A view of the 65 feet ‘Trishul’ structure developed by VMRDA atop Kailasagiri in Visakhapatnam on Friday. | Photo credit: KR DEEPAK
Kailasagiri, one of the most famous hilltop destinations in Visakhapatnam, is set to unveil a 65-feet long Trishul structure on Saturday, adding a new spiritual and tourist attraction to the scenic spot overlooking the Bay of Bengal.
Visakhapatnam Member of Parliament M. Sribharat along with Urban Administration and Urban Development Minister Ponguru Narayana are scheduled to inaugurate the project at 8:15 am. The structure was developed by the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) at a cost of ₹ 3 crore and has been installed on several northern parts of the hill where it is visible from the northern side of the hill.
“Kailasagiri already has statues of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Since the Trishul is associated with Lord Shiva, we felt it would add to the spiritual character of the hill and also enhance its appeal as a tourist destination,” VMRDA chairman MV Pranav Gopal told The Hindu on Friday.
Spread over nearly 380 acres and located approximately 360 feet above sea level, Kailasagiri has developed into one of the city’s leading tourist attractions over the years. The hilltop park attracts visitors with its landscaped gardens, cable cars, viewpoints and iconic statues of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati that define the skyline of Visakhapatnam. In recent years, the authority has introduced other attractions, including a glass bridge, cycling and a cable car.
“As part of our efforts to further develop Kailasagiri into a tourist hub, we wanted to create a significant structure that also reflects the spiritual identity of the place,” said Mr. Pranav Gopal.
The structure was built from fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) and took approximately eight months to complete. Designed to withstand cyclonic winds and seismic activity, the illuminated installation is equipped with internal LED lighting that allows it to remain visible even from distant parts of the city after dark. According to the VMRDA, the Trishul rises 65 feet from base to tip, while the attached Damarukam measures 10 feet in height and 18 feet in width. A separate ornamental section is 25 feet high and 20 feet wide. The components were manufactured in Pune and then assembled on site. A nearly 30-foot observation deck was also developed around the structure.
Mr. Pranav Gopal noted that the proposal was initiated based on public feedback and subsequently presented to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and IT Minister Nara Lokesh, both of whom extended their support to the project.
Published – 08 May 2026 20:29 IST
