Lucknow to Host India’s Largest Amusement Park, Combining Thrills with Shopping

Lucknow is poised to become one of India’s major tourism hubs with a proposal to develop the country’s largest amusement park on 795 acres of land. The plan, outlined in the LDA’s Master City Plan, envisions a sprawling complex featuring high‑speed rides, a roller‑coaster, a water park, an artificial snow world, a resort, a shopping plaza and a concert arena. A 3‑D model and layout were presented to the LDA Vice‑President by a Kerala‑based firm that has previously built world‑class parks in Kochi and Bangalore.

The proposal will be tabled at the LDA Board meeting on 2 November. If the board grants theoretical approval, a Detailed Project Report (DPR) will be prepared and a global tender process will commence. The exact timeline for construction and opening remains undetermined.

The proposed park would be roughly 2.4 times larger than Imagic Theme Park near Khopoli, which currently holds the title of India’s biggest park. The project is slated to follow a Public‑Private Partnership (PPP) model: the LDA would provide the land, while a private company would invest, build and operate the park. Estimated costs range between ₹1,500 and ₹2,000 crore.

The land earmarked for the park lies within a green belt, raising planning questions. The LDA argues that the development would promote recreation and greenery rather than residential use. According to LDA official V.C. Prithesh Kumar, about 40 % of the park will be dedicated to green spaces, theme gardens and water bodies.

The park will be divided into three zones:

1. Theme Amusement Zone – India’s tallest roller‑coaster, a reverse‑looping coaster, a joint‑well, a 100‑foot drop tower and virtual‑reality shows.
2. Water and Snow World – A wave pool, 15 water slides, a lazy river, a rain disco and an artificial‑snow park for year‑round fun.
3. Resort and Entertainment City – A five‑star resort, food court, shopping plaza, multiplex, children’s play area and a concert arena with a 5,000‑person capacity.

The project promises to offer visitors accommodation, entertainment and shopping all within a single precinct, potentially boosting Lucknow’s tourism economy.