LUCKNOW, March 16 -- The Uttar Pradesh government has approved Rs.5.51 crore as the second instalment for the construction of a bridge near Hanuman Setu, a key link aimed at improving traffic flow in the state capital. The project, part of the larger Green Corridor initiative, is designed to connect Pakka Pul, Daliganj, and Samta Mulak intersection.

According to Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) officials, the project will allow commuters to bypass traffic-heavy areas and reach destinations like Kisan Path and Shaheed Path more quickly.

With this latest funding, the total amount released for the bridge project now stands at Rs.17.19 crore out of the sanctioned Rs.23.36 crore. Officials confirmed that about 60% of the work has been com...