NHAI Clarifies Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway Video: Slippage, Not Cave-In

A video that recently went viral on social media shows a portion of the Lucknow‑Kanpur Expressway where a section of the road appears to have slipped. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) issued a statement clarifying that the incident was a slippage and not a cave‑in. NHAI confirmed that the expressway remains safe for traffic and that no structural collapse occurred.

The expressway, which connects the cities of Lucknow and Kanpur, is managed and maintained by NHAI. The authority has investigated the incident and stated that the road’s integrity has not been compromised.

NHAI officials said they are monitoring the affected section closely and have taken measures to prevent any recurrence. The agency urged motorists to remain cautious while traveling on the stretch.

The incident has sparked widespread discussion online, with many users sharing the video before the clarification was released.