New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the much-anticipated Lucknow Metro Phase 1B, marking a major leap in Uttar Pradesh’s urban transport infrastructure.
Lucknow Metro Phase 1B will extend the metro network by 11.165 km, featuring 12 stations – seven underground and five elevated – with a total project outlay of ₹5,801 crore.
Once completed, this expansion will bring Lucknow’s operational metro network to 34 km, significantly improving accessibility for residents and visitors.
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Lucknow Metro Phase 1B: Enhanced Urban Connectivity
The new corridor will bridge critical gaps in Old Lucknow’s transport system, connecting densely populated and commercially important areas.
Lucknow Metro Phase 1B: Key locations to be linked include
- Commercial hubs: Aminabad, Yahiyaganj, Pandeyganj, and Chowk
- Healthcare access: King George’s Medical University (Medical College)
- Tourism landmarks: Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, Bhool Bhulaiya, Clock Tower, Rumi Darwaza
- Food heritage destinations that define Lucknow’s culinary culture
Traffic, Environmental, and Economic Benefits
By offering a modern alternative to road transport, Lucknow Metro Phase 1B is expected to ease congestion along heavily trafficked Old Lucknow routes, reduce travel times, and improve overall road safety.
The metro’s electric, high-capacity system will cut carbon emissions, supporting the city’s sustainability goals.
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Improved connectivity to the airport, railway stations, and bus depots will enhance productivity, stimulate local commerce, and attract investments to areas surrounding the new metro stations.
Social Impact
The expansion will provide equitable access to safe, reliable, and affordable public transportation for diverse socio-economic groups, reducing commute disparities and improving access to essential services across Lucknow.
Transforming Lucknow’s Future
The Lucknow Metro Phase 1B project is a transformative step in addressing the city’s transport challenges, enhancing mobility, and supporting long-term urban development. It is expected to play a crucial role in shaping a sustainable, connected, and economically vibrant future for the state capital.