Sector 15A Noida
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Oonjal- the Swing!
Visitors to our house visit our Pooja room. As they enter, they see the majestic Oonjal- Malayalam word for “Swing”. At 7 feet long, 2 feet wide, 2 inches thick…
Scoop the Poop
Life forms on this planet are spiritual beings having a physical experience. Man is supposedly the most evolved of these beings having a fully developed mind. The plant kingdom can…
Queues Are Not My Thing
Our colony recently had their RWA organised Karwachauth mela. No, this article is not about that. I have mixed feelings towards that and therefore would refrain from writing about that….
संरक्षण का जरूरतमंद!
और फिर एक बार, हमारे पास, एक डरा, थका, छोटा सा पंछी आ पहुंचा। संरक्षण का जरूरतमंद! जब ये अपनी मां से बिछुड़ कर आते हैं, तब यह बेबी बर्ड…
Rethinking Tradition: Beyond One-Day Gestures of Respect
Navratri is a time of reverence for the divine feminine, celebrated with fervour across India. Central to this is Kanjak Pujan, where young girls are invited, symbolizing the goddess herself. It’s a…
Pressure from Opposition Forces RWA Gets the Club Lease Deed Renewed on Old Terms
RWA’s Attempt to Grab Complete Control of Club Affairs Foiled RWA President DD Mishra informed the residents and the members of the Club that he has been able to get…
New 2024-25 RWA Executive Committee Elected Unopposed
The 11-member new RWA Executive Committee was elected unopposed. Only 11 members filed their nominations and all others refrained from it. Returning officer Debesh Panda announced their being elected. Following…
What Have We Become?
My evening walk on Sunday turned nightmarish when a ‘gentleman’ outside his bungalow was seen mercilessly thrashing a man half his size. I asked what had provoked him and was…
Samvada’s Annual Editors Meet!
Platform of Sharing Ideas, Building Relationships & Strengthening Community Bonds Community Samvada, a hyperlocal news magazine, dedicated to promoting com-munity engagement and cultural exchange, recently hosted its annual meet on…
Remembring Baldeep Singh
I well remember the first time I saw Baldeep Singh, a couple of decades ago. We were both in our respective cars waiting to pick up our children from the…
Exhilarating Gala Night Organised by Ladies Club Sector 15A
A well planned and executed event was held on Saturday, 30th March, at Silver Oak, Club Sector, 15A. It was a very memorable event and will surely beetched in the…
Club’s Holi Milan Samaroh Was a Grand Success
It was a breathtaking spectacle of vibrant colours and joyous celebrations. Every corner was adorned with meticulous decorations, including an exquisite golden pitcher placed elegantly, adding a touch of opulence…
RWA Organised a Grand Holi in the Children’s Park
The vibrant celebration of the Holi festival took place with grandeur and fervour at the Children’s Park on Mar 25. Every detail of the arrangements contributed to the festive ambiance….
Residence Interactive Session with Dr Mahesh Sharma
The interactive session with Dr Mahesh Sharma was not just a routine event but a vibrant gathering where residents of 15A expressed their support for Dr. Sharma. His acknowledgment of…
New Golf Cart!
Club 15A has bought a new Golf Cart Utility Battery Powered Vehicle. Now the Club has two such vehicles to provide pick-up and drop home services for our senior resident…
RWA AGM & Elections
The AGM of the RWA will be held on Sun, 28 April at 10 am. This time there will be no elections as the executive committee is coming back unopposed.
Club AGM & Elections
The AGM of the Club will be held on Sun, 5 May at 10.30 am. This will be followed by elections to the Club Managing Committee, if required.
Gym Users Not Happy with Conditions at the Gym!
Reacting to the condition of the Club Gym, a young girl who was tired of complaining to no avail of the messy gym and the loud inappropriate music, told Samvada editors…
Plastic Recycling Machine!
Under the Project of PlasticFix, two electronic machines were donated and have been installed by UFLEX, one each at Rajnigandha Market Complex and the Club premises, to recycle plastic water…
RWA Ranks First Under Swachh Survekshan 2024!
RWA Sector 15A ranked first in the Swachhta Ranking Competition held to select the best RWA in terms of cleanliness under Swachh RWAs Category. A certificate in recognition of this…
Congratulations
RWA Secretary Rajesh Khanna has completed 73 ye-ars. Samvada wishes him many more years of happiness and great work ahead.
Noida CEO assures SDF Prez of Swift Action!
SDF President Dr Anupma Bhardwaj had a meeting with CEO Noida Authority M. Lokesh last month to address the various issues affecting the SDF complex. She says that the CEO…
Cleaning Of the Area Opposite Oil India Garages!
Dr Anupma Bhardwaj recently met officials of Oil India to discuss the regular cleaning of the area in front of the garage. They have agreed to conduct fortnightly cleaning until…
Holika Dahan!
On 24 March, Holika was set up near the Central Bank. A large number of residents turned up to pray for health and happiness. The Holika was lit at 7…
Lift in SDF 3C is Now Fully Operational!
The lift at 3C, the home of Prakash Singh, is now fully operational. Congratulations to SDF residents and Prakash Singh for this important achievement.
Sanjeev-Sial Duo Had Plans to Stop Demanding RWA Subscription; Instead Give 15A Residents Royalty Every Year!
For Now, Jagga Oberoi Suggests RWA Rolls Back the Increase in Subscription & Does Not Burden the Residents Sometime ago we were told that the Sanjeev-Sial Duo had financial workings…
Well-Organised SDF Get-Together Fosters Strong Bonds With in the Community
The annual gathering of SDF residents was held on Mar 2. Despite intermittent rain, the event was delightful, especially during the high-tea when the weather became pleasant and cool, with…
Let’s Age Gracefully & Know That UQ
Study Circle Let’s Age Gracefully & Know That UQ was the topic of the study circle talk in February. The speaker was our past resident, Dr Anil Mandhani. At present,…
Flower Power Forever in Sector 15A
Happiness is like a Butterfly in my Garden! We are fortunate to be enjoying an extended spring this year; our Sector is full of colour bursts of flowers from almost…
Relevance Of Samvada In Our Community
In a world where fast-paced lives often lead to disconnected neighbourhoods, Samvada stands as a testament to the power of community spirit. It continues to play a vital role in…
Repairing and Covering of Sector Drains Inaugurated
Dr Mahesh Sharma, MP, along with Noida officials, including DL Verma, Project Engineer (Work Circle -1) and Guarav Bansal, Project Engineer (E&M-III) inaugurated the drain repairing and covering project. The…
Sculptures from Leftover Wood!
Beautiful sculptures were made by Horticulture convener Madhu Gupta and co-convener Deepa Bansal. These sculptures were made from the wood of pruned trees. Creative talent!
Cat Fights in SDF?
Lately there has been conflict among neighbours because of cat litter in areas like staircases and other common spaces. Some residents blamed animal lovers for encouraging and feeding stray cats….
Leading the Way
RWA Sec 15A Clinches Top Cleanliness Spot! RWA Sector 15A has won the coveted first position in the Swachhta Ranking Competition, marking the 15A community as the premier RWA for cleanliness…
The Goonj Camp Was Very Successful!
Yet another Goonj collection camp was held in the Sector on 9th March. The picture shows that residents donated very generously.
Holika Dehan!
RWA will be arranging Holika Dehan on Sun, 24 Mar at 7.30 pm, near the Central Bank.
Holi Rang Barsey!
RWA is hosting a Holi celebration on Mon, 25th Mar from 11 am onwards at the Children’s Park (408A) near Gate 2. Lunch will be served at 1.30 pm. Lunch coupons…
More Toxins in the Air with Fogging!
With cancers rife, do we really need the NA to carry out fogging in the Sector? Spewing toxic chemicals into our already toxic air is not doing anyone any favours…
Condolence
Rajinder Minocha (F/O Rajesh Minocha) passed away on 2 March; Brig Manmohan Sharma (Father of Anjali Sharma & Father-in-law of Mandeep Vinaik, HNo 375) passed away on 12 March; Baldeep…
“The New Lease Deed Has Reduced RWA & Club Executive Committee Members to Mere Clerks to Run Daily Affairs”, Says Inderjit Sial
The Writing on the Wall is Getting Clearer Noida Authority CLO Will Be in Actual Control It seems that the RWA Executive Committee has now realised that the new Lease…
Republic Day Was Celebrated with Great Fervour at Nandan Kanan Park with Domestic Managers & Their Families
Continuing a cherished tradition upheld for the past two decades more than 300 domestic managers and their families participated in the event. The program commenced with the unfurling of the…
No-One Wraps Like an Elf – Christmas Theatre
The Club members’ children put together yet another delightful theatrical presentation on 23rd December in association with Kathacuurry under the guidance of theatre teacher, Yashika Grover and music teacher Richard…
Money Stolen from Tenant’s House by His Maid Rani
The RWA is very disturbed that when residents rent out their property, they do not inform the RWA. The tenant invariably does not become a member of the Association and…
Celebrating Indian Cultural Diversity
Ladies’ Club January Event The Ladies’ Club Committee held a vibrant and colourful Indian Cultural Fiesta on 18th Jan in sync with the flavour of the month. The day began…
Republic Day Celebrations at the Club
Republic Day holds an important place in India as it was on the day that the Constitution of India was adopted in 1950 – the day we became a Secular,…
Sports Day Event Was Meticulously Organized for The Underprivileged Children of the Sector
Khel Khel Mein….In adherence to the timeless adage “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy,” a Sports Day event was meticulously organized for the underprivileged children of…
Condolence
Smt Kanta Kejriwal (mother of Advocate Gaurav Kejriwal, H.no.386) reached her heavenly abode on 27 Jan 2024; Smt Sheetal Gupta (H.no. 340 wife of Shri Rajnath Gupta) passed away on…
Retro New Year Eve Celebration
As the clock struck midnight and we bade farewell to 2023, Club 15A embarked on a dazzling journey back in time with their Retro Bollywood New Year’s Eve celebration! The…
SP Bagla Cricket Match
The S.P. Bagla Cricket Match was played in a highly professional manner between the teams Club & RWA yesterday. The game was watched by more than 85 residents. The RWA…
Little Patriot Celebrating India’s Glory on Republic Day at Club 15 A!
It was our little Aayan Taneja (H.no.172) dressed in the most beautiful patriotic attire at Club 15A on 26th January who attracted every-one’s attention and evoked feelings of gratitude to…
Club 15A Readies to Showcase Nature’s Beauty!
Blooming with colour and excitement as Club 15A gets ready to showcase nature’s beautiful flora at the upcoming Garden Competition organised by Floricultural Society of Noida on 23, 24 &…
New 15A Residents’ Directory
The Residents’ Directory 2024 has been published by the RWA. It has been produced along the same lines as before except that the cover colour is different this time.
Laddoos for the Workers
To fulfil a personal vow, Dr Renu Tiwari distributed 101 kgs of special laddoos (made from organic sesame, jaggery and cow milk ghee) to the security staff and other workers…
Club 15A Made Grand Arrangements to Celebrate the Inauguration of Ram Janmabhoomi!
On 22nd January a huge screen was set up in Silver Oak Hall, where more than 150 residents joined the celebration. Heaters were installed to make Silver Oak Hall very…
Stand Up to This Kind of Bullying & Stop This Dharna!
On Jan 29, the Kissan Neta got earful from our own feisty Anupma Bhardwaj. The Kissan Netas had already held one dharna a few weeks back in front of our…
New Land Lease Agreement Will Scale Down the Future of the Club
Club Members Are Totally Confused Past president and the founder of our Club, PK Kaul, had the vision, clout and expertise to get Noida to sign the thirty- year lease…
Lohri Celebrations in 15A
Lohri was joyously celebrated in Club 15A, with over 300 residents enthusiastically participating in the festivities. The vibrant bonfire-illuminated the skating rink, proving to be a fantastic idea. Residents engaged…
Christmas Celebrations at the Club Were Less of Christmas, More of Loud Bollywood
A Large Crowd However Enjoyed a Warm Afternoon of Fun & Music Club held a Christmas Carnival (Carnival is a misnomer and not usually applied to Christmas celebrations!) on Sun,…
Christmas Pageant Organised by Ladies Club Committee
A brilliantly planned pageant took Christmas celebrations to absolutely another level! The ambience was compelling with an incredible aura. The welcome extended to all the guests by our Santa was…
Giving That Most Precious Thing of All – Their Time
In the pursuit of making a meaningful contribution to society, a group of dynamic and compassionate senior ladies from Sector 15A came together to make a difference. For half a…
Noida Authority Finally Agrees to Laying of Power Cables Underground
A few years ago, Noida Authority had proposed laying of our Sector power cables underground. The then-RWA president had requested them to hold their decision probably because it would have…
Condolences
With profound sorrow we inform of the sad demise of Shri Atul Vyas (H.no.282) on 29th Dec; Mrs Sumita Gupta (SDF 2 B/H.no.196) left for heavenly abode at 8:30 PM on…
Bhandara by Amritvaani Parivaar!
Amritvani parivar has been organizing a Bhandara in the Sector for several years. This year, on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, specifically on 14 Jan, the Bhandara took place…
Don’t Be a Litter-Bug, Keep Your Community Clean!
This is what Mr Ashok Duggar (H.no.81) is doing every morning very diligently in Vrindavan park – picking up trash and putting it in dustbins! We wish more residents will…
Dog Waste Issue and Control!
We all appreciate the companionship animals bring, especially dogs. However, sometimes our affection for them can lead to trouble in society due to careless actions. A lack of civic sense…
Vani Gupta Wins Icode Global Hackathon 2023 World Coding Competition Award!
Nine-year-old Vani Gupta (d/o Vrinda & Vinay Gupta) secured third place and got home first in the India ICode Global Hackathon 2023 world coding competition award in which 2.5 million…
Congratulations!
Somya Goenka (d/o Supriya n Upendar Goenka, H.no.449) married Sahil Arora (s/o Kapil and Monika Arora) on 11th Dec. in Doha! The well-curated wedding festivities which lasted over 3 days…
SP Bagla Brushes Aside all Apprehensions & Asks RWA General Body to Accept it in toto!
RWA Committee to Run the Club in Future At the RWA Half-Yearly General Body Meeting President DD Mishra put up for discussion the new Lease Agreement of the Club land…
Aashita (SDF 15B) Making a Positive Impact on the Lives of Animals in 15A
A young animal lover, I often encounter Aashita while walking my pet. She passionately cares for stray dogs and cats. Once I noticed a yellow, she-dog that seemed unwell, causing…
Low Turnout at RWA Half Yearly General Body Meeting
It seems that unless there is either an election or some intriguing agenda resident members don’t bother to come to the general body meeting of the RWA. Prez DD Mishra…
Does Paying for RWA Dog Poop Collection Legitimise Poop at Residents’ Doorsteps?
A maid of House No.333 of (Mrs. Kumar) was making her dog sit shit in front of our house near about 9 am or so (around 2 meters away from…
Gurupurab Celebrations at Club 15A
Gurupurab, the birth anniversary of the founder and the first Guru of Sikhism, Shri Guru Nanak Devji, was celebrated with much enthusiasm on Saturday, 25th November in the rear lawns…
A Truly Fun-Filled Ladies Club Event
Masti Ke Lamhe The November Meet was euphoric as all the ladies participated in the well-planned and executed fun games. It was all about identifying the songs, naming the singer,…
Vir Das Wins Emmy Award!
Congratulations to Vir and his entire family for this prestigious Emmy award win! 15A is proud that one of our very own Sector residents has won this prestigious award. Actor-comic Vir has…
RWA Does Water Sprinkling
In response to the deteriorating AQI levels, our RWA collaborated with the Noida authority for water sprinkling in the Sector, conducting this crucial exercise a few times last month.
Story of the Lost Dog Whitey
On Nov 15, Sharad Malhotra shared a message on the Sector group about a lost Labrador sitting at his flat’s gate. The community rallied together as dog-lovers joined the search,…
Yet Another Dog-Bite Incident
An unfortunate incident occurred on Sat 9th Dec night involving a pet dog of one of the residents. My daughter was bitten by this ferocious dog near the Kamayani Park yesterday. …
Bridge Tournament!
Bridge fever has swept through 15A, bringing smiling new faces as they learn the ropes of this engaging game. On the 5th December, a thrilling Bridge Tournament unfolded, featuring 14 enthusiastic…
General Body Raises RWA Annual Subscription!
The General Body of RWA, in its Half-Yearly meeting held on 10th Dec, approved an increase of Rs. 3000 in the Annual Subscription with effect from 1st April 2023, to set…
Security is in an Up-To-Date Condition!
RWA and SDF security guards were seen conducting drills in the early hours in front of Rajanigandha Market. Seeing guards executing drills with enthusiasm and verve, makes residents feel more…
Voter ID-Related Camp!
Dr. Mahesh Sharma, our distinguished MP, made a personal visit to the RWA office to inspect the voter ID-related camp. In attendance were RWA Secretary Rajesh Khanna, SDF President &…
Condolences
Sad demises of: Raj K Suri (F/o Natalia Suri) on 24th Nov; Amarnath Bansu (F/o Smita Bhatnagar H.no.78) on Sat 25th Nov; Surendra Kumar Arora passed (Past President of RWA) on 26th Nov; Col….
SDF President Lauded!
CEO of the Noida Authority, M Lokesh, lauded Dr Anupma Bhardwaj, President of the SDF, for her commendable initiatives for the welfare of SDF residents.
HCL Foundation Workshop on Reducing Plastic Bags!
As part of the Clean Noida Programme, HCL Foundation, in collaboration with RWA and SDF RWS, conducted a workshop for Rajnigandha Market Complex shopkeepers and residents on Dec 15, 2023….
New Year Eve
Club is Organising Rock & Roll Retro Night on New Year Eve on Sunday, 31 Dec 2023. Charges for Members & Dependants Rs 2000, Guests Rs 3000 & Sr Members…
Two Non-Resident Executive Committee Members Give Out-of-Turn Membership to Their Own Children
Resident Committee Members Divided Against the Issue Four months ago, in the July 2023 issue of Samvada, we carried an article asking why the Club committee had raised membership rates. We…
Club Gets a Beautiful New Façade
15A’s Popular Architect & Designer Singla Does a Great Job It’s wonderful to see the transformation of the Club’s facade, thanks to the expertise of the renowned architect Deepak Singla….
Rash Driver Knocks Down Parked Motorcycle
On Karvachauth (1st Novem-ber), a young carpenter from Urban Clap came to my house for some work in my kitchen. He parked his new motorcycle just outside my house, under the…
Ram Leela A Beautiful & Enchanting Theatrical Performance by Children of 15A
Jai Shree Ram. Ram Leela – A beautiful and enchanting theatrical performance was showcased by our very dear talented children from the age group of three and a half to…
Need Clarity on the Vendor Zone Issue!
The story of the vendor zone began when we learnt that the RWA, in association with the Noida Authority, are planning to bring in a few vendors into the area…
Deepawali Utsav Organised by Ladies Club Committee
A Unique Spiritual Experience Gorgeous ladies dressed in bright and colourful attire graced the event. They were welcomed with the traditional teeka. Soon they were requested to proceed to enjoy…
The Two Avatars
The Study Circle of Sector 15A, Noida, invited its resident Kavita Sharma to talk about the two avatars of the Hindu pantheon, Rama, and Krishna. It was a mesmerizing forty…
Winter Styling Tips from Oreo!
I met my favourite Oreo again on my morning walk and was super delighted to see its yellow Moschino jacket! Super cool, dude!!
Awardees
Dr Anju Malik and Dr Anupma Bhardwaj were awarded the prestigious Sarojini Naidu International Award. Dr Anju Malik was commended for her great work during the pandemic, not shying away…
Aadhar Card Camp
RWA 15A organised an Adhar Card Camp on 3rd Nov. The event drew the attention of parents and children, with a special focus on facilitating Aadhar Card enrolment for children below…
Fogging Despite the Severe and Hazardous AQI!
Experts tell us that aerial fumigation with pesticides (fogging) is completely ineffective against mosquito control and is hazardous to human beings to boot. In fact, the Delhi High Court has…
Life Certificates Facility
In acknowledgement of the challenges faced by senior pensioners who have to submit their Life Certificates annually for the continuance of their pensions, a camp was held by the RWA in collaboration…
Voter ID Camp by ICICI Bank
This camp was held to help residents with the completion of their application forms for Voter IDs, rectifying inaccuracies in existing voter IDs and the submission of application forms for any…
Dr Mahesh Sharma
Dr Mahesh Sharma visited the RWA office. He also appreciated the camping of BLO at the RWA and SDF office.
Lata Agarwal on Energy Vampires-Do You Know them?Very well put. Nice read. The title is v
sujata chaturvedi on “Are You Ok?”, “Do You Need Any Help?”, “Can I Do Something For You?”Very well written and much needed. Kudos
Amolakh Nath Segal on ‘Do Not Disturb’ Only on PaperThere is a dnd app which you are suppose
Prabha Aggarwal on ‘Do Not Disturb’ Only on PaperThank you for bringing up this very anno
himanshu mittal on Dr Ajay Swaroop is Appointed Chairman of the Famous Ganga Ram HospitalHeartiest Congratulations on your appoin
Sanjeev Bhargava on Dr Ajay Swaroop is Appointed Chairman of the Famous Ganga Ram HospitalIt's indeed a moment of pride for all of
Archana Sharma on Happy Children’s Day!So true ❤Beautiful narration 
suman kashyap on Happy Children’s Day!Well said , Hum sub toh abhi bhi bache h