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Noida Residents Starve for Justice: 5 Lakh Families Demand Basic Rights

In a desperate plea for electricity and water, residents of Noida's Hindon Floodplain intensify their hunger strike, demanding government accountability.

Indian Cockroach Desk22 September 2026, 5:24 pm IST1 min read
Source:NDTV
Noida Residents Starve for Justice: 5 Lakh Families Demand Basic Rights

Noida Residents Starve for Justice: 5 Lakh Families Demand Basic Rights

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Residents of Pushta Park in Noida are standing firm in their hunger strike, highlighting a dire situation that has persisted for over a decade. According to Sukhbir Khalifa, an estimated 4 to 5 lakh families have been living without electricity, water, or basic facilities for the past 10 to 12 years. This dire lack of essential services raises critical questions about government accountability and the promises made to these citizens.

A Call for Action

The hunger strike has intensified as residents demand immediate action from authorities. With basic needs unmet, families are left to wonder: What happened to the government's commitments to provide essential services? Who is responsible for this prolonged neglect? The silence from officials is deafening as these citizens fight for their rights.

As reported by NDTV, the situation in Pushta Park not only reflects a failure of governance but also underscores the urgent need for systemic change to address the plight of marginalized communities in India. The question remains: when will the government take responsibility for its promises?

Source: NDTV

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