will have direct connectivity with the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) and the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor.
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Frequently asked questions
Which villages are affected by the land sale restrictions?
Major villages included in the first phase are Jokhabad, Sanwali, Birondi Fauladpur, Birondi Tajpur, Kaithra, Kishanpur, Muradabad, Nawada, Sikandrabad Rural and Chiti. Areas near Dadri, Palla, Kathehra, Chitahera and Anandpur are also part of the project.
What compensation will landowners receive?
The Noida Authority has fixed the land acquisition compensation at Rs 4,300 per square metre, matching the rates offered for land acquired under the Jewar Noida International Airport project. This applies to all land acquired through consent in Phase 1.
Is land acquisition mandatory or voluntary?
The acquisition will be carried out through mutual consent with farmers. Landowners retain the right to negotiate terms, though restrictions are in place to prevent speculative transactions.
When will the survey be completed?
Officials said the acquisition process is expected to start within the next seven to ten days. The survey and verification period is expected to span several months, with formal notifications issued parcel by parcel.
Why is New Noida being developed?
The main aim of the DNGIR Master Plan is to reduce pressure on existing Noida and Greater Noida and to develop a new, well-planned city with modern infrastructure, industries, housing, and green spaces. With the Jewar airport expected to become a major economic driver for western Uttar Pradesh, officials believe the timing is right to push ahead with the long-planned New Noida project.
How many phases will the project have?
DNGIR, a proposed investment region under the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, will be developed in four phases up to 2041. Phase 1 comprises the first 37 villages; subsequent phases will cover the remaining 47 villages across the full 209.11 sq km.
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