LUCKNOW, April 2 -- The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has launched a city-wide door-to-door verification drive of all allotted residential and commercial properties to eliminate discrepancies and curb potential fraud in property records. The initiative aims to plug long-pending gaps and create a comprehensive, updated database of property ownership across LDA schemes, officials said. LDA vice-chairman Prathamesh Kumar issued the directive on Wednesday, ordering physical verification of properties to root out irregularities affecting governance and service delivery. Officials said incomplete and outdated records often delayed official work and increased the risk of fraudulent transactions. The exercise has been launched alongside the ongoing digitisation of property records. Authorities have identified several cases where records were missing or not updated, making it difficult to verify ownership and process applications. Through the survey, officials will physically verify each property and align records with ground realities. LDA has appointed PCS Management Consultancy Pvt Ltd as the agency to conduct the survey across all its schemes. Survey teams will visit each allotted property to verify ownership details directly from residents. To ensure transparency and prevent impersonation, LDA will issue official identity cards to all survey personnel. Residents have been advised to check these IDs before sharing any documents or information. During the verification process, residents will be required to provide key details, including mobile numbers, ownership documents, Aadhaar and valid identity proof of the owner or occupant. Officials will use this information to update and digitise records. LDA has also directed executive engineers to conduct awareness campaigns in their respective zones. Field staff and supervisors will inform residents in advance to ensure smooth execution and wider participation....