Stray cattle turning out to be a big menace in Greater Noida, residents complains lack of action

Greater Noida: Residents of Greater Noida’s Delta 2, Beta 1, and Delta 1 neighborhoods are grappling with a persistent nuisance: stray cattle. These animals, wandering freely through the streets, pose a significant risk to commuters and frequently damage public plantations. Despite numerous complaints to the authorities, residents feel their concerns are being ignored. The call for action is loud and clear. Residents are urging the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) to take decisive steps to mitigate this problem. GNIDA officials, however, claim that efforts are underway to address the issue by expanding shelter facilities for the stray cattle.

Alok Nagar, the general secretary of the Residents Welfare Association (RWA) for Delta 2, highlighted the widespread nature of the problem. “Stray cattle are roaming freely in several areas including Beta 1, Delta 1, and Delta 2. This creates a dangerous situation for residents and motorists,” he stated as quoted by Hindustan Times.

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The presence of stray cattle not only endangers commuters but also disrupts traffic flow, as they often occupy roads, footpaths, and even traffic signals. Deepak Bhati, a resident of Beta 1, emphasized the chaos caused by these animals, lamenting how they obstruct free movement on the roads. In addition to traffic issues, the stray cattle are wreaking havoc on the local environment. Ajay Kumar, another resident, described how the animals feed on plants and trees in public parks, road dividers, and other green spaces. “This not only threatens the greenery but also harms the environment,” he said.

Garbage adds on to the problem

Garbage scattered by the cattle adds to the problem, with residents accusing the authorities of neglect. Despite their repeated complaints, they feel little has been done to address the issue. Nagar from Delta 2’s RWA appealed to GNIDA officials, urging them to take immediate action. “We need the authorities to recognize our plight and move these stray cattle to designated shelter homes,” he said.

Efforts underway to enhance shelter facilities for stray cattle: GNIDA

Manoj Kumar, Assistant Manager (Health) at GNIDA, acknowledged the residents’ concerns and assured that steps are being taken. “We are currently expanding the capacity of our existing cattle shelter in Jalpura, which now houses around 1,500 cattle. We are also setting up an additional shelter with a capacity for 500 more cattle at a new location,” he explained. “These measures will significantly improve the situation soon.”

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