Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Kailasagiri Committee Plans Safety and Tourism Upgrades
The Kailasagiri Development Committee had their first meeting to plan big improvements for Kailasagiri, a popular place to visit in Visakhapatnam.
They want to make it safer and more fun for tourists.
They talked about building new roads, better parking, and even a big statue of a Trishul, which is like a special tool used by Lord Shiva.
They also want to add more eco-friendly transport like e-buses and a toy train.
The goal is to make Kailasagiri a top tourist spot that people from all over the world will love visiting.
The Kailasagiri Development Committee conducted its first field-level inspection to upgrade Kailasagiri into a globally competitive tourism destination.
A 30-year master development plan focusing on safety, sustainability, and systematic growth will be prepared.
The committee proposed constructing a 55-foot Trishul statue inspired by Lord Shiva’s iconography at an estimated cost of ₹1.5 crore.
Key discussions centered on tourist safety, infrastructure improvements, and environmental sustainability.
Proposals include new roads, expanded parking, eco-friendly transport, and additional tourist attractions.
- Who
- Kailasagiri Development Committee, VMRDA commissioner, Visakhapatnam East MLA, VMRDA chairman, senior officials
- What
- Field-level inspection and long-term plan for Kailasagiri upgrades
- When
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Kailasagiri, Visakhapatnam
- Why
- To upgrade Kailasagiri into a globally competitive tourism destination with a focus on safety, sustainability, and cultural enhancement
- Committee
- Kailasagiri Development Committee
- Chairperson
- VMRDA commissioner
- Proposed Structure
- 55-foot Trishul
- Estimated Cost
- ₹1.5 crore
- Key Focus Areas
- Safety, sustainability, infrastructure, cultural enhancement
- Attendees
- Visakhapatnam East MLA, VMRDA chairman, senior officials