Sector 61 Noida
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Excavation By Broadband Providers In Sector 61: A Call for Accountability
In the bustling urban landscape of Sector 61, Noida, the quest for high-speed internet has inadvertently unearthed a tale of neglect and disregard for essential infrastructure. Broadband providers, in their…
My Vote My Right
The polling for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections took place in Noida on April 26, 2024. In our sector also people turned out in good numbers but still it was…
The Colour Of Beauty
The parks of sector 61 are vibrant oases of lush greenery, offering solace amidst urban chaos. Towering trees sway gently, their canopies providing shade to picnickers and joggers alike. The…
Addressing the Fire Hazard: The Need for Proper Disposal of Dry Leaves in Sector 61 Parks
On the serene green spaces of Sector 61, Noida, a hidden danger lurks amidst the beauty of nature. Heaps of dry leaves, left to accumulate in parks, pose a significant…
Empty Plots Cleaned
The empty plots that have been a constant source of nuisance in our sector have been recently cleared by the Noida Authority. This action comes after many residents complained to…
संवाद एडिटर मीट
हर महीने चुपके से कोई एक पत्रिका हमारे घरों मे सरका जाता है। आप इसे पत्रिका की जगह हमारे सेक्टर का अख्बार भी कह सकते है जिसके केंद्र में पूरा…
Books in the Park
The April 28th edition of Books in the Park received an overwhelming response, particularly to our call for donating textbooks. A significant number of textbooks were picked up by book…
Celebrating Hanuman Janmotsav: Unity and Devotion at Marvel Homes Society
In the heart of Marvel Homes Society, a vibrant celebration unfolded as residents came together to celebrate Hanuman Janmotsav, commemorating the birth of the revered deity. The air was filled…
We Don’t Have Planet B
Let us start learning to say No! Not asking for poly bags from sabjiwale bhaiyas and being okay with saying NO when they start putting our groceries in a plastic bag. Emergency Dabba:…
My Experience With Samvada
My connection with Samvad is nearly eight years now. For me, honestly, it’s not just a monthly magazine; it’s a platform for sharing experiences and ideas. Personally, Samvada has significantly impacted…
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…
Forever In Our Hearts: Honouring The Life And Legacy Of Our Resident Editor Manisha Nath
It is with heavy hearts and moist eyes that we bid farewell to our beloved Manisha Nath, an inseparable part of our Samvada family who departed from this world on…
Marvel Homes Holi Celebration
Marvel Homes was a feast of colors on March 25 on the joyous occasion of Holi. The celebration was marked by bonding and camaraderie between the residents, and witnessed enthusiastic…
Holi Festivities At Saket Dham
Holi festivities were meticulously organised and celebrated with great enthusiasm and excitement at the front Lawn of Saket Dham apartments. The long awaited Holi utsav activities started from March 24…
Poor Children Risking Their Lives On Roads To Make Ends Meet
Every day, countless underprivileged children around the world are forced to risk their lives by engaging in dangerous stunts on busy roads to earn a meagre livelihood. They can be…
Unveiling the Silent Cry: Addressing Bullying in Schools
While accompanying my son to his evening academy at a prestigious school, I used one of the girl’s washrooms. As I glanced at the back of the door, I was…
Stick No Bill! Don’t Spray Nor Spill!
How many times have we seen advertisement posters illegally stuck on walls, poles and even on sign boards? How many times have we seen 10 of them stuck in the…
Breaking Barriers
In the midst of the bustling city with its constant traffic and urban chaos, there is a woman who stands out as an inspiration. She is a self-taught lady E-rickshaw…
राॅयल टाॅवर्स सोसाइटी में होली का त्योहार बड़े उल्लास के साथ मनाया गया।
होली रंगों तथा हंसी खुशी से भरा भारत का बहुत प्रसिद्ध और प्रमुख त्योहार है। जो फाल्गुन माह की पूर्णिमा को मनाया जाता है। पुराणों में होलिका – प्रह्लाद में…
The ‘Toofani’ Tribe Of Indraprastha Villa
The current lot of kids is arguably the most active bunch our society has had since it came into being. Their daily schedules are jam-packed with school, homework, sports coaching…
Disinfected At Last
In the last issue of Samvada we covered about how many trees in the sector were infested with insects that had become a source of concern for the residents. After…
Spring@ Marvel Homes Society!
This season comes with a riot of colours, be it Holi or seasonal flowers and the vibrant colour everywhere is the hallmark of this beautiful month of March. Beautiful garden of Marvel Homes…
Holika Dahan In Marvel Homes
The traditional burning of the pyre on the eve of Holi, popularly known as Holika Dehen, was organized at the central park of the Society. Puja was performed and the fire,…
Winter Flowers Add Beauty As Well As Wellbeing To Our Lives
As the foggy mornings fade away we finally bid adieu to the winters and welcome spring which many of us would say is the best time of the year for…
Look Around, Nature Will Never Disappoint You
Nature has fascinated us for a long time now. Different people like different parts of nature such as flowers, plants, birds, animals and so on. Many of us even travel…
Kahaani Square – Storytelling in the Park
The art of listening to stories Listening to stories is an enjoyable experience. It engages us, makes learning fun and memorable. But if you thought reading stories or listening to…
Donating Text Books
Come to Daryaganj (Books in the Park) Last week, March, 2024 Mahesh Saksena, Secretary of Noida Public Library, recalls a regular practice during his engineering college days of senior students…
Unique Organic Manure To Replace Chemical Fertilizers
Saket Dham Society To Take The Lead Use of excessive chemical fertilizers and urea in the past has resulted in extremely serious long-term impacts on the health of the soil…
Letter To The Editor
In one of the previous editions, Ms.Chitra Goyal had beautifully presented her opinion on why the burden of upholding morality should be fairly divided between women and men. क्योंकि आखरिकार,…
GRAP III and Vehicle Ban in Delhi-NCR
Cars as New as 3–6-Year-Old were Not Allowed Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has released “2013-Air Quality Perspective in Delhi” data on 31 Dec 2023, with comparative study…
ई रिक्शा का आंतक और विवश नोएडा ट्रैफिक पुलिस और नोएडा आथोरिटी
हर चैक चैराहों को घेर कर खडें रहना और बोलो तो धमकी देना आजकल के ई रिक्शा वालों का डेली रूटीन बनकर रह गया है। आप उन्हें प्यार से कहेंगे…
Provide Your Kids A Worthwhile Summer Break
Every year, children enjoy almost a two-month summer break and it offers parents full-time access to their kids without juggling the competing responsibilities of school. A prudent parent knows how…
Insect Menace
Recently many trees in the sector were seen infested by a certain type of insect. The small dark coloured insects could be seen on trees in hundreds. The insects would…
A Noble Cause
Jiwan Jain, resident of sector 61 recently through his charitable organisation, organised a few health check camp in the city. The cap was attended by a large number of people…
Eye Operation Sponsored
Members of the Association of Alliance Clubs International sector 61 jointly sponsored the cataract surgery of two underprivileged senior citizens. The operation was conducted at a renowned eye hospital in…
Electricity Woes In Sector 61
The Government had declared Noida a no power cut zone, meaning that there will not be any power cuts due to scheduled load shedding. But this has not made matters…
Lohri Celebrated At Saket Dham
Lohri festival was celebrated at the central lawn of Saket Dham Apartments on January 13, 2024 with great fun and fervour. Lohri is one of the major festivals of northern…
Republic Day Celebrations At Saket Dham
The 75th Republic Day of our sovereign and beloved Country was celebrated with great zeal and joy at Saket Dham Society’s front Park on January 26,2024. On this special occasion, the…
Marching Ahead, Playing The Music Of Success- Ayushi Bengani
The beautiful feeling of watching a caterpillar turn into a colourful butterfly is amazing and the feeling changes to pride if the butterfly spreads its wings to reach new horizons….
राॅयल टाॅवर्स में गणतंत्रा दिवस का आयोजन
दिनांक 26 जनवरी, 2024 को राॅयल टावर्स में गणतंत्रा दिवस बड़े धूम-धाम से मनाया गया। गणतंत्रा दिवस का रंगारंग कार्यक्रम अत्यंत ही उत्साहपूर्ण माहौल में सफलतापूर्वक संपन्न हुआ, जिसमें बच्चे,…
शान से फहराया तिरंगा
आज़ादी के अमृत महोत्सव काल के अन्र्तगत गणतंत्रा दिवस- 26 जनवरी को शताब्दी-विहार, सैक्टर- 61 में राष्ट्रीय ध्वज को शान से फहराया गया। कार्यक्रम में ए.ओ.ए. अध्यक्ष पी. चट्टोपाध्याय, उपाध्यक्ष…
राॅयल टावर में रामायण का अखंड पाठ
22 जनवरी 2024 को अयोध्या में रामजन्मभूमि मंदिर में भगवान श्री राम की प्राण प्रतिष्ठा के अवसर पर राॅयल टाॅवर्स के मंदिर में अखंड रामायण का पाठ किया गया। इस…
The Art And The Artist
It was a proud moment for sector 61 as the breathtaking artworks of sector resident Praveen Kapoor of C block were showcased at a prestigious art exhibition organised at a…
Jai Shri Ram
To commemorate the Pran Pratishtha of Lord Ram at Ayodhya, a celebration was organised in Panchachuli society. The whole society was decorated with colourful lights and flags. Society resident Sujeet…
Motorcycle Theft
A motorcycle belonging to a mason was stolen in broad daylight from block A of our sector. The whole incident was captured on a CCTV camera installed nearby. It was seen…
Republic Day At Marvel Homes
Republic Day was celebrated with enthusiasm and patriotism at Marvel Homes Society. The Flag unfurling ceremony was done by the senior residents of the society and the children presented enthralling…
Model Market
The neighbouring Kanchenjunga Market has been turned into a model market by the Noida Authority and a private organisation. The walls and floors of the market have been covered in…
Worship the Peepal Trees Of The Sector, Don’t Pollute Them
This is in response to the article “The Plastic Dumping Menace” By Nitya in the last issue of Samvada. The writer had very rightly pointed out the cruelty “bhakts” carry…
Abandoned Vehicles Turning Into Garbage Bins
Abandoned vehicles lying on the roadsides of our sector have grown exponentially over the period. Hardly there is any lane or road left where such orphaned vehicles are not parked….
What Separates Youth From Old Age?
The elderly and the young are two distinct groups of people in society who differ in their behaviour, likes, dislikes, and nature in a variety of ways, but no matter…
Indraprastha Villa Ushers In 2024 With A Bang!
The residents of Indraprastha Villa had a gala time at the New Year dinner party on December 30, 2023. The evening began with light Bollywood instrumental mu-sic, which was very…
Haphazard And Loosely Hung Internet And Cable Wires Create Nuisance For Residents
Cables wrapped around electricity poles and hanging from trees in the most haphazard and dangerous manner. This has become a common sight in the sector. Wherever you look there are…
The Grand Sports Festival@ Marvel Homes
In a vibrant display of camaraderie and athleticism, the annual Sports Festival took centre stage on December 9 and 10, uniting the community in 2 days filled with excitement and…
A Midnight Miracle: Online Swift Santa Claus Dress Delivery Saves the Day
In a delightful turn of events, a mother’s quick thinking and a rapid response from the instant delivery service, resulted in a magical surprise for her child. After reading a…
Unique Wall Art
The boundary wall of the Kanchenjunga market near our sector has been recently painted to look like a train coach. The painting depicts people from all walks of life and…
Merry Christmas
Christmas celebrations were held in Marvel Homes society. The RWA of the society organised for a person dressed as Santa Claus to go around and give gifts to the children…
Welcome 2024
On New Year ’s Eve a colourful programme was organised by the RWA of Marvel Homes society. The organising committee had arranged for live singing which was enjoyed by one…
Sector 61 Faces Double Whammy Of Smog and Dust
Off late our Sector 61 has turned into a dust bowl. Wherever you look you will find a thick layer of dust. Be it cars, houses, trees everything is covered…
U.P Mahila Aayog Chairperson Vimla Batham Interacts With Residents
The Chairperson of the UP Mahila Aayog, Vimla Batham visited the sector on November 26, 2023. She was to be the chief guest at the screening of the Man ki…
Let’s Spread Some Warmth This Winter
As the winter season progresses, the sun disappears from the sky and bone chilling winds start to freeze the environment, we stay confined to our rooms and beds feeling cozy…
Letter To Editor
This is with regard to the Article “Share The Burden OF Morality” by Chitra Goel in the November issue of Samvada. I would like to appreciate the excellent article by…
Laying Of New Sewers In Sectors – An Avoidable Exercise
Residents might be aware that the current project of laying new sewer pipe lines by Noida Authority is going in sector 40. This work is almost complete in Blocks F…
Late Hour Music@ Community Center
With the onset of the marriage season, celebration activities have suddenly increased at the community centre of Sector 61 which is located in the neighbour-hood of many high rise apartments….
The Plastic Dumping Menace
The peepal tree opposite JSS Public School has become a convenient dumping place for all sorts of used pooja materials, ranging from dried flowers to broken idols to discarded photo…
Admire, Not Pluck
Flowers are one of nature’s most beautiful gifts to living beings. Bees and wasps, butterflies and birds, worms and squirrels; all flock around flowers. Every morning, observing the bright crimson flowers…
Welcome New Team
A new management committee was elected recently in Marvel Homes. The new team was elected unopposed. Residents of the society have high hopes from the new team and expect them…
Navratri Celebrations At Marvel Homes
Navratri was celebrated at Marvel Homes society with much devotion and enthusiasm. A Mata Ki Chowki was organized as a part of the celebrations and a large number of residents…
Bhandara At Marvel Homes
On the occasion of Annakut Puja, a bhandara was organized in Marvel Homes society. A large number of residents and staff of the society took part in the bhandara. The…
Happy Diwali
On the occasion of Diwali, the staff of Marvel Homes society were given their Diwali bonus and sweets by the hands of the office bearers of the society’s management committee….
Let’s Control Pollution for a Crackerfull Diwali
A Good Thought But Still A Distant Dream Diwali is one of the most celebrated festivals of India and is eagerly awaited by all. There are many things synonymous with…
Share the Burden of Morality
Our teacher segregated the girls from the boys and took us aside to tell us that you can’t wear a black bra under a white shirt, revealed a 16 year…
राॅयल टाॅवर्स में गरबा – उत्सव धूमधाम से संपन्न
राॅयल टाॅवर्स में नवरात्रि के पावन पर्व के दौरान आयोजित गरबा का उत्सव बड़े धूम- धाम से मनाया गया।पावन पर्व नवरात्रि शक्ति की उपासना का पर्व है। इन नौ दिनों…
Parental Pressure On Children During Exams
All parents are in the same boat when it’s about exams or sports competitions, and when we feel the pressure we pass on the same to our kids. One of…
क्या यहाँ पी जी है?
कुछ समय से हमारे सेक्टर एक नया ट्रेंड शुरू हो गया है। सुबह, दोपहर, शाम, रात यानी किसी भी समय आपके घर की घंटी बज सकती है और जब आप…
The Irony of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020: Repetition Over Reform
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marked a significant shift in India’s educational landscape, aiming to revolutionize the way students learn and reduce the academic burden on young minds. However,…
Festivals Of Celebrations Or Shopping?
Festivals are celebrations of our traditions, values and cultures. We worship deities and while doing puja we ask them to fulfil all our wishes. We buy everything to decorate our…
The Meeting Point
The gol chakkar of our sector can be said to be the most scenic spot of the sector. It is a place where many residents meet and spend time. Lately…
Royale Garden Estate Gets New Management Committee
The Royale Garden Estate Society has got a new RWA or management committee. The office bearers of the new committee are Saroj Patnaik – President, Pawan Kumar Vohra – Vice…
Is There No End To It?
Is There No End To It? In the past issues of Samvada we have been writing about how the park behind Prateek Fedora society turns into a hub for antisocial…
Empty Plots Pose A Persistent Problem
The vacant plots in our sector are becoming a nuisance for neighbours as they are not maintained or looked after by the owners and as a result they are turning…
An Instagram Channel For Noida
Your neighbourhood news magazine Samvada is initiating an Instagram channel for Noida that’ll talk about Noida Happening, Places, Weekend Hot Spots, Activities, Personalities and more!
Vishwakarma Puja Celebrated At Saket Dham
Vishwakarma Puja was celebrated on September 17, 2023 at Saket Dham in the temple premises with great devotion and dedication. Perhaps, Saket Dham society still retains and maintains the distinction…
Come, Be A Part Of The Next Chapter
Meghdutam Annual Fest 2023 As in previous years, Meghdutam Rangmanch will conduct the Meghdutam Annual Festival in mid- November. Cultural programs on weekends will offer a platter full of music…
कूड़ा कार्यालय
मेरे दो कूड़ेदान ! आप कहेंगे तो क्या बड़ी बात? मेरे पास भी है बल्कि घर घर में होंगे। मैं भी यही चाहती हूं। सरकारी निर्देश यही है। कूड़े को…
Car Safety for Kids
With cars getting safer for adults (3-point seat belts with pretensioners, airbags, ADAS etc.) we ignore the safety for our kids while travelling. Without being restraint, even the safest car…
Security Guards are Not Our Personal Servants
‘‘आप हमारे पैसे पर पलते हैं’’ A lady resident was seen saying this to the security personnel posted at the gate of a society in Sector 76 in a video…
Pigeon Feeding: A Hazardous Habit
Birds are incredibly special animals with distinct qualities and are extremely important to our ecology. The pigeon is the bird that everyone recognises, and can be found in every nook…
Weekly Vegetable Markets
A Boon or bane for Residents We all must be familiar with the concept of weekly vegetable markets that come up at different locations all over the city on different…
Safety First
A lesson Learnt in School Forgot Outside It Safety First, we have all learnt this in our schools but ironically today the place where this important lesson of life is…
मोहे रंग दे
इस लेख का शीर्षक देख के शायद आपको लग रहा होगा की मैं किसी फिल्म के गीत या कविता की बात करूँगा। लेकिन ऐसा कदापि नहीं है। मैं बात करने…
Food For Thought
In almost all households today, there is food that is leftover after each meal. Most of this food ends up in the fridge and stays there for a few days…
Janmashtami Celebrations In Krishna Apra
Karwaan, the cultural committee of Krishna Apra organised a vibrant programme on the auspicious occasion of Krishna Janmashtami. Many cultural performances were given by artists on the theme of Lord…
Permanently Dirty
The D block park of the sector seems to be in a permanent dirty state. Every day pictures of garbage and filth lying in the park can be seen circulating…
Party All Night
Who doesn’t like to party but nowadays the parks of our sector seem to have become party points for many people. Every morning the numerous empty bottles and cans of…
Mishap Averted
The scaffolding of the under construction building behind the Life Care Hospital fell down due to the heavy storm that lashed the city last month. Many tonnes of metal poles…
Noida Authority Carries Out Repairs
The numerous cave-ins that were reported last month at various places in the sector, due to the heavy rains have been repaired by the Noida Authority. The pits that had…
atul Mathur on Abandoned Vehicles Turning Into Garbage BinsWe have been reading about abandoned vehicles for long time
CA.MANOJ SANGAL on It May Happen In MayWell said Shobhit ji... Let's hope june month goes with
Lata Agarwal on Energy Vampires-Do You Know them?Very well put. Nice read. The title is very attractive
sujata chaturvedi on “Are You Ok?”, “Do You Need Any Help?”, “Can I Do Something For You?”Very well written and much needed. Kudos for raising such
Amolakh Nath Segal on ‘Do Not Disturb’ Only on PaperThere is a dnd app which you are supposed to
Prabha Aggarwal on ‘Do Not Disturb’ Only on PaperThank you for bringing up this very annoying and disturbing