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The Lzo light rail project was heralded as a transformative urban upgrade, with an impressive investment of 18.6 billion yuan allocated for seven lines spanning 227 kilometers. Construction began in 2017 with high hopes, but nearly eight years later, only skeletal pillars remain - dubbed the "pillars of illusion" - standing as a testament to grand intentions unmet. Instead of alleviating urban congestion, these abandoned structures have worsened traffic conditions, extending commutes by 15 to 20 minutes for many residents, revealing that the project has left deep scars on the city’s landscape.