The National Highway Authority of India has taken action against the construction agency, Independent Engineer and concerned officials following the issues on the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway. Immediate corrective measures have also been initiated to restore the affected stretch and strengthen quality assurance mechanisms. Till complete rectification, toll has been suspended.  No toll will be charged from commuters on this Expressway.  Recovery of the toll loss will be done from the concessionaire.

 

At present, traffic has been diverted at this spot and is plying smoothly. A slippage was observed near Km 64 of the Expressway on 26 July 2026. Acting promptly, NHAI initiated restoration works and ordered a comprehensive technical assessment of the affected location. Simultaneously, disciplinary actions have been initiated against all stakeholders found responsible for deficiencies in project execution and supervision.

 

Non-Performer notice has been issued to responsible agency and the firm will be ineligible to participate in bidding for NHAI future projects. Also, a show cause notice has been issued to the agency to levy a penalty of 2 per cent of the performance security.

 

The agency has also been directed to undertake complete rectification of the affected stretch at its own cost, estimated at approximately Rs. 3 crore uptil now, without any financial implication on NHAI.