Lucknow's Animal Husbandry and Agricultural Infrastructure Projects Receive Major Funding
The city of Lucknow is witnessing significant developments in its animal husbandry and agricultural marketing infrastructure, with two major projects receiving substantial budgetary allocations and construction directives. These initiatives aim to enhance administrative capabilities and support local farmers through improved facilities.
Badshahbagh Animal Husbandry Campus Development
A budget provision of approximately Rs 5 crore has been proposed for comprehensive construction and development work at the animal husbandry department campus located on Ayodhya Road in Badshahbagh. This substantial investment will fund multiple infrastructure improvements designed to modernize the facility and support departmental operations.
The planned development includes:
- Construction of government residential quarters for officers and staff
- Development and improvement of roads within the campus
- Installation of proper drainage systems
- Creation of adequate parking facilities
- Construction of septic tanks and borewells
- Implementation of other essential basic infrastructure
According to officials, the primary purpose of this project is to provide residential facilities for employees while simultaneously improving the infrastructure required for both administrative and veterinary services. This enhancement is expected to significantly support routine departmental functioning and create a more efficient working environment for staff members dedicated to animal husbandry services in the region.
Gomtinagar Kisan Agri Mall Progress
In the agricultural and marketing sector, construction of the Kisan Agri Mall in Vikalp Khand, Gomtinagar, is currently underway with an estimated cost of Rs 76.41 crore. This ambitious facility represents a major investment in Lucknow's agricultural infrastructure and is designed to serve multiple functions for the local farming community.
The Kisan Agri Mall is specifically planned to support:
- Marketing of farmers' produce through organized channels
- Storage facilities for agricultural commodities
- Processing capabilities for various farm products
- Comprehensive infrastructure for handling agricultural commodities efficiently
This facility aims to create a centralized hub where farmers can access multiple services related to their produce, potentially reducing post-harvest losses and improving market access. The substantial investment reflects the government's commitment to strengthening agricultural marketing infrastructure and supporting the agricultural economy in and around Lucknow.
Both projects demonstrate a coordinated approach to infrastructure development, addressing both animal husbandry needs through the Badshahbagh campus improvements and agricultural marketing requirements through the Gomtinagar Agri Mall. These developments are expected to have long-term positive impacts on their respective sectors, benefiting both government operations and the broader agricultural community in the Lucknow region.
