Violent clashes erupted in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on April 13, 2026, as protests by workers over unpaid wages escalated. Police reported that demonstrators pelted stones and set vehicles on fire near the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, leading to a significant law enforcement response.
Authorities detained dozens of individuals in connection with the violence. In a statement, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described the incident as a "conspiracy" to disrupt peace and development in the state, ordering a high-level inquiry into the events.
The protests were organized by workers from several real estate projects who allege they have not received their salaries for several months. Local police officials stated that the situation was brought under control by late evening, with additional security forces deployed in the area to prevent further unrest.
