Rajnath Singh to Inaugurate Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway on July 13, 2026

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway on July 13 at 5 p.m., alongside Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The 63-kilometre expressway, built at a cost of ₹4,700 crore, connects Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, and the Outer Ring Road. Car tolls will rise from ₹95 to ₹115 per trip following the upgrade.

Expressway details and connectivity

The six-lane expressway spans 63 kilometres and passes through 43 villages in Lucknow and Unnao districts. It connects to Agra Expressway, Outer Ring Road, and multiple highways. The project includes trauma centres with 10 beds and roadside amenities on both sides, features not yet available on other Indian expressways. Future expansion to eight lanes is planned based on demand.

Toll increase takes effect in July

Car tolls on National Highway-27 will rise from ₹95 to ₹115 per one-way trip following the upgrade. The toll hike applies to the 14-kilometre expressway section between Shaheed Path and Daroga Kheda, which now has six lanes. Additional toll revenue will be collected at Nawabganj toll plaza. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways approved the increase to fund infrastructure improvements.

Inauguration preparations underway

Security, traffic management, and seating arrangements are being finalised at Captain Manoj Pandey UP Sainik School, the inauguration venue. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has sealed all 63-kilometre entry and exit points to prevent unauthorised vehicle access before the ceremony. Signage boards and pandals are being installed at toll plazas and the venue.

Impact on farmers and land acquisition

Thousands of farmers surrendered land for the expressway construction. The NHAI retained additional land on both sides for future expansion plans. The project connects major cities and reduces travel time between Lucknow and Kanpur, benefiting commercial and passenger traffic.

Final Thoughts

The Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway opens a key transport corridor linking multiple highways at a ₹4,700 crore investment. Toll increases reflect infrastructure upgrades, though commuters will pay ₹20 more per trip starting July 13.

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