Aliganj’s rise as Lucknow’s coaching capital has intensified academic competition, bringing student stress, anxiety, and mental health into sharper focus. 

Every afternoon around 2:00 PM, the streets of Aliganj and Kapoorthala witness a familiar scene. Thousands of students emerge from coaching institutes, carrying heavy backpacks filled with study material as they head back to their PG accommodations. Over the past decade, these neighbourhoods have evolved into Lucknow’s premier coaching hubs, attracting aspirants from across Uttar Pradesh preparing for competitive examinations such as JEE, NEET, CUET, and other entrance tests.

The rapid growth of the coaching industry has transformed residential areas into bustling student colonies. To meet the increasing demand for accommodation, many homes have been converted into PGs offering compact rooms with basic amenities. While these spaces provide convenience and affordability, students often find themselves living away from their families in small, shared environments, making it difficult to maintain a healthy work-life balance.