India, May 29 -- The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has imposed a total penalty of Rs.10 lakh on two construction projects for allegedly causing air and water pollution in residential sectors of the city, officials said on Wednesday.

The action follows multiple complaints from residents through various social media platforms and the Integrated Grievance Redressal System (IGRS), and direct submissions to the authority office.

Officials informed that a site inspection was conducted on May 24 at plot GH-05 in Sector Techzone 4 which revealed open transportation of sand, soil, and construction material in uncovered dumpers, contributing to widespread dust emissions.

Authorities observed that basement construction wo...