Archive · 6 Jan 2026
UP Plans Water Metro on Gomti River
The government of Uttar Pradesh is planning to build a water metro system on the Gomti River in Lucknow.
They have already studied if this project is possible and found that it is.
The system will have modern technology for navigation, managing passengers, and safety.
Before starting the project, they need to get approvals and study more about things like traffic management, environmental impact, and safety systems.
Once all the studies are done, they will make a detailed plan and then start the project.
Similar water metro systems are also being considered for other rivers and lakes in the state.
Uttar Pradesh government plans to launch a water metro system on the Gomti River in Lucknow.
A feasibility study has been completed and reviewed, finding the project viable.
The system will include modern navigation, passenger management, and safety infrastructure.
Preparatory work is set to begin soon, awaiting technical and environmental clearances.
Similar water-based transit proposals are being evaluated for other locations in Uttar Pradesh.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh government
- What
- Planning a water metro system on the Gomti River
- When
- Preparations to begin soon, exact timeline not specified
- Where
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To introduce a modern water transport system
- Location
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- River
- Gomti
- Feasibility Study
- Completed and reviewed
- Next Steps
- Awaiting clearances and DPR preparation
- Other Proposed Locations
- Ganga in Mathura, Yamuna corridor, Ramgarh Tal, Surha Tal