Apartment Times has been in operation from past 5 years as the voice of Residents of high rise in GB Nagar.

Apartment Times highlights the burning issues of the societies and its surroundings and also tries to build a channel between the residents and authorities for proper solution and redressal to their issues.

Through the apartment times edition 66, the residents make a collective voice for demand for facilities and basic needs which cannot then go unnoticed or unheard by the concerned authorities.

Key Highlights of Edition – 66 Apartment Times Newsletter

1. UP-RERA Cracks Down on Incomplete Flat Handover

UP-RERA has mandated that builders in Noida and surrounding areas must not hand over incomplete flats. Possession is allowed only after the Occupancy Certificate (OC) is issued and all promised amenities are in place. Developers violating this rule face penalties up to 5% of the project cost.

2. Apartment Times Honours 250+ ‘Highrise Heroes’

A grand Academic Achiever 2025 Ceremony recognized over 250 toppers from Noida’s high-rise societies. Held at GN Group of Institutes, the event celebrated students from CBSE, ICSE, and UP boards, with support from community leaders, educators, and special guests like MLA Tejpal Nagar and IPS Rajeev Narain Mishra.

3. Fire Safety Concerns Resurface in High-Rise Societies

Over 350 buildings in Noida and Greater Noida are reportedly lacking adequate fire safety infrastructure. NOFAA has called for mandatory fire audits, training, and the formation of a dedicated fire safety fund to ensure resident safety and builder accountability.

4. Mental Health Initiatives Rise in Societies

With increasing stress in gated communities, RWAs have begun launching mental health programs including wellness sessions, resident counseling, and support groups. Experts highlight growing issues like isolation, anxiety, and burnout across age groups.

5. YEIDA Announces Affordable Housing Plot Scheme

YEIDA plans to launch 8,288 EWS plots in sectors 18 and 20 at ₹7.5 lakh per plot with 10-year no-sale restrictions. This initiative aims to provide affordable housing to economically weaker sections, with additional reservations for army personnel, industrial workers, and differently-abled individuals.