Social Media Triumph: Noida Woman Recovers Rs 10 Lakh from Real Estate Firm
A New Delhi entrepreneur's successful recovery of Rs 10 lakh from a Noida real estate firm through social media highlights the power of online platforms in holding companies accountable.
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The entrepreneur, who is also a content creator, recounted her ordeal online, stating, “I almost lost 10 lakh to a big real estate company in NCR, but X helped me recover it.” She and her father had invested in a commercial project in Noida, only to be left disappointed when the project was abruptly shelved. Despite multiple attempts to contact the company over four months, including a personal visit to their office by her father, the firm stopped responding.
In desperation, she emailed the company director and reached out to senior executives via LinkedIn, but these efforts proved fruitless.
The Power of Social Media
Frustrated, she turned to X. “That’s when I decided to use Twitter. I DM’d the director of the company who has a decent presence here. Next day, I got a call from his team. They promised the refund in 10 days. On the 10th day, I got the money in my bank. Not just that, they delivered the cheque at my place in 4 days,” she shared.
Her experience underscores the growing influence of social media in holding companies accountable. “Thank you, X, for helping me recover my money,” she added in her post. The post quickly went viral, with users weighing in on her persistence and the power of social platforms.
One suggested tagging the director to warn others of potential scams. She replied, “Nai yaar. I asked him to return or else I will take the issue public and he did return. But to all those reading the tweet, please do your investment wisely in NCR.”
Another highlighted the risks of naming and shaming companies due to possible non-disclosure agreements, but she clarified, “I don’t have any NDA signed.” Encouragement poured in, with users praising her determination. One remarked, “X is the biggest customer care in the world. From helping recover lost bags, phones, money, and police complaints to settling insurance claims, it does everything.”
The incident coincides with fresh announcements from the Noida Authority, which plans to publish a list of defaulter developers and property allottees on its portal. Lokesh M., the authority’s chief executive officer, said, “The updated lists will be uploaded on the authority’s website, giving homebuyers and investors easy access to information and helping prevent fraud in buying and selling of properties in the city.”
As this story unfolds, it serves as a timely reminder of the importance of vigilance and transparency in real estate transactions, particularly in Noida, where such disputes are far from rare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did the woman recover her money from the real estate firm?
The woman threatened to expose the real estate firm's director on X (Twitter) if the money was not returned, which led to the firm agreeing to a refund within 10 days.
What other methods did she try before turning to social media?
She tried contacting the company multiple times over four months, including a personal visit to their office by her father, sending emails to the company director, and reaching out to senior executives via LinkedIn.
What is the Noida Authority planning to do to prevent fraud in real estate?
The Noida Authority plans to publish a list of defaulter developers and property allottees on its portal to provide homebuyers and investors with easy access to information.
Why did the woman thank X (Twitter) in her post?
She thanked X (Twitter) for helping her recover her money, highlighting the platform's role in holding companies accountable.
What advice did the woman give to others considering investments in NCR?
She advised others to invest wisely in NCR and be cautious about potential scams.
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