About Hasanganj ( Hazratganj )

Hazratganj (Hindi: , Urdu: ) is a major shopping area situated in the heart of Lucknow in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. In addition to bazaars, it also contains shopping complexes, restaurants, hotels, theaters and offices.In 2010, to celebrate 200 years of Hazratganj, the then government, started a programme for the makeover of the area. The original makeover plan designed by countrys noted architect Nasir Munjee several years ago worked as the base for the final plan that entailed an expense of Rs 30 crore. Hoardings from rooftops and encroachments on the road were removed. Buildings were painted in a uniform crme and pink, same size and colour signages, stone pavements and the Victorian style balustrades, lamp posts, waste-bins, benches, an open air tiny amphitheatre and colourful fountains were constructed. The century old Fire Station was demolished to make way for the modern multi-level parking.