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Lucknow Plans Rs 4 Bn Revamp for Cleaner, Greener City
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Lucknow Plans Rs 4 Bn Revamp for Cleaner, Greener City

The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) has unveiled a Rs 4 billion citywide overhaul to modernise infrastructure, tackle pollution, and enhance urban aesthetics.

The plan includes a broad mix of road upgrades, improved drainage, revamped waste management, and extensive greening efforts. Backed by three schemes—Infrastructure Fund, Solid Waste Management, and Air Quality Improvement—the project aims to build a cleaner, more sustainable capital.

Funding includes Rs 1.6 billion from the Infrastructure Fund, Rs 1.73 billion for solid waste management, and Rs 740 million for air quality improvements.

A major Rs 1 billion outlay will go into new transfer stations to streamline waste collection and processing. Another Rs 1.34 billion is earmarked for road development. "The LMC is taking a multi-pronged approach to boost liveability while staying eco-conscious," said outgoing commissioner Inderjit Singh.

Key infrastructure allocations include Rs 600 million for road repairs, Rs 300 million for main roads, Rs 600 million for drains, Rs 394.4 million to upgrade streetlights, and Rs 233.2 million for new lighting in 88 villages under the Marg Prakash Yojana.

For water infrastructure, Rs 191.9 million will fund 28 new tube wells, while Rs 266.4 million is set aside for reboring 46 old ones. Other notable spends include Rs 60 million for a new LMC workshop in Hariharpur, Rs 30 million for a flood pump at the zoo, and Rs 46 million for another at Faizullaganj.

Environmental beautification is also in focus. Plans include Rs 101.2 million to clean Kathauta Lake, Rs 20 million for decorative fountains, Rs 17 million for city entrance gates, Rs 80 million for park upgrades, Rs 67.1 crore for a new Nagar Van, and Rs 162 million to develop Miyawaki forests.

Pollution control gets a dedicated Rs 140 million, plus Rs 25 million for anti-smog guns and Rs 5 million to establish an air quality monitoring cell.

The LMC’s comprehensive plan signals a bold step toward transforming Lucknow into a more modern, resilient, and environment-conscious urban centre.

The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) has unveiled a Rs 4 billion citywide overhaul to modernise infrastructure, tackle pollution, and enhance urban aesthetics. The plan includes a broad mix of road upgrades, improved drainage, revamped waste management, and extensive greening efforts. Backed by three schemes—Infrastructure Fund, Solid Waste Management, and Air Quality Improvement—the project aims to build a cleaner, more sustainable capital. Funding includes Rs 1.6 billion from the Infrastructure Fund, Rs 1.73 billion for solid waste management, and Rs 740 million for air quality improvements. A major Rs 1 billion outlay will go into new transfer stations to streamline waste collection and processing. Another Rs 1.34 billion is earmarked for road development. The LMC is taking a multi-pronged approach to boost liveability while staying eco-conscious, said outgoing commissioner Inderjit Singh. Key infrastructure allocations include Rs 600 million for road repairs, Rs 300 million for main roads, Rs 600 million for drains, Rs 394.4 million to upgrade streetlights, and Rs 233.2 million for new lighting in 88 villages under the Marg Prakash Yojana. For water infrastructure, Rs 191.9 million will fund 28 new tube wells, while Rs 266.4 million is set aside for reboring 46 old ones. Other notable spends include Rs 60 million for a new LMC workshop in Hariharpur, Rs 30 million for a flood pump at the zoo, and Rs 46 million for another at Faizullaganj. Environmental beautification is also in focus. Plans include Rs 101.2 million to clean Kathauta Lake, Rs 20 million for decorative fountains, Rs 17 million for city entrance gates, Rs 80 million for park upgrades, Rs 67.1 crore for a new Nagar Van, and Rs 162 million to develop Miyawaki forests. Pollution control gets a dedicated Rs 140 million, plus Rs 25 million for anti-smog guns and Rs 5 million to establish an air quality monitoring cell. The LMC’s comprehensive plan signals a bold step toward transforming Lucknow into a more modern, resilient, and environment-conscious urban centre.

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