Checks for groundwater level must for basement digging in Noida now

Noida's administration mandates groundwater level studies before basement approvals, involving Noida, Greater Noida, and Yamuna authorities. Heights based on studies; prior permits amended. Six developers fined for illegal dewatering using pumps in sectors 153, 154, and 129. Soil test reports essential. 12 projects scrutinized. Hydrologist Ankita Rai and RP Singh discuss policy enforcement.