India, Feb. 18 -- Residents of Sector 76 and 77 in Noida are up in arms against a reckless cable-laying work undertaken by a contractor of the Paschimanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (PVVNL) Noida.

The work, which involves digging up roads and footpaths, has left behind a trail of dust, debris, and alleged environmental violations. Despite the issue being raised in the District Environment Committee meeting, locals are yet to witness favourable results.

UP Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) Noida authorities on Monday, however, assured they will ensure compliance to rules in view of public concerns.

"Walking in the sector has become a nightmare. The entire road and tiles are covered in dust, and there is no effort to clean up after the ...