{"id":50425,"date":"2025-05-27T14:01:49","date_gmt":"2025-05-27T08:31:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanacres.in\/?p=50425"},"modified":"2025-05-27T14:01:49","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T08:31:49","slug":"lucknow-metro-east-west-corridor-gets-pib-nod-for-expansion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/livzzy.in\/?p=50425","title":{"rendered":"Lucknow Metro East West Corridor Gets PIB Nod for Expansion"},"content":{"rendered":"

The long-awaited East-West corridor of Lucknow Metro has cleared a key milestone.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Public Investment Board (PIB) has formally endorsed Phase 1B of the project, bringing the Uttar Pradesh capital closer to an expanded mass transit network aimed at reducing congestion and car-dependency. This next leg of the city\u2019s metro expansion stretches 11.165 kilometres, linking the pivotal Charbagh junction with the western residential suburb of Vasant Kunj. Comprising a 6.879 km underground section and a 4.286 km elevated segment, the route is designed to weave through some of the city\u2019s most densely populated and commercially vibrant neighbourhoods, including Aminabad and Chowk.<\/h4>\n

The corridor is projected to cost \u20b95,801 crore and is scheduled for completion within five years of project initiation. With the Union Cabinet\u2019s final approval now pending, authorities are hopeful of commencing construction by Diwali 2025, aligning with the state\u2019s broader transport and climate resilience goals. Twelve stations have been proposed for this corridor\u2014seven underground and five elevated\u2014strategically placed to connect high-density population zones, markets, healthcare hubs, and historic districts. These include underground stops at Charbagh, Gautam Buddha Marg, Aminabad, Pandeyganj, City Railway Station, Medical Chauraha, and Chowk, and elevated platforms at Thakurganj, Balaganj, Sarfarazganj, Moosabagh, and Vasant Kunj.<\/h4>\n

A crucial design highlight of the East-West corridor is its interchange facility at Charbagh, where it will seamlessly integrate with the operational 23-km North-South metro line. This move not only enhances multimodal mobility but also signals a step toward a more connected and efficient urban transit backbone.<\/h4>\n

By expanding the metro network from 23 to 35 kilometres, the Phase 1B extension promises to make public transport accessible to thousands of new commuters across underserved areas. Commercial centres such as Aminabad and Chowk\u2014often plagued by traffic snarls\u2014are set to benefit immensely from the expected modal shift from private vehicles to metro rail.<\/h4>\n

The project\u2019s approval is also a reflection of the government\u2019s increasing emphasis on inclusive and green infrastructure in Tier-II cities. With carbon emissions and urban congestion on the rise, metro networks like Lucknow\u2019s are crucial to reshaping how cities grow and breathe. Improved connectivity, lower vehicular pollution, and time-efficient commuting stand to transform daily life for many, especially in areas historically cut off from swift mobility. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) received the Uttar Pradesh government\u2019s approval in March 2024, followed by clearance from the Network Planning Group in July of the same year. With the PIB\u2019s green signal now in place, stakeholders are optimistic about a smooth and timely rollout\u2014subject to central cabinet ratification.<\/h4>\n

Despite its later start compared to cities like Delhi, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad, Lucknow\u2019s metro ambitions remain on track. While Delhi boasts a 395 km network and Hyderabad has surpassed 69 km, Lucknow\u2019s modest but strategic expansion reflects a careful urban mobility model that blends heritage, population dynamics, and sustainability. As the city awaits the final nod from the Union Cabinet, the East-West corridor signals more than just a metro line. It embodies Lucknow\u2019s pivot to modern, low-emission public infrastructure\u2014one that supports inclusive economic growth while safeguarding its historic core.<\/h4>\n

Also Read: Bhopal Roads Blocked For Metro Station Project<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Lucknow Metro East West Corridor Gets PIB Nod for Expansion<\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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