Modern Flats Or Chawls? Noida Resident’s Video Ignites Online Debate

The resident described his housing society as a “vertical chawl,” pointing to long queues for lifts and inadequate facilities despite high maintenance costs. His remarks resonated with many across Delhi-NCR, who shared similar frustrations about the gap between marketing promises and lived reality in so-called luxury flats.  

Daily Struggles In High-Rises  

Each tower reportedly houses around 175 flats, accommodating nearly 350-400 residents. With only two lifts per tower, and often just one operational at a time, residents face long waiting times. The video also cited a recent incident where a child was trapped in a malfunctioning lift for nearly an hour, raising safety concerns.  

Luxury Label Under Scrutiny  

The resident argued that while chawls in Mumbai had water queues, high-rises in Noida now have “lift queues.” He emphasized that overcrowding and poor infrastructure undermine the luxury tag, leaving residents with frustration instead of comfort.  

Social Media Reactions  

The video has ignited debate, with many users agreeing that expensive flats often mask deeper issues like poor construction, inadequate maintenance, and overcrowding. Some sarcastically labeled these apartments “self-imposed prisons,” while others questioned the credibility of builders marketing them as luxury.  

Key Highlights  

• Noida resident calls high-rise flats “modern chawls”  
• Each tower has 175 flats, 350–400 residents  
• Only two lifts per tower, often one functional  
• Child trapped in lift highlights safety concerns  
• Video garners 1.6 million views, sparks NCR housing debate  

Sources: NDTV, News18, Times Now, Moneycontrol