Lucknow is a metropolis located in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It serves as the capital city and the administrative headquarters for both the district and division that share its name. According to the 2011 census, the city had a population of 2.8 million people, ranking it as the eleventh most populous city and the twelfth-most populous urban agglomeration in India.
The city is an important hub for various industries and sectors, including education, commerce, aerospace, finance, pharmaceuticals, information technology, design, culture, tourism, music, and poetry. Additionally, Lucknow forms a key part of the Uttar Pradesh Heritage Arc along with the cities of Agra and Varanasi.