The history of the founding of Lucknow, the capital and political center of Uttar Pradesh, is a history in itself that has become increasingly distant from the common people, but it is as attractive as it’s mythological importance.

According to ancient Indian history, the origin of Lucknow is linked to the mythological era of the Suryavanshi dynasty. It is believed that Lord Sri Ramchandra, the revered hero and embodiment of righteousness and morality in the epic Ramayana, following the conquest and return from Lanka appointed his beloved younger brother Lord Lakshman to govern the present-day city of Lucknow. Immersed in devotion to his elder brother, Lord Lakshman laid the foundation of the city of Lucknow, obediently following his instructions. Based on beliefs, he chose a place near the banks of the mythical Gomti River and established this city, which was then known as Lakshmanpur. Later, Lakshmanpur became popularly known as Lucknow in common parlance. In fact, the city of Lucknow is an unparalleled gift given by Lord Sri Ram’s younger brother, Lord Lakshman to the psyche of the people. However, it is unfortunate that Lord Lakshman has been distanced from Lucknow. The goal of our institution is to restore Lucknow to its old glorious identity.

Transformed from Lakshmanpur, the present name of this city came into existence in the eleventh century, but it is unfortunate that the world is completely unaware of the rich cultural and religious history of this city.

Today, the identity of Lucknow is only associated with the Mughal-era monuments and places built by the British. It is our moral duty to re-establish the true identity of Lucknow. It is necessary that today’s youth are not deprived of the cultural heritage and mythological significance ofLucknow, and this can be made possible only when Lord Lakshman’s statue is installed as a symbol of past glory of this city.