Lucknow Green Corridor in Gomtinagar: Latest Update!

Gomti Nagar, known for its rapid development, is about to receive an upgrade to its road and traffic infrastructure. In the next few months under the Lucknow Green Corridor, a new four-lane flyover will be constructed at the busy 1090 Crossing, which will represent a first-of-its-kind design for the area with a cloverleaf interchange to make travel quick and smooth (with no signals).

The Need for This Flyover

Traffic congestion has plagued commuters for many years at the crossing of 1090 and Samta Mulak Chowk. These intersections serve important routes including Shaheed Path, IIM Road, Hazratganj, and residential areas of Gomti Nagar – and there has been a clear need to construct some kind of overpass here to alleviate the congestion caused by a variety of different traffic situations. The delays cause inconvenience, fuel wastage, and pollution.

The new Lucknow flyover project is designed to completely bypass the 1090 Crossing which will allow for continuous movements in traffic flow and significant relief to the choke point. The flyover differs from traditional overpass design as it directly routes vehicles around the crossing, rather than building above it, which limits disruption of one of the busiest stretches of the city.

Project Details Timeline

The first phase of the project includes construction on a 2.02 km long Gomti Nagar flyover, which will begin at Baikunth Dham and continue towards La Martiniere Boys’ School, whose total estimated cost is 570 crore per Amar Ujala. Officials hope to complete the first phase of the extension by 2027. The tendering process for constructing the flyover should conclude in around three months.

The second phase of this infrastructure development in Lucknow will construct another flyover; this one will be 2.2 km long and will also have an estimated cost of around 430 crore. This phase will connect the Lucknow Green Corridor to G20 Road, while also providing direct connectivity to Shaheed Path and to the Ekana Stadium road link, which aids in providing access for event traffic during cricket matches and concerts.

The Lucknow Green Corridor Advantage

A notable characteristic of this 1090 Crossing flyover will be its cloverleaf interchange Lucknow configuration. A cloverleaf interchange is often seen on national highways and provides the ability to change direction without stopping at a signal. Drivers can take advantage of:

Signal-free movement for all connecting directions.
Reduced traffic delays at intersections.
Improved safety by separating the action of traffic.

For drivers in Lucknow, this will equate to more seamless transitions between IIM Road, Gomti Nagar, Shaheed Path, and the Lucknow Green Corridor—the driver will not have to slow down to speed up again—an experience similar to highway driving in a city.

Part of The Green Corridor Vision

The Lucknow Green Corridor is a multi-faceted approach to connecting significant areas of the city via expanded roads, fewer signals and sophisticated traffic management. With the Gomti Nagar flyover woven into the corridor plan, we hope to reduce time spent travelling, reduce vehicular emissions, and streamline cross-city travel.

Fans of Ekana stadium (the link from the second flyover) will also benefit when this space becomes congested, particularly during high-profile matches or events.

Expected Benefits for Commuters

When completed, the Lucknow flyover project will:
Reduce travel time between IIM Road and Gomti Nagar.
Provide direct, signal-free Shaheed Path connectivity.
Reduce traffic demands at 1090 Crossing and Samta Mulak Chowk.
Better access to Ekana Stadium from across the city.
Allow for smoother logistics for businesses in the area.

Local residents regard this as a welcome and much-needed upgrade that will ultimately lead to more positive traffic updates about Lucknow in the future. Given the increasing number of vehicles travelling through Lucknow, this particular example of Lucknow infrastructure development could be a model for duplication for other municipalities that face similar levels of congestion.

Challenges & Timeline for Execution

While there is a great deal of optimism that surrounds this project, there are some challenges:
disrupting access to neighbouring areas during the build phase
issues related to land acquisition
ensuring that the project stays on schedule to be completed by 2027

Plan authorities have indicated that they are taking these considerations into account. The decision to avoid going directly over the 1090 Crossing and instead going around it is one measure taken to mitigate inconvenience to commuters.

Looking Forward

From the Lucknow Metro to expanding expressways, the city is on the steady march to upgrading its transport infrastructure. This Gomti Nagar flyover with its cloverleaf interchange Lucknow design is another big step forward.

By 2027 if timelines are achieved, the area could become one of the smoothest driving in the city that welcomes a standard for infrastructure development across Lucknow. Be it a day-to-day commuter, a visitor travelling to the Ekana Stadium, or a long-time resident of Gomti Nagar, this project will deliver more efficient and less stressful transit.

To summarize, the latest Lucknow update is quite clear. The city is moving towards world-class signal-free road connectivity, and the 1090 Crossing flyover will sit right at the epicenter of that transition.

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Midhat Fatima

Midhat Fatima is the founder of Whoopoo, a boutique content and brand studio where strategy meets soul. She helps brands not just tell stories, but market themselves with clarity and confidence, crafting content that connects and positioning that lasts. Her work is rooted in emotional storytelling, thoughtful messaging, and helping businesses find their voice (and space) in a noisy world.