New Delhi: With the arrival of summer, activity has started to increase at swimming pools and gyms in Greater Noida. At the same time, the district administration has announced strict safety rules for these facilities. Authorities have warned operators that any violation of the guidelines will lead to rejection of their No Objection Certificate application.
Officials said the new regulations aim to ensure the safety of residents who use recreational facilities during the summer months.
Administration issues strict safety guidelines
District Magistrate Medha Roopam directed that all swimming pools located in schools, residential societies, clubhouses and hotels must appoint both male and female lifeguards. Officials said the presence of lifeguards from both genders will be mandatory for obtaining permission to run swimming pools during the season.
Authorities introduced the rule after several molestation incidents were reported in residential societies in Greater Noida West. Officials said the new measures aim to strengthen safety arrangements, especially for women and children.
Female trainer mandatory in gyms
The administration has also introduced new guidelines for gym operators. Under the revised rules, gyms applying for an NOC in the new financial year must appoint at least one female trainer.
Officials said if a male trainer conducts sessions for women when a female trainer is not present, it will count as a violation of the rules. Authorities have warned that such cases will not be tolerated and action will follow.
Officials said the move aims to create a safer and more comfortable environment for women who use gym facilities.
Registration underway at Malikpur Sports Stadium
The administration has started the registration process for swimming pools and gyms at Malikpur Sports Stadium. Operators must submit their applications within seven days along with more than 22 required documents.
Officials said swimming pool operators must complete a detailed application form that includes 32 conditions before approval can be granted. The District Magistrate and the sub-divisional magistrate will monitor the verification process to ensure that all rules are followed.
Irregularities detected during inspections
During preliminary checks, authorities found that some operators attempted to bypass safety rules. In some cases the same lifeguard appeared on records for two or three different swimming pools even though the person was not present at those facilities.
The sports department warned that strict legal action will be taken against anyone involved in such practices. Officials also said applications listing only one lifeguard will face immediate rejection.
Mandatory documents required
Authorities said incomplete applications will not be accepted. Operators must submit a valid groundwater NOC and a disaster management plan while applying for permission.
Gym operators must also comply with the rule requiring a female trainer.
Officials said the department has already received more than 250 applications from swimming pool operators and over 150 applications from gym operators. The administration said the goal of these regulations is to ensure that recreational facilities remain safe spaces for all residents.