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NHAI Orders Probe into Fresh Surface Damage on Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 03 Aug 2026, 04:37 PM
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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has ordered an investigation after fresh surface damage was reported on the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced that it will conduct a probe into the recent surface damage found on the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway. The damage, which was reported by local authorities, involves cracks and uneven patches that could pose a risk to motorists.
NHAI officials said the investigation will focus on identifying the cause of the deterioration and determining whether maintenance protocols have been followed. The agency also stated that it will review the construction quality and the materials used in the affected sections.
The expressway, a key link between the capitals of Uttar Pradesh, has seen heavy traffic in recent months. NHAI has urged commuters to exercise caution while traveling on the route until the probe concludes.
The probe is expected to be completed within the next few weeks, after which NHAI will release a report detailing its findings and recommended remedial actions.
NHAI officials said the investigation will focus on identifying the cause of the deterioration and determining whether maintenance protocols have been followed. The agency also stated that it will review the construction quality and the materials used in the affected sections.
The expressway, a key link between the capitals of Uttar Pradesh, has seen heavy traffic in recent months. NHAI has urged commuters to exercise caution while traveling on the route until the probe concludes.
The probe is expected to be completed within the next few weeks, after which NHAI will release a report detailing its findings and recommended remedial actions.