Anant Nagar Yojna: LDA's Landmark Initiative for Affordable and Future-Ready Urban Living in Lucknow

SMEStreet Exclusive Report | Urban Growth & MSME Outlook

In a major step towards urban expansion and inclusive housing, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has launched the Anant Nagar Yojna, a visionary 800-acre township project in the state capital. Unveiled by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, this initiative is part of the broader mission to offer affordable, tech-driven, and integrated housing for all economic sections of society.

Located near the Shaheed Path, Lucknow International Airport, and major expressways, Anant Nagar is expected to reshape urban living and provide a growth-friendly environment for both residents and micro-enterprises.

Key H

SMEStreet Exclusive Report | Urban Growth & MSME Outlook

In a major step towards urban expansion and inclusive housing, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has launched the Anant Nagar Yojna, a visionary 800-acre township project in the state capital. Unveiled by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, this initiative is part of the broader mission to offer affordable, tech-driven, and integrated housing for all economic sections of society.

Located near the Shaheed Path, Lucknow International Airport, and major expressways, Anant Nagar is expected to reshape urban living and provide a growth-friendly environment for both residents and micro-enterprises.

Key Highlights of Anant Nagar Yojna

Massive Investment and Reach

• Total project area: 800 acres

• Estimated cost: ₹7,000 crore

• Targeted beneficiaries: Over 1.5 lakh people

• Planned units: 10,000 flats and 4,000 residential plots

Inclusive Housing

• Reserved Units:

  • 5,000 homes for EWS and LIG categories

  • 3,000 units under PM Awas Yojana (PMAY)

• First phase: 340 residential plots now open for registration in Adarsh Khand (Sector-6)

Innovative Township Features

Sector-Wise Development

The township will be developed in eight dedicated sectors (Khands), each named symbolically—Akash, Alekh, Ashish, Abhash, Alok, Adarsh, Aditya, and Amod—to represent a holistic lifestyle.

Green Infrastructure

• 130-acre urban park for recreation and eco-balance

• Dedicated walking tracks and green corridors

• Emphasis on sustainable living

EduTech City

• 100+ acres allocated for educational institutions

• Plans include schools, colleges, skill centers, and research hubs

• Integrated with the startup ecosystem to attract MSME-led edutech and innovation units

Smart City Elements

• Solar energy infrastructure

• Waste recycling systems

• Underground cabling for uninterrupted power

• Vending zones, community centers, and commercial hubs

Economic Impact & MSME Opportunity

The Anant Nagar Yojna is not just a housing scheme—it is a strategic growth engine for local businesses, especially MSMEs in real estate, construction, education, retail, and infrastructure. The development of EduTech hubs and commercial zones will also create new avenues for startups and small enterprises in Lucknow.

This project is also aligned with CM Yogi Adityanath’s vision of making Uttar Pradesh a USD 1 trillion economy, where urban housing plays a catalytic role in job creation and entrepreneurship.

Application Details & LDA Portal

• Online registrations have begun for residential plots.

• Price starting: ₹41,000/sq. meter approx. for plots.

• Apply and get scheme details from LDA’s official portal:
  👉 https://ldaonline.co.in

Conclusion by SMEStreet Editorial Team

The Anant Nagar Yojna is a blueprint for future Indian townships—affordable, sustainable, and innovation-friendly. It represents a prime opportunity for MSMEs and citizens to benefit from structured urbanization and contribute to a digitally integrated economy.

SMEStreet recommends Indian entrepreneurs, builders, and service providers explore partnership, participation, or early investment avenues in this project. But onlly after doing proper due diligence, and this report is just a collection of facts and updates which are available regarding this project. So, please do not consider this report as a recommendation to invest in this project.