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Lucknow body approves 7 housing projects, 1,100 EWS homes

Representative Image LUCKNOW: The city is on track to significantly expand its housing infrastructure as the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has approved land acquisition and layout plans for seven residential projects during its recent 186th board meeting, led by divisional commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant. These developments will occur near Gomtinagar Extension over approximately 385 acres and will be managed by private developers under the Uttar Pradesh Township Policy 2023. A significant tract of land, situated alongside the Gomti River, behind the Police Headquarters, was recently cleared of illegal occupation. LDA vice-chairperson Prathamesh Kumar noted that the authority reclaimed 43.051 acres…

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Purchase Devpur Para Scheme Booklet by November 30

LUCKNOW: The registration booklet for the Atal Nagar Housing Scheme by the LDA in Devpur Para will be accessible until November 30. With only three days remaining, the LDA announced on Thursday that only those who purchase the booklet can complete their registration on the LDA website by December 2. As of Thursday evening, 4,393 individuals have registered for the scheme. According to LDA Vice Chairman Prathamesh Kumar, Atal Nagar comprises 2,496 flats spread across 15 towers, ranging from 12 to 19 floors. Out of these, 1,832 are one-bedroom units and 664 are two-bedroom units, varying from 30 to 54.95…

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Lucknow to Launch IT City Housing Project in January 2026

LUCKNOW: The LDA will commence its IT City project on Sultanpur Road in January, allowing land donors the first opportunity to choose plots via a lottery. This initiative will be integrated with forthcoming housing projects, such as Anantnagar, Naimaishnagar, Varun Vihar, and Education City. The IT City project, covering 2,660 acres, will utilize a land pooling model where donors will receive 25% of the developed land in exchange—a value the LDA claims surpasses standard compensation. Approximately 10,000 residential plots are being established, designed to accommodate nearly 100,000 residents once completed. Following the January lottery for land donors, the remaining plots…

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Lucknow Extends Atal Nagar Housing Deadline to December 2

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has extended the registration deadline for the Atal Nagar housing scheme in Devpur Para, granting applicants additional time to submit their forms. LDA vice-chairman Prathamesh Kumar announced that the new deadline is December 2, for the convenience of the public. The housing scheme features 2,496 flats distributed across 15 towers, each between 12 and 19 stories high. Out of these, 1,832 are 1BHK units and 664 are 2BHK units. The flat sizes vary from 30 to 54.95 sqm, with prices starting at Rs 9.82 lakh. Essential amenities, including lifts, water and electricity supply, power…

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Lucknow e-auction nets ₹425 crore in property sales

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) recorded property sales exceeding Rs 425 crore in its recent e-auction, with bids reaching up to three times the reserve price in various instances. For instance, a 75 sq m residential plot in Sector 5, originally valued at Rs 28 lakh, sold for an impressive Rs 1.5 crore. According to LDA vice chairperson Prathamesh Kumar, a land audit and drone survey exposed properties under illegal occupation, leading to their clearance and subsequent public bidding. In Gomtinagar Extension’s Sectors 5 and 6, 95 residential and seven commercial plots attracted bids, with 88 of them selling…

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Lucknow extends Atal Nagar housing scheme deadline

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority has prolonged the registration deadline for the Atal Nagar Housing Scheme in Devpur Para until November 21. This initiative comprises 19 towers offering a total of 2,496 flats, which include 1-BHK and 2-BHK units aimed at low to middle-income families. In contrast, the registration for the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Housing Scheme in Dalibagh concluded on November 3, with no announcements regarding further extensions. The 72 flats in this housing project were constructed on land that was previously retrieved from Mukhtar Ansari’s illegal claim. LDA officials noted a remarkable response to this scheme. The Atal Nagar…

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Special Camp for Lucknow Property Registration: Nov 3-15

LUCKNOW: Property owners waiting for the formal registration of their properties from the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) will soon have the opportunity to complete the process at a dedicated ‘single-window’ camp. This initiative, lasting 13 days, aims to address the substantial backlog of pending registrations for numerous residential and commercial properties. The camp will take place from November 3 to 15 at the committee hall of the LDA building, as per the directive of LDA Vice-Chairman Prathmesh Kumar. According to LDA Secretary Vivek Srivastava, this effort is a collaboration between the LDA and the registry department. For the first ten…

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Lucknow’s Fake Flat Racket Busted; Five Arrested for Fraud

LUCKNOW: Police have launched an investigation into a wide-ranging forgery and fraud case involving counterfeit flat allotment letters connected to the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA). The investigation was initiated following a formal complaint from Ram Kishore, a senior LDA official. A First Information Report (FIR) was filed at Gomtinagar Police Station against five individuals, including Harshit Gupta, along with Piyush Pathak, Ravi Kumar Kashyap, Rimpy Singh, and Varun Kumar Sahu, plus an unidentified accomplice, for allegedly fabricating and distributing fraudulent allotment letters with forged signatures of senior LDA officials. According to Ram Kishore, the issue was brought to light when…

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Lucknow development body extends discount on ready-to-move flats

Representative image LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has extended its special Diwali discount on ready-to-move flats until November 6. This festive season, 589 flats have already been booked, while 1,100 ready-to-move flats remain available for buyers. Under this offer, buyers can receive discounts ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 2 lakh, in addition to existing incentives. LDA Vice-Chairman Pratimesh Kumar explained, “The ready-to-move flats are available on a ‘First Come-First Serve’ basis. A generous discount offer was introduced from September 22 to October 22. Flats priced between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 50 lakh will receive Rs 1…

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Lucknow Body to Open 500 Anantnagar Plot Registrations on Diwali

Representative AI image LUCKNOW: In response to a strong demand during the initial two rounds of the Anantnagar Housing Scheme on Mohan Road, where nearly 700 plots were allocated, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is reopening registrations this Diwali for approximately 500 residential plots. The housing project spans 785 acres along Mohan Road and is designed to house around 150,000 residents. It features a contemporary grid layout with wide roads, underground utilities, and urban infrastructure that meets international standards. Additionally, an Education City is planned on approximately 100 acres within the development. According to LDA representatives, the land price remains…