LUCKNOW, Aug. 28 -- The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) launched 14 projects worth Rs.28.72 crore on Thursday. The newly approved projects aim to expand water storage capacity and modernise supply networks.

The development is of particular importance to residents of Gomti Nagar Extension, who have long faced irregular water supply and sewerage problems. For years, families in the area have complained of low water pressure, shortage of clean drinking water, and an overburdened sewerage system.

According to officials, the works include construction of five clear water reservoirs (CWRs) of 660 kilolitre capacity each across Sectors 1, 4, 5, and 6 at a cost of Rs.20.5 crore, renovation of the sewerage pumping station near Health City at...