Residents in Greater Noida’s Delta 1 sector fell ill after consuming contaminated water, prompting calls for pipeline audits and sewage monitoring
Residents of Delta 1 Fall Ill from Alleged Contaminated Water
More than 15 residents of Delta 1 in the Greater Noida area of Gautam Buddha Nagar district fell ill over the past four days. They complained of loose motions and stomach pain after allegedly consuming contaminated drinking water. On Thursday, January 8, 2026, demands increased for a permanent sewage monitoring system, regular laboratory testing, pipeline audits, and emergency protocols to prevent future incidents. Locals blamed sewage-mixed water for the illnesses. However, the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has not confirmed any contamination.
Demands for Action from Authorities
A letter from the Gautam Buddha Nagar Vikas Samiti addressed to the CEO of GNIDA stated, “As per information received, contaminated drinking water was supplied in Delta 1 sector block C, 152-202, in Greater Noida, leading to illness of at least 15 people. We demand immediate action from the authorities on high TDS and sewer-mixed water. It is mandatory to implement a permanent monitoring system, regular lab-test, pipeline audit, and emergency protocol to prevent contaminated water supply in future.”
Ongoing Complaints from Residents
Residents reported that they had raised repeated complaints with GNIDA for several months, but the problem persisted. Locals also complained of receiving yellow-colored water in their homes for days. Several people developed ailments such as diarrhea and vomiting.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Delta 1, Greater Noida |
| Number of Ill Residents | 15+ |
| Date of Incident | January 8, 2026 |
| Reported Symptoms | Loose motions, stomach pain, diarrhea, vomiting |
| Authority Involved | Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) |
