Hazarat Ganj by 2026

Lucknow’s Hazratganj market, known as the cultural and commercial heart of Lucknow, is all set for a major facelift as part of a heritage restoration and beautification plan aimed at restoring the area’s colonial-era charm.

Why This Matters

Hazratganj isn’t just a market. It’s where Lucknow goes to be seen. A heritage-controlled, Instagram-clean Ganj means:

• For shoppers: Better walkability and lighting for evening shopping
• For heritage lovers: A real chance to see the Victorian arcades and Art Deco corners again
• For businesses: Uniformity actually increases footfall – the 2010 revamp proved it, 

Hazratganj Revamp – Old world charm back

• Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has cleared a Rs 20 crore budget for remodelling and beautification of Hazratganj. 
• Plan includes visual upgrades, heritage-style signage, uniform shopfronts, better footpaths and lighting. 
• Traders association + Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) have agreed to cooperate after initial sticking points.