With the conclusion of their five-year tenure on Tuesday, Uttar Pradesh's gram panchayat pradhans step aside to make way for 57,694 administrators. This temporary setup guarantees that village governance continues seamlessly as the region preps for the 2026 electoral race.
Situated on the banks of Gomti, Lucknow, the capital of UP, is known for its multicultural aura. Famous for its history, heritage, cuisine and Chikan art, it's India's 14th-most populous city.
Lucknow city has many fascinating heritage sites that include beautiful Mughal-era monuments, palaces, parks, some of the oldest markets and British-era residencies.
Lucknow offers a wide array of dishes. Famous for its street foods, even tourists eat like a local here. Don't forget to taste Awadhi dishes & Bilai ki Gilori.
Lucknow's Malihabad, the land of Dussehri mangoes, is often called the 'mango capital' of India. These orchards have some of the oldest mango trees.