19-05-2025
200 crore boost to help complete Green Corridor, other infra projects
Lucknow: Several key infrastructure projects, including the
Green Corridor
, beautification of Shaheed Path, conservation of Motijheel, Jamuna and Eldeco lakes, and the restoration of the historic Rifa-e-Aam Club, are set to receive a major boost, with Rs 200 crore approved during a recent Infrastructure Fund Committee meeting chaired by divisional commissioner Roshan Jacob.
Around Rs 90 crore was allocated to fast-track the Green Corridor from Basant Kunj to Pipraghat. Of this, Rs 50 crore will go towards constructing an embankment between Pipraghat and Shaheed Path, Rs 15 crore for another embankment leading to Ekana Stadium, and Rs 10 crore for a road overbridge and VIP spur at Pipraghat railway crossing. Another Rs 15 crore was allotted for undergrounding power lines, utility shifting, signage, rotary development, and other associated works.
Over Rs 10 crore was earmarked for horticulture, irrigation, and beautification of Shaheed Path. Additionally, Rs 8 crore will be spent on the conservation of Motijheel, Jamuna, and Eldeco lakes. Work on a cofferdam at the CG City wetland site is also underway and nearing completion.
Moreover, a tropical park will be developed near Lakshman Mela Ground on the Gomti riverfront at a cost of Rs 3 crore.
An entertainment park is also being planned at Eco Garden under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
A new foot overbridge near Lulu Mall on Shaheed Path will be constructed to improve pedestrian movement and safety.
Furthermore, projects including the installation of a musical fountain at Neembu Park in Hussainabad, façade enhancement from Rumi Gate to Chhota Imambara, electrification of the museum block, development of a parking area near the food court, and upgrades to nearby roads will be done with Rs 10 crore.
Rs 4 crore will be used for placemaking efforts at Hazratganj crossing and its surrounding streets.
Additionally, open gyms will be installed in 50 city parks. Sculptures will also be placed at key intersections and major roads. The plan includes improvements in street lighting and drainage systems under various schemes across the city.
Among the heritage projects, Rs 5 crore was set aside for the restoration of the historic Rifa-e-Aam Club in Wazirganj. The Amiruddaula Library in Kaiserbagh will be converted into a museum with a budget of Rs 2 crore.
LDA vice chairperson said, "With these initiatives, LDA aims to not only improve infrastructure but also enrich the aesthetic and ecological profile of Lucknow."
