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India’s Longest Glass Skywalk Bridge Is Opening For Travellers In Vishakhapatnam But Here’s Why Anand Mahindra Said He’ll ‘Skip It’ | Travel
India’s Longest Glass Skywalk Bridge Is Opening For Travellers In Vishakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam, or Vizag as it’s fondly called, is about to add a new crown jewel to its coastal charm: India’s longest glass skywalk bridge. Perched high on the Kailasagiri Hills, the bridge will soon open to travellers, offering uninterrupted views of the Bay of Bengal, the Eastern Ghats, and Vizag’s skyline.
Even before its official inauguration, the glass bridge has already sparked national buzz, thanks to industrialist Anand Mahindra, who called it “absolutely stunning” on X (formerly Twitter). Yet, in the same breath, he admitted he’ll “skip it,” confessing with good humour that heights and he “have a complicated relationship.”
A Skywalk With A View
The Kailasagiri glass skywalk stretches 55 metres from the hills, placing visitors 862 feet above the ground and 1,000 feet above sea level. Located near the Titanic viewpoint, the bridge promises a heart-racing but breathtaking perspective of Visakhapatnam’s coastline and green hills. While China’s Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge still holds the global record at 430 metres long and 300 metres high, Vizag’s version is not far behind-with a dramatic vertical drop of 262 metres.
Far from being just a photo-op, the skywalk is an engineering feat. Constructed with German-made tempered laminated glass, three 40 mm-thick layers rest on 40 tonnes of steel. It can handle winds up to 250 kmph and hold a load of 500 kg per square metre.
Safety protocols are strict: only 40 visitors will be allowed at a time, with each group spending 5–10 minutes on the deck. Entry fees are expected to range between ₹250 and ₹300—keeping it accessible for both Indian travellers and international tourists.
The Team Behind The Bridge
This ambitious project is a collaboration between SSM Shipping & Logistics (Vizag), Bharat Mata Ventures (Kerala), the team behind the Vagamon Glass Bridge, and the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA). With its 55-metre span, it surpasses Vagamon’s 38-metre structure, officially becoming India’s longest glass skywalk bridge.
What Travellers Can Expect
- 360° Views: The Bay of Bengal’s waves on one side, Vizag’s bustling cityscape and the Eastern Ghats on the other.
- Thrill & Calm: A mix of adrenaline-pumping steps and moments of quiet reflection above the sea.
- Photography Haven: A dream spot for photographers and Instagram travellers.
- Night Glow: The bridge will soon be lit up with Tricolour-themed illumination, turning it into a spectacle after sunset.
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Delhi Metro QR Tickets Are Now Available On ixigo Via ONDC; Seamless Booking Experience Ahead
One of India’s leading travel platforms, ixigo Trains, is making travel easy for Delhiites. The company has partnered with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to launch Delhi Metro ticketing on the ixigo Trains app. With this new feature, passengers can book QR-based metro tickets directly through the app and make payments in-app. Scroll down for more details.
ixigo Trains Launches Delhi Metro QR Tickets
ixigo Trains has launches Delhi Metro ticketing services on its platform. With this launch, the app will become a one-stop solution to book trains, buses, flights, hotels, and metro. First-time users booking Delhi Metro tickets on the ixigo Trains app between 9-11 AM will receive 100% cashback up to ₹50 in ixigo money. On this, Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director of DMRC, said that they aim to make travel convenient. The new launch will offer flexibility and encourage digital ticketing.
Mr. Dinesh Kumar Kotha, CEO of ixigo Trains & Confirmtkt, added, “Our aim at ixigo is to be the most customer-friendly travel platform. Millions of Indians already use ixigo for trains, buses, and flights. By adding Delhi Metro ticketing, commuters can enjoy a seamless last-mile travel experience, save time, avoid queues, and plan complete journeys on a single app. This partnership with DMRC and ONDC supports our vision of a connected travel ecosystem, encouraging digital-first commuting habits.”
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Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Network
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) operates on nearly 400 km of network. It is India’s largest and busiest metro system. In August 2025, it recorded its highest-ever single-day ridership of over 81 lakh journeys. The new ticketing feature on the ixigo app is part of efforts to strengthen the travel ecosystem and make daily commuting easier.
Since 2013, ixigo Trains has introduced various features for train travellers, including Travel Guarantee for waitlisted tickets, real-time train status with delay updates, predictions for waitlist, and more. It would be interesting to see how Delhi commuters will use this new feature for booking metro tickets.
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First Published: September 12, 2025 5:41 PM
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