Anant Nagar Lottery Allocates 332 Plots in Lucknow – Transparent Draw Ends

Lottery draws: a step‑by‑step look

Imagine waiting months for a chance to own land, only to see the whole thing broadcast live on YouTube. That’s exactly what happened at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan from September 8‑10, 2025, when the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) ran a three‑day lottery for 332 plots in the Anant Nagar housing scheme. More than 8,500 hopeful buyers registered online between July 11 and August 10, and the authority split the draw across three days to keep things orderly.

Day 1 focused on the larger parcels – 56 plots in total. Applicants could snag a 450 sq m plot (19 available) or a 162 sq m plot (37 available). Roughly 1,400 people lined up to pick their numbers, and each slip was drawn in the presence of the participants. The next day saw a bigger batch: 155 plots, split between 50 units of 200 sq m and 105 units of 288 sq m. Finally, the third day dealt with the most affordable size – 121 plots of 112.5 sq m – and attracted about 4,800 contenders.

Vice Chairperson Prathamesh Kumar made it clear that transparency was the top priority. He explained that every applicant physically drew a slip, and the entire procedure was video‑recorded and streamed live. Additional Secretary C.P. Tripathi reminded the crowd that this phase followed an earlier allocation of 334 plots, underscoring the steady momentum of the project.

Beyond the draw: what the Anant Nagar housing scheme delivers

While the lottery grabbed headlines, the bigger story is the scale of the Anant Nagar development itself. Spread over 785 acres on Mohan Road, the scheme is designed to house around 150,000 people. The master plan calls for roughly 2,100 residential plots, 120 commercial plots, and more than 10,000 flats spread across 60 group‑housing blocks.

Key highlights include:

• 5,000 buildings dedicated to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Lower Income Group (LIG) families, providing homes for about 25,000 residents.
• A grid‑like road network with wide lanes and underground power cables to reduce visual clutter.
• Approximately 130 acres earmarked for parks, playgrounds and other green spaces, creating a greener urban zone.
• An “Edutech City” zone equipped with modern classrooms, labs and faculty facilities to attract students and educators.
• RERA approval and alignment with the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), giving buyers confidence that the project meets national housing standards.

The scheme is divided into eight sectors, each named with a North‑Indian flavor – Aakash Khand, Alekh Khand, Ashish Khand, Abhas Khand, Alok Khand, and the currently allocated Adarsh Khand, among others. This sector‑based approach helps LDA manage construction phases and distribute utilities efficiently.

Environmental considerations also feature prominently. By reserving a sizeable chunk of land for greenery, the development aims to mitigate the heat island effect common in densely built‑up areas. Wide, tree‑lined avenues and underground utilities further enhance the livability factor.

For the dozens of families who walked away with a plot, the draw marks a turning point. Many see it as a stepping stone toward stable home ownership, especially in a city where affordable land is scarce. The LDA’s transparent process has set a benchmark for future housing lotteries, showing that it’s possible to blend fairness with large‑scale urban planning.

Looking ahead, LDA officials say construction will keep pace with the draw results, and additional phases will roll out as demand continues. With more sectors slated for release, Lucknow’s skyline could change dramatically in the next few years, turning what was once a stretch of open land into a bustling, green‑rich residential hub.