Lucknow Housing Expansion
LDA Launches 2,660-Acre IT City Township on Sultanpur Road with 10,000 Plots for 1 Lakh Residents
The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is launching one of its most ambitious housing projects near the IT City along Sultanpur Road, spread across approximately 2,660 acres and expected to accommodate nearly one lakh residents. Phase 1 lottery allocations of 549 plots were distributed on March 10, 2026 across Sectors 15, 16, 17, 18 and 30, with plot sizes ranging from 35 to 288 square meters.
| Total Area | 2,660 acres |
|---|---|
| Residential Plots | Approximately 10,000 residential plots, with sizes ranging between 72 and 200 square metres |
| Target Population | Expected to house close to one lakh residents once fully occupied |
| Land Pooling Model | 25% of developed land returned to donors through a lottery system |
| Phase 1 Allotments | 549 plots allotted in Phase 1 lottery on March 10, 2026 |
| Green Infrastructure | 200-acre dedicated green belt and 15-acre water body |
| Central Park | 188-acre central park and golf course planned within master plan |
| Approach Road | 2-kilometre approach road connecting project to Kisan Path under construction |
What Was Announced
The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is preparing to launch one of its most ambitious housing projects near the IT City along Sultanpur Road, with the township spread across approximately 2,660 acres and expected to accommodate nearly one lakh residents and slated for rollout by early 2026.
The project is being developed under the land pooling system, a model increasingly being adopted in smart cities across India. Under this arrangement, landowners who contribute their land will receive 25% of the developed plots in return instead of traditional monetary compensation.
The Numbers
The township is expected to offer approximately 10,000 residential plots, with sizes ranging between 72 and 200 square metres. With nearly 10,000 plots planned, along with a 200-acre green belt, a 15-acre water body and a new approach road linking the site to Kisan Path, the project aims to establish a self-sustaining, mixed-use urban zone.
The authority initiated preliminary earthwork and site-levelling for the township's central amenities, including a planned 188-acre central park and a golf course earmarked within the master plan.
Development Model and Land Acquisition
Land pooling had commenced earlier this year, with parcels obtained from several adjoining villages. LDA IT City's land pooling and acquisition covers 11 villages in the Mohanlalganj tehsil of Lucknow district: Rakibabad, Sonai, Kajehra, Bhatwara, Moharikhurd, Sikandarpur Amolia, Bakkas, Pahadnagar Tikaria, Siddhpura, Parheta, and Khujaili.
The LDA secured over 90% of the required land for the first phase without a single major protest, a feat that is being studied by development authorities across India.
Phase 1 Allotments Completed
549 plots were allotted in Phase 1 lottery at Mars Auditorium, Indira Gandhi Pratishthan on March 10, 2026, with plots distributed in Sectors 15, 16, 17, 18 and 30 in six plot sizes from 35 to 288 sqm. Farmers and landowners from the 11 villages who completed their land pooling agreements with LDA by January 31, 2026 became eligible for the Phase 1 plot lottery.
Allotment letters have been officially released for applicants who participated in the Phase 1 Land Pooling Scheme (March 2026 draw). Public registration for general buyers is expected to open soon.
Infrastructure and Connectivity
To strengthen access, a 2-kilometre approach road connecting the project to Kisan Path is under construction, with internal mobility planned through a grid-style road network in varying widths. The township will feature designated zones for commercial activities, IT and industrial operations, institutional facilities, and public utilities.
The IT City is a planned, integrated smart township spreading across approximately 3,490 acres along the Sultanpur Road corridor — designed to position Lucknow as a national-level IT and business destination.
Mixed-Use Development
The development is not intended to be merely a housing project. The township will feature designated zones for commercial activities, IT and industrial operations, institutional facilities, and public utilities. This mixed-use approach aligns with the industrial smart city model gaining traction across India, aimed at creating self-sustained urban environments.
Development phases
Land use
Frequently asked questions
What is the land pooling model and how does it work at IT City?
The scheme is based on a land-pooling system in which participating landowners receive 25% of the developed land through an internal draw, a model the authority has been promoting as more beneficial than cash compensation.
How many plots have been allotted in Phase 1?
549 plots were allotted in Phase 1 lottery on March 10, 2026, across Sectors 15, 16, 17, 18 and 30 in six plot sizes from 35 to 288 sqm.
When will public registration for general buyers open?
Public registration for general buyers is expected to open soon with interested buyers advised to regularly check ldalucknow.in and registration.ldalucknow.in.
What villages are included in the land acquisition?
The 11 villages are: Rakibabad, Sonai, Kajehra, Bhatwara, Moharikhurd, Sikandarpur Amolia, Bakkas, Pahadnagar Tikaria, Siddhpura, Parheta, and Khujaili — all in the Mohanlalganj tehsil of Lucknow.
What green spaces are planned?
The layout includes a 200-acre dedicated green belt and a 15-acre water body, and the authority initiated preliminary earthwork and site-levelling for a planned 188-acre central park and a golf course.
How much land has been secured without litigation?
The LDA secured over 90% of the required land for the first phase without a single major protest.
What is the plot size range?
The township is expected to offer residential plots with sizes ranging between 72 and 200 square metres.