LUCKNOW, Jan. 28 -- The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to breathe new life into commercial and residential properties valued in crores, including vacant complexes along Kanpur Road, Gomti Nagar, and Aliganj, which have remained unsold for over a decade. With many of these properties lying unused and deteriorating, the LDA is introducing a redevelopment plan aimed at upgrading infrastructure, reducing maintenance costs, and boosting revenue.

Commercial complexes built years ago, such as those near Bharni Apartments on Kanpur Road, and shops in Ratan Khand and Vinay Khand, have failed to attract tenants. Properties in Nanda Kheda and Aliganj, some of which are three to four decades old, also remain largely neglected. According ...