India, July 15 -- LUCKNOW The first day of public operations on the newly inaugurated Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway saw moderate traffic movement on Tuesday, with commuters experiencing significantly reduced travel time but also facing higher toll charges and minor technical glitches at some entry and exit points.

The 63-km, six-lane access-controlled expressway, inaugurated on Monday, has significantly reduced travel time between Uttar Pradesh's capital and its industrial hub. Commuters reported completing the journey in around 35-45 minutes, compared to the 2-3 hours often required on the congested Lucknow-Kanpur highway, particularly during peak traffic hours.

While the expressway largely delivered on its promise of faster connectivity, ...