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The Union Cabinet on Tuesday (August 12) approved the Phase-IB of the Lucknow Metro project in Uttar Pradesh at the cost of ₹5,801 crore, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced. The Cabinet meeting was chaired by Prime
Minister Narendra Modi.
The 11.165 km long metro line will connect the East part to the West Lucknow from Charbagh to Vasant Kunj. The project is scheduled to be completed in five years.
On operationalisation of Phase-1B, Lucknow will have 34 km of active Metro rail network. The project will be implemented by the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation, a joint venture of the Centre and the Uttar Pradesh government.
In a statement, the government said Phase-1B of the Lucknow Metro Rail Project represents a
significant advancement in the city's infrastructure development, marking a major expansion of the Metro rail network in the state capital.
Details of the project:
This phase aims to seamlessly integrate the key zones of Old Lucknow, including commercial hubs such as Aminabad, Yahiyaganj, Pandeyganj and Chowk. It will also integrate other key zones
such as the King George’s Medical University (Medical College) and major tourist attractions such as Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, Bhool Bhulaiya, Clock Tower, and Rumi Darwaza.
"vital areas with the Metro network, Phase-1B will not only enhance connectivity but also stimulate economic activity, tourism, and ease urban mobility for both residents and visitors," it said.
The current Phase 1A of Lucknow Metro is 22.87 km long and has 21 metro stations between CCS Airport to Munshi Pulia. It is operation since 2019.
The 11.165 km long metro line will connect the East part to the West Lucknow from Charbagh to Vasant Kunj. The project is scheduled to be completed in five years.
On operationalisation of Phase-1B, Lucknow will have 34 km of active Metro rail network. The project will be implemented by the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation, a joint venture of the Centre and the Uttar Pradesh government.
#WATCH | Union Cabinet decisions | Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, "Lucknow is a big city. Metro is needed here very much. So, Lucknow Metro's Phase 1B has been approved at an investment of Rs 5,801 Crores." pic.twitter.com/xQhuto3kWo
— ANI (@ANI) August 12, 2025
In a statement, the government said Phase-1B of the Lucknow Metro Rail Project represents a
Details of the project:
- Length: Approximately 11.165 km
- 12 metro stations -- seven underground and five elevated
- Improve public transportation in the oldest and the densely populated areas of the city
This phase aims to seamlessly integrate the key zones of Old Lucknow, including commercial hubs such as Aminabad, Yahiyaganj, Pandeyganj and Chowk. It will also integrate other key zones
"vital areas with the Metro network, Phase-1B will not only enhance connectivity but also stimulate economic activity, tourism, and ease urban mobility for both residents and visitors," it said.
The current Phase 1A of Lucknow Metro is 22.87 km long and has 21 metro stations between CCS Airport to Munshi Pulia. It is operation since 2019.
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