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Lucknow Expands: Six Districts to Join Capital Region

Representative image created by AI LUCKNOW: The city is gearing up for significant expansion with the introduction of the state capital region (SCR) project, inspired by Delhi-NCR. A comprehensive 380-page report has been prepared and submitted to the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA), which will forward it to the state government for approval. The SCR initiative encompasses six districts—Lucknow, Unnao, Rae Bareli, Barabanki, Hardoi, and Sitapur—aiming for integrated development that bolsters the capital while ensuring balanced growth in surrounding areas, making it competitive with capital cities across the nation. LDA officials noted that the scheme draws inspiration from the Delhi-NCR and…

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Lucknow: LDA Takes Charge of South City, Ends Unitech Deal

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority will take over the development of South City following the termination of its 37-year agreement with Unitech Builders. The authority plans to complete outstanding civic projects, including roads, drainage, parks, and other amenities, funded by selling properties still owned by the group. This decision, proposed during a board meeting on August 5, received approval from board members. Residents, some of whom invested in the township decades ago, can breathe easier as they have long awaited vital services. Work will commence after required administrative approvals and property evaluations are finalized. The original agreement, signed on July…

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Lucknow: Naimish Nagar Model Township Work Starts on Sitapur Road

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has initiated work on the Naimish Nagar scheme, which spans 1,084 hectares along Sitapur Road, aimed at accommodating approximately three lakh residents. Construction for the first site office began on Tuesday in Purva village, located in Bakshi Ka Talab. Land for the initiative will be acquired through consent-based agreements as per the approved Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). LDA Vice-Chairperson Prathamesh Kumar stated that 18 villages have been earmarked for the project, including Bhauli, Lakshmipur, Purba Gaon, Purva, Sairpur, Farrukhabad, Kodri Bhauli, Kamalabad, Kamalapur, Palhari, Gopramou, Barumou, Dhatingra, Saidapur, Paschim Gaon, Dhobaila, Umrabhari, and Duggaur.…

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Lucknow Authority Rejects Map Approval for Illegal Colonies

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority has made a decision not to approve building plans for houses on 7.5-meter-wide roads within 241 illegal colonies, even if mapping regulations are relaxed. This decision, taken at the recent LDA board meeting, aligns with the enforcement of the Master Plan 2021. According to the new regulations, approvals will only be granted if a 7.5-meter road is at least 200 meters long and constructed with government funding. Roads of the same width developed by private builders in unapproved colonies will not qualify. These restrictions apply to colonies designated as “bad colonies” in the Avadh region’s…

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Lucknow Eases Housing Map Rules, Approves New Building Bylaws

LUCKNOW: Approval is now granted for maps of single residential buildings on government roads less than 9 meters wide. This decision was made during the 185th meeting of the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) held on Tuesday. Chaired by LDA chairperson and divisional commissioner Roshan Jacob, the meeting saw the endorsement of various urban development initiatives, including high-tech housing projects across four city locations, a modern bus terminal at Charbagh, new electric vehicle infrastructure at Basant Kunj, and land acquisition for the upcoming housing scheme Naimishnagar near BKT and Varun Vihar by Mohan Road. The board meeting approved construction for single…

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Lucknow: LDA to Increase Development Fees Near Expressways

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to propose an increase in development charges for properties situated near corridors and expressways. During an upcoming meeting on Tuesday, the board will discuss hiring an agency for the Jayaprakash Narayan International Convention Centre and budget allocations for various housing projects, including the Anantnagar Housing Scheme and IT City. The proposal to raise the special amenity fee for properties within 500 meters of Shaheed Path, Kisan Path, and the Green Corridor will also be reviewed. Funds generated from this fee will be allocated towards improving infrastructure and civic facilities in these regions.…

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Lucknow: After 21 Years, Man Still Awaiting LDA Plot Possession

LUCKNOW: Harish Chandra Agarwal has endured a 21-year wait to gain possession of a plot he secured with the Lucknow Development Authority. Although the plot in the Ramnagar Housing Scheme was allotted in 2004, Agarwal’s anticipation remains unfulfilled. Agarwal expressed his discontent during the LDA’s Nagrik Suvidha Diwas on Tuesday. He mentioned that of the 80 plots allotted by the LDA in Ramnagar, only 60 have been handed over. The remaining 20 plots are reportedly encroached upon by a local figure, Prakash Yadav, who has constructed illegal slums on them and continues to collect rent from the residents, as claimed…

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EV Charging Points Required for New Housing Societies in Lucknow

LUCKNOW: All new group housing projects in Lucknow are now required to dedicate 20% of their parking spaces specifically for electric vehicles. These designated slots must include charging points and necessary infrastructure. This initiative is part of the updated building bylaws being implemented under Awas Bandhu to integrate EV infrastructure within the city’s residential developments. “This measure aims to promote low-emission transportation and facilitate the transition to sustainable mobility,” stated a senior official from the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA). Furthermore, the LDA plans to initiate a series of residential projects in areas like Gomti Nagar, Aishbagh, and Basant Kunj. The…

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Lucknow Body to e-auction 200 Vacant Residential Plots

Representative Image LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to auction approximately 200 vacant residential plots from various housing schemes throughout the city. The detailed list of available plots has been released on the LDA’s official website, allowing interested individuals to participate in the e-auction process. LDA officials mentioned that these plots are spread across several housing projects, including Basant Kunj, Priyadarshani Colony, the Kanpur Road scheme, Gomtinagar, and the Gomtinagar extension schemes. With sizes ranging from 60 sqmt to 252 sqmt, buyers will have diverse options according to their preferences. The authority has provided comprehensive information regarding each…

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Lucknow Development Body’s Bylaws to Enhance Mapping Benefits

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has commenced approval of compounding maps under the newly introduced Model Building Construction and Development Bylaws and Model Zoning Regulation-2025. Compounding refers to the process of legalizing buildings constructed without prior approval or that deviate from the original plans. This initiative aims to assist property owners who have previously built structures to regularize them under the new guidelines. During a Janata Adalat at the authority’s headquarters, LDA vice chairperson Prathamesh Kumar announced this directive. Zonal officers have been tasked with specific targets for approving mitigation maps, ranging from 75 to 220 per zone, to…