In Noida, green belts meant to act as pollution buffers are now being used as dumping grounds for waste. Residents have raised concerns over poor maintenance, encroachments, and rising health and security risks.

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• Green belts in Noida turning into dumping sites for waste and debris.
• Originally planned to reduce pollution and improve air quality.
• Over 350 green belts exist but many remain poorly maintained.
• Garbage, horticulture waste and construction debris dumped regularly.
• Key affected sectors include 35, 47, 51, 36, 37 and 70.
• Sewage discharge and stagnant water causing mosquito breeding.
• Encroachments by vendors, dhobis and utility equipment reported.
• Residents highlight foul smell, visual pollution and declining greenery.
• Damaged walls and poor upkeep raising safety and theft concerns.
• Authorities claim action on complaints but residents demand consistent maintenance.