The Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned over ₹147 crore for the construction of two new bridges across the Gomti River in Lucknow.
This initiative is expected to directly benefit more than five lakh citizens while significantly improving traffic flow across key arterial routes in the capital. The projects, being undertaken by the Uttar Pradesh State Bridge Corporation in collaboration with the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA), form a crucial part of the state’s long-term mobility and infrastructure agenda. The first of the two bridges is being developed near the existing Khadra concrete bridge and is designed to support the movement of heavy vehicles, especially those commuting along the Sitapur Road corridor. With a sanctioned cost of ₹92.89 crore, the 180-metre-long four-lane structure, supported by an approach road of 326 metres, is expected to be completed by June 2027. As of now, 12 per cent of the construction is complete.
Parallelly, the second project, a four-lane concrete bridge at Mehndi Ghat under the Green Corridor scheme, seeks to replace the long-serving but outdated pontoon bridge. With a budget of ₹53.98 crore and a planned length of 303.38 metres, this structure will bridge Faizullaganj and Daulatganj, reducing a typical 12-kilometre journey to just a 15-minute commute. While progress remains modest at 5 per cent, officials are targeting 50 per cent completion by December 2025. These developments signal the state’s renewed push for sustainable and inclusive urban growth. The Mehndi Ghat bridge will serve a wide demographic, including residents from key colonies like Daudnagar, Keshavnagar, Balaganj, and Hussainabad, facilitating smoother passage across north-central Lucknow. Both bridges are anticipated to reduce travel bottlenecks not only for local residents but also for vehicles navigating the national highways connecting Delhi, Bareilly, Sitapur, and Hardoi.
These infrastructure enhancements also echo the broader goal of zero net carbon cities. By cutting commute times and easing vehicle idling at choke points, they are expected to reduce fuel consumption and associated emissions. As the state capital grows, integrating such transport upgrades with green initiatives remains essential to ensure environmental and civic sustainability. According to engineers involved in the project, stringent timelines and monitoring have been instituted to prevent delays and cost overruns. The emphasis is also on safety, structural resilience, and accessibility for all road users, including pedestrians and cyclists, aligning with a vision of equitable urban design.
The bridge projects are more than just civil works—they represent a forward-thinking vision for a future-ready Lucknow. While timelines stretch till 2027, the groundwork laid today is set to fundamentally change how residents move, live, and connect across the city. With development gaining momentum, the state capital appears firmly on track to reimagine its urban core with infrastructure that supports both economic growth and a higher quality of life.
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