The foundation of the Kanpur Metro Rail will be laid on October 4, 2016, said the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Akhilesh Yadav during conference at his official residence. During the meeting, the Chief Minister also said that various projects like the Agra-Lucknow Expressway, Lucknow Metro have strengthened and developed the infrastructure in the state. The Chief Minister was briefing media about the development work done by the State Government