Bengaluru’s Bannerghatta Biological Park to soon get 25-meter-high public observation tower
The Hindu
A new 25-meter observation tower in Bannerghatta Biological Park will enhance wildlife viewing and promote sustainable tourism in Bengaluru.
A 25-meter-high public observation tower will come up at Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) by the end of the year, for which construction is expected to begin next month.
In this regard, the Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies (RNPF) on Tuesday (March 24, 2026) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with BBP to support the development of a tower, committing a grant of ₹5 crore.
The proposed tower will offer panoramic views of the forested valley of Bannerghatta National Park (BNP) and the Bengaluru skyline enabling safe and regulated wildlife observation.
Designed to accommodate 50 visitors at a time, the structure will integrate sustainability features such as solar energy systems and rainwater harvesting.
A.V. Surya Sen, executive director, BBP, said this partnership marks a significant step in strengthening their commitment to conservation, education, and sustainable tourism. “The proposed tower will not only enhance visitor experience through immersive nature-based learning but also stand as a symbol of our dedication to environmentally responsible infrastructure,” he said.
An artist’s image of the tower that will come up at Mirza hill, which is inside the Bannerghatta zoo. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement
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