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Kanpur Launches Rs 12.4 Billion Aero, Knowledge City Projects
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Kanpur Launches Rs 12.4 Billion Aero, Knowledge City Projects

The Kanpur Development Authority (KDA) has unveiled two landmark urban infrastructure projects—Aero City and Knowledge City—with a total investment of Rs 12.4 billion. These initiatives aim to drive economic growth, enhance urban planning, and offer integrated residential and commercial spaces in the city.

Aero City, a Rs 3.6 billion project near Chakeri Airport, will be developed across 300 acres under a public–private partnership (PPP) model. Designed as an aerotropolis, the development will integrate air travel–linked urban infrastructure with commercial, residential, and economic activities. With direct access to national highways, the project is expected to attract strong investor interest.

Knowledge City, meanwhile, is being built near IIT Kanpur on 359 acres with an estimated investment of Rs 8.8 billion. This hub will focus on education, innovation, and research, transforming the area into a technology and knowledge centre.

Both projects are part of the Uttar Pradesh Housing Department’s vision under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to modernise Kanpur’s urban ecosystem. The KDA is currently overseeing 61 projects with a cumulative outlay of Rs 376.2 billion, signalling a major infrastructure push for the city’s future.

The Kanpur Development Authority (KDA) has unveiled two landmark urban infrastructure projects—Aero City and Knowledge City—with a total investment of Rs 12.4 billion. These initiatives aim to drive economic growth, enhance urban planning, and offer integrated residential and commercial spaces in the city.Aero City, a Rs 3.6 billion project near Chakeri Airport, will be developed across 300 acres under a public–private partnership (PPP) model. Designed as an aerotropolis, the development will integrate air travel–linked urban infrastructure with commercial, residential, and economic activities. With direct access to national highways, the project is expected to attract strong investor interest.Knowledge City, meanwhile, is being built near IIT Kanpur on 359 acres with an estimated investment of Rs 8.8 billion. This hub will focus on education, innovation, and research, transforming the area into a technology and knowledge centre.Both projects are part of the Uttar Pradesh Housing Department’s vision under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to modernise Kanpur’s urban ecosystem. The KDA is currently overseeing 61 projects with a cumulative outlay of Rs 376.2 billion, signalling a major infrastructure push for the city’s future.

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