Noida Lift Registration Drive: Only 11,000 of 80,000 Lifts Compliant with UP Act
Nearly 18 months after the Uttar Pradesh Lift and Escalator Act, 2024 came into effect, compliance in Noida has been sluggish, with only around 11,000 lifts registered out of an estimated total of 80,000 in the district. This slow progress has prompted the district administration to take decisive action to enforce the law and enhance public safety.
Administration Orders Inventory Submission
On Tuesday, District Magistrate Medha Roopam issued a directive requiring lift manufacturers and Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) firms to submit a comprehensive inventory of all lifts they have installed across Noida within two days. This inventory must cover lifts in residential societies, shopping malls, hospitals, offices, hotels, and industrial units. Officials stated that this data will be cross-referenced with existing registration records to pinpoint unregistered lifts and assign responsibility for compliance.
Based on the findings, the administration plans to issue notices to those found violating the Act. If maintenance responsibilities have been transferred to Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), their office-bearers will be instructed to complete the registration process for the lifts. In cases where developers or AMC firms continue to manage maintenance, accountability will rest with these agencies.
High Registration Numbers in GB Nagar
Medha Roopam highlighted that GB Nagar, which includes Noida, has recorded the highest number of lift registrations in Uttar Pradesh, with 11,254 registrations to date. She noted that the district likely has the highest concentration of lifts in the state. "Once we receive lists from all manufacturers and AMC companies, we will be able to assess how many lifts are operating in the district and are registered under the Lift Act," Roopam said.
Persistent Non-Compliance Despite Reminders
Officials from the electrical safety wing reported that lack of compliance has continued despite repeated reminders. Ramesh Chaudhary, assistant director with the district's electrical safety department, mentioned that companies had been asked over the past year to submit details categorising lifts as registered or unregistered. "Despite multiple reminders, the information was not shared," he stated, underscoring the challenges in enforcement.
Addressing Complaints Over Increased Charges
The District Magistrate also addressed complaints from residents regarding rising annual maintenance and registration-related charges since lift registration became mandatory. Roopam warned that some companies have been accused of exaggerating or arbitrarily increasing their fees. "It has come to our notice that some companies have exaggerated or arbitrarily increased their fees. Complaints have been received from residents. If any lift manufacturing or maintenance firm is found inflating prices without justification, blacklisting action will be taken," she asserted.
Emphasis on Public Safety
Roopam emphasised that the registration exercise is directly linked to public safety and will not be treated as a mere formality. "No lift should operate without registration and valid maintenance oversight. Any negligence on this front will invite strict action," she added, reinforcing the administration's commitment to ensuring lift safety across Noida.
