LUCKNOW, March 21 -- The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) is set to install a boom barrier for floating debris in the Gomti River within a month to curb the rising problem of floating debris and water hyacinth. The barrier, funded through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, will be set up behind Kudiya Ghat, officials confirmed.

A boom barrier consists of a hinged horizontal bar designed to regulate debris flow in the water, and this automated mechanism will help contain and manage floating waste effectively.

LMC officials conducted a detailed survey before finalizing the location for the machine. "The survey revealed that water hyacinth is entering the river from upstream areas. Previously, the stagnant water prevente...