JANESHWAR MISHRA PARK, LUCKNOW

Janeshwar Mishra Park is an urban park located in Gomti Nagar. It was made in memory of late politician Janeshwar Mishra. This Park is an eco-friendly place situated in the heart of the city. It was designed and conceptualized as a multifunctional environment and also recreational greenery. The park was inaugurated for the general public of the city on 5 August 2014. It is one of the largest parks in Asia. The park is open from Sunrise to Sunset on all days.
The chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh Yadav (session 2012-2017) laid the foundation stone of the park on 6 August 2012. The park was a dream project of SP chief Mulayam Singh Yadav who had asked his son and UP CM Akhilesh Yadav to dedicate a park in the name of Janeshwar Mishra. It was developed with a cost of 168 crores($276,026.668). The park was modeled with Hyde Park in London as an inspiration.

The site measures around 376 acres and is located in Gomti Nagar extension, Part-1. It lies between Lucknow and Faizabad Northern Railway line in the north-eastern side and rich fertile plains of River Gomti on the southern side. The site for the park is bordered by river Gomti and a bund road on the other side. Owing to its location, the site will serve as a recreation area and a green lung to the local population likely to move in the LDA housing. 

Attraction

• Two large water bodies on the site have been developed with a view to harness migratory birds and provide a haven for birds in winter and summer months through the creation of lagoons and marshy lands
• A series of jogging, cycling, and walkways are built in the park. The total length of such track/s is 5.28 km., 8.85 km. and 10.5 km. respectively. The system of jogging tracks, cycling tracks, and pedestrian paths have been identified in the ratio of 2:3:4. These facilities are barrier-free for disabled and old aged members of the society. Proposed ornamental bridge Walkways
• The park is designed with exclusive and extensive cycle tracks that provides an excellent visual and cycling delight to the visitors. The total length of the proposed cycle track is 5.28 km that is deemed sufficient for the site. 
• The series of connected and inter-connected Jogging tracks are built for the park. The total length for such tracks is 8.85 km and width is 3.0 m. It is expected that a huge rush using this facility in the morning hours Some professional athletes may also use this facility for training purposes.

• The signage includes directional and warning signs in order to orient and directs the visitors to their desired section of the park. The signage is placed at strategic and important decision points so as to enable visitors to make informed choices. The size, color, shape, texture etc. are in accordance with the theme of the park and supplement the ambiance offered by the space. The public amenities include public toilets, eateries, souvenir shops, food plaza, restaurants etc. The peak load on a general weekend is expected to be nearly 10,000 visitors and thus appropriate facilities have been provided. The entry plaza incorporates a small administration building with utilities and facilities such as ticket counter, inquiry counter etc. with somber materials and pastel shades of color depicting harmonizing social values. A statue of Mr. Janeshwar Mishra is installed at an important location within the park. The statue was 25 feet tall. It has been placed in a high location so as to make it visible from all corners of the park.