Bengaluru’s 250-Metre Sky Deck Project May Face Location Change Again
The proposed 250-metre high sky deck in Bengaluru, a landmark project expected to redefine the city’s skyline, is facing yet another potential relocation. The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), which had earlier finalised Hemmigepura as the site for the iconic structure, may now have to identify a new location due to ongoing land-related issues.
In July, BBMP selected a 25-acre plot at Hemmigepura, owned by Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises (NICE), as the ideal site for the ambitious project. However, the civic body proposed acquiring the land through a barter system with NICE, offering another government-owned land parcel in exchange. This plan has encountered legal and procedural obstacles, with the Karnataka government yet to approve the transaction.
Chief Civic Commissioner Tushar Giri Nath confirmed the uncertainty, stating that the government’s nod for the Hemmigepura site is still pending. While the BBMP remains optimistic about the suitability of this 25-acre parcel, they acknowledge that legal hurdles might compel them to consider alternative sites.
If a new location is selected, it will mark the third time the sky deck’s proposed site has been changed. Initially, a 10-acre plot within the New Government Electric Factory (NGEF) premises was considered. Later, land within the Karnataka Soaps and Detergent Limited (KSDL) premises emerged as another possibility. However, both options were discarded after concerns from the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) about security risks associated with constructing a 250-metre tall structure near their zones.
The sky deck project has sparked widespread interest among Bengaluru’s residents, who were invited earlier this month to share objections or suggestions regarding the Hemmigepura site. While many supported the idea of a landmark attraction, concerns remain about delays and the possibility of another relocation, which could push the project timeline further.
The BBMP is under pressure to resolve the issue promptly, as the sky deck is poised to become a major tourist and cultural attraction, boosting the city’s global appeal. Despite the challenges, the civic body continues to explore all options to bring this ambitious vision to life, ensuring it aligns with both regulatory requirements and public interest.
