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Vizag’s 55-Metre Kailasagiri Glass Skywalk Set to Open, Touted as India’s Longest

The project advances city tourism with published specifications ahead of the launch.

Overview

  • The cantilevered walkway extends 55 metres from Kailasagiri, surpassing Kerala’s 38‑metre Vagamon bridge for the national mark.
  • The deck rises about 862 feet above ground with a 262‑metre vertical drop, offering vistas over the Bay of Bengal and the Eastern Ghats near the Titanic viewpoint.
  • Construction features triple 40 mm German tempered laminated glass supported by 40 tonnes of steel, with design ratings of 500 kg per sq m and wind resistance up to 250 kmph.
  • Visitor plans cap access at 40 people per slot with 5–10 minute stays, with entry expected to cost ₹250–₹300.
  • The VMRDA-led public–private build with SSM Shipping & Logistics and Bharat Mata Ventures has drawn fresh attention after Anand Mahindra’s post, with tricolour lighting planned after sunset.