The Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority has fast-tracked a proposal for a new 1-kilometre ghat road to Kailasagiri, aiming to ease weekend congestion and improve emergency vehicle access to the popular hilltop park.

  • VMRDA is fast-tracking a 1 km ghat road to Kailasagiri.
  • Goal is to reduce traffic congestion and improve emergency vehicle movement.
  • The project includes three dedicated parking zones along the route.

Visakhapatnam’s famed Kailasagiri hilltop park, known for its panoramic Bay of Bengal views and a towering 40‑foot Shiva‑Parvati statue, regularly experiences heavy traffic congestion on weekends, hindering both tourists and emergency services. To address this, the VMRDA has proposed a new 1‑kilometre ghat road, estimated to cost around ₹3 crores.

Commissioner Ketan Garg, leading the initiative, stated, “We can no longer afford to choke our prime tourist destination with a single‑lane road. We inspected the site and reviewed the proposal for the second alternative road.” He emphasized the need for immediate infrastructural expansion due to the growing visitor numbers, especially after the addition of attractions such as the cantilever glass bridge.

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Alongside the new road, three dedicated parking zones have been mapped out from the base of the existing ghat road to the Telugu Museum, aiming to reduce parking-related congestion and improve overall traffic flow.

Political pressure and frequent commuter complaints have accelerated the project’s timeline, according to VMRDA officials. “The new attractions draw large crowds, calling for immediate additional infrastructure expansion,” Garg said.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the new ghat road will not only enhance visitor experience but also positively impact the local economy by boosting tourism revenue and improving emergency response times.

“The new road is expected to reduce traffic by up to 40%, significantly improving emergency vehicle response times.”
Did You Know?: Kailasagiri park houses a 40‑foot Shiva‑Parvati statue, one of the tallest in India.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When is the new ghat road expected to be completed?
A1: Completion is anticipated by 2027.

Q2: Will the existing ghat road remain operational?
A2: Yes, the existing road will continue to operate.