Lucknow: The much-vaunted ‘kaam bolta hai’ (work speaks) slogan of Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav is facing a litmus test in the battle of ballots on Sunday in the state capital, the crucible of his dream projects. Akhilesh has used the development card to the hilt during his campaign across the state, often highlighting his work in and around Lucknow, the city of Nawabs. It is but natural for him to sell his pet projects—Lucknow Metro, Gomti riverfront and Janeshwar Misra Park— to woo the electorate. He has also been highlighting the Agra-Lucknow Expressway, establishing state-of-the-art hospital in the capital and facilities to give employment to local youth. Also Read | Polling on for third phase of UP assembly electionsThe Lucknow Metro project has become a key issue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi ridiculing it for the green signal given even before it was thrown open to public.

Source: Mint February 19, 2017 05:05 UTC