Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Noida Halts Crematorium Revamp in Biodiversity Park Amid Concerns
Imagine a beautiful park where animals and plants live, like a big playground for nature.
Someone wanted to build a place to burn bodies (a crematorium) right next to it.
But people who live nearby, and bird watchers, were worried!
They said the smoke and the thought of it might scare away the animals and make the park less fun.
They also pointed out that it's against the rules to build a crematorium so close to where people live.
The city officials listened and have stopped the building for now, and they are looking into the matter to decide what to do.
Noida Authority halted a crematorium revamp within the Biodiversity Park in Sector 91.
The decision followed complaints from nearby residents and bird watchers.
Concerns raised include health risks, environmental impact, and violation of building codes.
The Authority is awaiting a detailed report before further action.
The crematorium is located near residential sectors and a proposed international wildlife attraction.
- Who
- Noida Authority, residents, birdwatchers, and villagers
- What
- Halting the revamp of a crematorium in the Biodiversity Park.
- When
- Recent
- Where
- Biodiversity Park in Sector 91, Noida
- Why
- Due to complaints about health risks, environmental concerns, and violations of building codes.
- Authority Involved
- Noida Authority
- Location of Park
- Sector 91, Noida
- Action Taken
- Stopped the revamp of a crematorium
- Money spent on project
- Rs 29 lakh
- Crematorium Proximity
- Within 200 meters of residential areas
- Proposed attractions for the park
- Deer park and sunset safari