LUCKNOW, Dec. 9 -- Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) intensified its preparedness drive for winter on Monday, with Corporation authorities conducting surprise inspections on Monday at multiple night shelters. The action came shortly after Hindustan Times highlighted gaps in shelter home readiness for the winter season ('LMC delays leave temporary winter shelters non-operational), dated December 8. Responding to the report, municipal commissioner Gaurav Kumar inspected permanent and temporary shelters in two zones of the city, accompanied by additional municipal commissioner Arvind Kumar Rao, chief engineer (civil) Mahesh Verma, and zonal officials. The inspection began in the Jiamau area under zone 1 limits close to 1090 intersection shelter home, where he reviewed ongoing painting, sanitation, and repair work. During the visit, he said that the Corporation has installed clear signage outside every shelter to help residents locate them easily in extreme cold. He directed officials to ensure the immediate availability of quilts, blankets, and functional furniture across all shelters, replacing old or damaged items without delay. At the Latouche Road night shelter , the commissioner found several deficiencies in maintenance and facilities. He instructed officials to address the shortcomings promptly.HTC...