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Noida clamps down after protests as Section 163 imposed till May 8
India
Published on 1 May 2026
Curfew-like restrictions come despite claims of peace
Days after worker protests in Noida demanding higher pay and flexible hours, authorities have tightened security for Labour Day. Police say Section 163 has been imposed until May 8, as a precaution to keep events by labour unions peaceful. Officials claim industrial operations are continuing without disruption, with adequate police deployment across the district to maintain law and order.
- Security stepped up in Noida on Labour Day after last month’s protests
- Section 163 imposed until May 8 to prevent disorder
- Police say labour-union events have stayed peaceful so far
- Industrial operations reportedly continue without disruption
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