Lucknow News Desk

02 Jan 2026

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has carried out a significant enforcement action, dismantling 12 illegal structures across the city in a bid to uphold planning regulations and protect public land. The crackdown targeted unauthorised buildings that had been erected without requisite approvals or in violation of sanctioned land use, including encroachments on roadsides and open spaces. LDA officials said the action forms part of ongoing efforts to prevent unauthorised real estate activity and to ensure orderly urban development. The authority has reiterated its commitment to continued monitoring and enforcement, warning that future violations will be acted upon promptly under applicable planning and municipal laws.Read more

29 Dec 2025

The Lucknow Municipal Corporation has introduced a Property Tax Management System to improve accuracy and transparency in house tax assessment. The digital platform will create a building-wise database capturing verified details such as built-up area, property use and ownership. The system is aimed at identifying under-assessed properties, correcting classification errors and reducing manual intervention. Senior officials will be able to monitor tax calculations and collections in real time. The initiative forms part of wider efforts to strengthen municipal revenue and ensure uniform tax assessment across the city.Read more

Uttarakhand News Desk

24 Dec 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority has launched online registration for 637 residential plots under the third phase of its Anantnagar housing scheme. Registration, open until early January, will be done through a lottery system, ensuring transparent allotment. The plots range from 112.5 to 450 square metres, located in Akash Khand and Adarsh Khand. The township, spread over 785 acres, features a grid-pattern layout, wide roads, underground electricity, Edutech City, and 130 acres of green spaces. Earlier phases saw over 22,000 applications for 666 plots, highlighting strong demand for planned housing in the city.Read more

24 Dec 2025

Lucknow has introduced a new Property Tax Management System aimed at simplifying tax collection, improving compliance and enhancing transparency for property owners. The digital platform will allow residents and businesses to view, assess and pay property taxes online, while providing municipal authorities with better tools to manage records, track payments and reduce disputes. Officials say the system will reduce paperwork, speed up assessments and make it easier to update property data, benefiting both taxpayers and the civic body. The launch is part of broader efforts to modernise municipal revenue systems and strengthen urban governance, with authorities expecting improved efficiency and higher collection rates through technology-led reforms.Read more

17 Dec 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is preparing to resume registrations for 1,487 residential plots under its Anantnagar Housing Scheme along Mohan Road, pending final clearance from the property department. These RERA-registered plots are spread across multiple sectors and sized between 112.5 sq m and 450 sq m, targeting middle and upper-income buyers. The online registration dates will be announced soon through the LDA portal. The scheme aims to provide a structured residential option in a growing corridor of Lucknow, continuing the development seen in earlier phases of Anantnagar plots.Read more

16 Dec 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has approved layouts and finalised prices for commercial, hospital, and group housing plots in Gomtinagar Extension. These plots will be offered through an e-auction starting later this month, allowing online registration via the LDA portal. Sector 7 behind the Police Headquarters features 11 group housing and one commercial plot, while Vibhuti Khand near 1090 Chauraha includes five commercial plots and one hospital plot. Two additional group housing sites on Butler Palace Road, Dalibagh, are also part of the auction. Reserve prices reflect the premium location and infrastructure of the area.Read more

13 Dec 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority has approved a wide set of projects covering about 385 acres, including seven private townships under the Uttar Pradesh Township Policy 2023 and layout plans for major upcoming schemes such as IT City, Wellness City, Naimish Nagar and Varun Vihar. A revised plan for Sharda Nagar clears over 1,100 EWS homes along with supporting infrastructure, including an STP. The LDA has also frozen prices of its vacant flats for a year and introduced discounts for decorated armed-forces veterans. A reclaimed 43-acre tract near Shaheed Path will be redeveloped for group housing and commercial use. The board also resolved relocation issues for 12 displaced shopkeepers.Read more

26 Nov 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority has extended the registration window for its Atal Nagar affordable housing scheme until December 2, giving applicants extra time to apply via its website. The scheme includes 2,496 flats in 15 towers at Devpur Para, with both 1 BHK and 2 BHK units priced from around INR 9.82 lakh. A registration fee of 5 percent of the flat cost (or 2.5 percent for reserved categories) is mandatory. Allocations will be made through a transparent lottery. The scheme provides key amenities, including lifts, power backup, green spaces, and security.Read more

25 Nov 2025

Lucknow Police has strengthened 'Operation Pehchaan' by holding landlords accountable if tenants involved in criminal activity are found to be living in their properties without proper verification. With the city seeing a surge in migrant inflow, authorities say some offenders have been renting homes using false identities. Tenant registration is now mandatory through the police website or the UPCOP app, to be completed before move-in or within a month. Police will verify details through physical checks, and landlords must keep copies of key documents. Rules for foreign nationals require Form C submission and prompt reporting. Regular reviews by ACPs, ADCPs and DCPs aim to ensure strict compliance.Read more

25 Nov 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority has generated over INR 425 crore in its latest e-auction, marking one of its strongest revenue rounds to date. Several plots attracted aggressive bidding, with prices reaching nearly three times their reserve values. A notable example was a 75 sqm plot in Sector 5, valued at INR 28 lakh, which sold for INR 1.5 crore. LDA credits the success to a detailed land audit and drone survey that helped identify and clear illegally occupied parcels before auction. This momentum follows earlier e-auctions where LDA earned more than INR 450 crore. The auctions span residential and commercial plots, helping the authority monetise unused land and curb encroachments.Read more

06 Nov 2025

The Uttar Pradesh Housing Board (UPHB) has listed about 4,200 residential units in Lucknow on a centralised online portal, providing details such as addresses, area, cost, and photographs mapped via Google Maps. The initiative, part of a state-wide directive covering 29 housing authorities, aims to enhance transparency and convenience by reducing the need for in-person visits. Buyers can register online and participate in lottery draws for units in government-backed projects such as Avadh Vihar, Himalayan Enclave, and Kailash Enclave. With 21 of 30 agencies having uploaded listings so far across cities like Agra, Kanpur, Varanasi, and Ghaziabad, the move marks a step toward streamlined, accessible housing allocation in Uttar Pradesh.Read more

05 Nov 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has extended the registration deadline for the Atal Nagar Housing Scheme to 21 November, giving low- and middle-income buyers more time to apply. The project comprises 19 towers with 2,496 flats, offering 1-BHK units of around 30 sq m and 2-BHK units up to 54.95 sq m, priced from INR 9.82 lakh onwards. Equipped with modern amenities such as lifts in all buildings, reliable water and electricity supply with backup, landscaped green areas, play zones and parking facilities, the scheme aims to provide affordable yet well-equipped housing.Read more

04 Nov 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has announced a 13-day special registration camp to fast-track pending property registrations through a single-window system. The initiative, directed by Vice-Chairman Prathmesh Kumar, will be held in the LDA committee hall, where officials will prepare documents during the first ten days, followed by on-site registry department officers completing registrations in the final three. Secretary Vivek Srivastava said the effort aims to clear the backlog of residential and commercial cases, while Deputy Secretary Madhvesh Kumar urged allottees who have paid most of their dues to participate. The camp seeks to reduce administrative delays and deliver a time-bound resolution for long-pending property titles.Read more

28 Oct 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has extended its festive discount offer on ready-to-move flats until early November, allowing homebuyers to avail direct price reductions ranging from INR 1 lakh to INR 2 lakh based on the unit cost. Nearly 589 flats have been booked so far, while more than 1,100 are still available. The flats, priced between INR 22 lakh and INR 1.08 crore, come in 1BHK, 2BHK, and 3BHK configurations across several housing projects. Buyers making full payments within 45-90 days can also avail additional discounts of 3-6 percent.Read more

13 Oct 2025

Earlier this week, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) announced that it would reopen registrations for some 500 residential plots under the Anantnagar Housing Scheme coinciding with Diwali. The project, spread across 785 acres, includes plans for an Education City and modern infrastructure. Plot sizes range across multiple categories, and rates remain fixed. Additionally, the state government has approved significant funding for two new LDA housing projects - Varun Vihar and Naimish Nagar - set to further expand residential offerings in the region.Read more

10 Oct 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority's Atal Nagar and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel housing schemes have drawn significant attention from buyers, reflecting a strong demand for affordable housing. Atal Nagar offers 2,496 flats in Devpur Para with prices starting at INR 9.82 lakh, while Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel provides 72 flats in Dalibagh at INR 10.70 lakh. Within three days, over 5,600 website visits were recorded, leading to more than 2,300 booklet purchases and 117 registrations. Online registration for both schemes is open until early November.Read more

07 Oct 2025

The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) recently sealed Sahara Shaher, a 170-acre property in Gomti Nagar, citing alleged lease violations. The LMC claims the 30-year lease, which ended in 2024, was not honored, prompting cancellation of the lease and license agreements. Sahara India disputes these allegations, stating it invested over INR 2,480 crore, developed 87 residential and commercial buildings, and paid all dues including INR 17.58 crore in taxes. The company has moved the Allahabad High Court, challenging LMC's actions, which they describe as arbitrary and unlawful.Read more

30 Sep 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) will conduct an e-auction for the Sahara Bazaar Complex in Gomtinagar on November 10. The complex spans 4,741 square meters and includes around 150 shops. Originally leased to Sahara Housing Corporation in 1987 for 30 years, the lease expired in 2017 and was not renewed. LDA took possession in June 2025 after canceling the lease. The reserve price, initially set at INR 85 crore, is being revised due to increased circle rates. The site will be converted to freehold, retaining its commercial land-use status, allowing redevelopment.Read more

30 Sep 2025

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) will develop new commercial and residential plots in the Basantkunj scheme using vacant and unplanned land near existing residential areas and green spaces. Vice-Chairman Prathmesh Kumar inspected plots in Sector-I (near Mango Park) and found illegal construction, leading to suspension of some officials. Identified sectors for new plots include J, K, I, O, and Sector A (survey to finish in two weeks). The scheme also includes beautification of parks, road repairs, and penalties for contractors where work is slow.Read more

23 Sep 2025

Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has introduced a digital system so that applicants seeking Building Map No Objection Certificates can receive them through WhatsApp. The new arrangement uses the authority's Enterprise Resource Planning system to coordinate approvals and communicate with multiple departments, reducing traditional delays. Alongside this, the LDA has digitised land use verification, enabling prospective land buyers in Lucknow to check land status online by submitting relevant documents and location data.Read more