Noida Extension farmers discuss out-of-court settlement; seek additional compensation for land acquired

NEW DELHI: Noida Extension is abuzz again, but not with construction activity yet. After the Allahabad High Court gave an option to farmers for an out-of-court settlement with the Greater Noida Authorty, farmers from various villages met on Wednesday to discuss the issue. Most farmers in the area want an additional compensation of Rs 700-850 per sq metre.

Farmers were given Rs 850 per sq metre when their land was acquired between 2008 and 2009. “We are also asking for our abadi land to be regularised immediately. If these demands are met, we will allow work to be continued,” says Pradeep Yadav of Patwari village, who had 250 bighas of land in the village.

The Greater Noida Authority has started speaking with farmers in the area. Another farmer said the authority has offered to increase the compensation by Rs 500 per sq metre.