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Lucknow launches lottery for 1,665 1BHK flats in Atalnagar

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) held a lottery on Thursday for the allocation of 1BHK flats under the Atalnagar Yojana at Devpur Para. A total of 1,665 one-bedroom flats were distributed during the lottery, with applicants invited on stage to choose slips to guarantee transparency. The entire event was live-streamed on YouTube. Many applicants expressed their relief at the long-awaited allotment. “I applied as soon as the scheme was announced but didn’t expect my name to be drawn in the first round,” said Vipin Kumar Sahu from Prayagraj. “This allotment brings a permanent home for my family.” The draw…

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NCLAT Backs Lucknow Body in Ansal Insolvency Case

LUCKNOW: In a significant decision for the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA), the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has ruled that no actions regarding the insolvency proceedings of Ansal Properties and Infrastructure Ltd can proceed without hearing from the Authority. This case involves alleged breaches of the High-Tech Township policy by the Ansal Group, including the non-delivery of plots, flats, villas, and commercial units booked by thousands of homebuyers in Lucknow since 2009. The NCLAT had previously accepted the insolvency petition, declared the real estate firm as bankrupt, and appointed an interim resolution professional, raising concerns about the interests of…

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Lucknow body demolishes 12 illegal sites in Gudamba, Kakori

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) intensified its crackdown on unauthorized development on Tuesday, demolishing 12 construction sites located in illegal colonies in the Gudamba and Kakori areas, covering approximately 43.75 acres. The enforcement teams from Zones 5 and 3 operated under the direction of LDA Vice-Chairman Prathamesh Kumar. According to officials, the Zone 5 team dismantled constructions, including boundary walls and site offices, at four illegal plots in Kapasi village of Gudamba. These sites, totaling nearly 12.5 acres, were reportedly being developed by individuals including Manoj Pal, Mohammad Siddiqui, Ramesh Kumar Pal, and Lal Bahadur. The operation was overseen…

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Lucknow body waives back fees on vacant flats in old schemes

LUCKNOW: In a significant relief for homebuyers, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has decided to waive three years of backdating maintenance charges for individuals purchasing vacant flats in older housing schemes. The LDA Board approved this decision, and official orders have been dispatched. Previously, the authority collected maintenance fees for the last three years from buyers during the registry or possession process, calculated from the initial registry date following construction completion, even if the flats were unsold and unoccupied. Buyers contested this, stating they should not be liable for payments during a time when they neither owned nor occupied the…

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Lucknow Development Body Starts Plot Registration in Anantnagar

Representative AI image LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to launch the online registration for 637 residential plots as part of its Anantnagar housing scheme, starting December 20 until January 12. According to LDA Vice Chairman Prathamesh Kumar, the application process will be fully online, with plot allotments decided through a lottery system. The available plots vary in size from 112.5 square metres to 450 square metres. The Anantnagar scheme spans 785 acres along Mohan Road and is designed to house approximately 150,000 residents. The project features a grid layout with broad roads and underground electrical wiring to…

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Lucknow to Auction Plots in Gomtinagar Extension Scheme

Representative AI image LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has finalized plot prices and approved the layout for a new commercial and group housing development in the Gomtinagar Extension Scheme. These prime plots will be available in the upcoming e-auction, which will include commercial complexes at 1090 Chauraha, a hospital site, and multiple group housing plots. The e-auction portal will be open starting December 15, and interested participants can register on the LDA website. LDA Vice-Chairperson Prathamesh Kumar announced that in Sector-7 of Gomtinagar Extension, 43 acres behind the Police Headquarters have been designated for 11 group housing plots and…

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Lucknow body to restart plot registrations on Mohan Road

LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Development Authority is set to restart registration for approximately 1,487 developed plots listed with UP RERA under the ambitious Anantnagar residential scheme along Mohan Road. Officials indicated that a proposal from the engineering division has been forwarded to the property department, and the registration dates will be announced shortly. The plots cater to middle and upper-income groups in various colonies, including Akash Khand, Aalekh Khand, Ashish Khand, Aabhas Khand, Alok Khand, Adarsh Khand, Aditya Khand, and Aamod Khand. In Sector-1, there are 617 plots, comprising 40 plots of 450 sq m, 211 plots of 288 sq m,…

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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…