Ritu Jain

Department of Geography

National P.G. College (Autonomous)

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract–Lucknow, a rapidly expanding urban center in northern India, is experiencing accelerated spatial growth marked by unregulated urban sprawl. This expansion, driven by increasing population pressure and city boundary extension, has resulted in critical challenges for sustainable urban development. This paper presents a comprehensive investigation into the spatial dynamics of urban sprawl using remote sensing, GIS-based spatial analysis, and empirical datasets. It identifies key drivers such as land use conversion, infrastructure stress, and policy implementation gaps. The study highlights the consequences of unchecked growth, including ecological degradation, urban service strain, and socio-economic disparity. Based on these insights, the paper recommends a framework of policy-level interventions, emphasizing resilient urban planning, regulated land use, and inclusive governance. The research aims to support stakeholders in managing urban growth while preserving environmental and socio-economic integrity in Lucknow.

Keywords–Urban Sprawl, Land Use Change, Remote Sensing, GIS, Infrastructure Stress, Ecological degradation.

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