Lucknow-Ayodhya Flyover Cancelled A Major Setback for UP’s Infrastructure

For the residents of Lucknow and the thousands of pilgrims traveling toward Ayodhya, the dream of a seamless, jam-free journey has hit a major roadblock. In a move that has sparked widespread disappointment, the proposed flyover project on the busy Lucknow-Ayodhya Road has been officially cancelled.

A Blow to Traffic Relief

The Lucknow-Ayodhya highway is one of the most congested routes in Uttar Pradesh, especially with the massive influx of devotees heading to the Ram Mandir. The proposed flyover was seen as a "lifeline" to bypass some of the most notorious traffic bottlenecks that currently turn a short drive into a multi-hour ordeal.

The cancellation comes as a shock to commuters who were expecting the project to significantly reduce travel time and ease the pressure on local intersections. For those living in the surrounding residential areas, the decision means they will have to continue battling heavy dust, noise, and stagnant traffic for the foreseeable future.

Why was the Project Shelved?

While the official reasons are still being analyzed, sources suggest a combination of technical hurdles and budgetary realignments.

Design Complications: There were reports of challenges regarding land acquisition and the presence of underground utilities that would have made the construction far more expensive and time-consuming than initially planned.

Alternative Planning: Some officials hint that the government might be looking at broader "Expressway" expansions or alternative bypass routes that could serve a larger area, though nothing concrete has been announced to replace the cancelled flyover.

The Ground Reality

Currently, the stretch is a nightmare during peak hours. From local transport to heavy commercial trucks and tourist buses, the road is constantly choked. The cancellation of the flyover doesn't just impact travel speed; it affects the local economy, as businesses along the route face difficulties with logistics and customer access.

What Happens Next?

With the flyover out of the picture, the focus now shifts to the Traffic Police and local authorities. Can better signaling, lane discipline, or minor road widening offer a temporary fix? For now, the "Grand Entry" to the holy city of Ayodhya remains stuck in a bottleneck.

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