LUCKNOW, May 27 -- : With the Uttar Pradesh government fast-tracking major development plans under the proposed State Capital Region (SCR), residents of the state capital and its adjoining districts can expect faster connectivity, more job opportunities and improved infrastructure

Set to connect six districts -- Lucknow, Barabanki, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur, and Rae Bareli -- the Outer Ring Road project is at the heart of this proposed transformation.

It aims to decongest city roads, speed up intra and inter-district travel and lay the groundwork for industrial and residential growth. The project will integrate Lucknow, Barabanki, Hardoi, Sitapur, Rae Bareli and Unnao, covering 27,826 square kilometres.

Lucknow Development Authority (LDA)...