LUCKNOW, Aug. 23 -- Triveni Nagar in the state capital has earned itself a 'VIP' status after astronaut and Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla became a national hero.

Ahead of Shukla's return to the city on August 25, Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) has taken up development works in the locality, where his house is located, on a priority.

The civic body is reconstructing a 150-metre stretch of road leading to Shukla's residence and bettering drainage facilities to prevent waterlogging there. The work, estimated to be worth around Rs.25 lakh, also includes laying a water pipeline. LMC officials said the move was aimed at ensuring smooth access and convenience to residents and visitors during Shukla's homecoming.

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