By Akanksha
March 29, 2026
The place is set to get a new attraction as the much-anticipated Bajrang Setu bridge nears completion.
Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh boasts several spiritual, adventure, and nature-based attractions.
The bridge, touted as India’s first glass-floor suspension bridge over the Ganga, is 132 meters long and 8 meters wide.
The Bajrang Setu features 1.5-meter-wide glass walkways for pedestrians and a 5-meter-wide steel deck for bicycles.
The clear glass panels, 66 mm thick, allow visitors to walk on transparent glass panels with uninterrupted views of the Ganga.
The structure will also improve connectivity between the Rishikesh–Badrinath highway and the Yamkeshwar region.
Located near the iconic Laxman Jhula, Bajrang Setu is a modern engineering upgrade and a tourism landmark.
Built at an estimated cost of around Rs 60-70 crore, the suspension bridge has been designed to comply with earthquake-resistant specifications.
The Bajrang Setu is currently in its final stages, with technical testing underway before it opens to the public.
Premium materials and contemporary suspension technology in the bridge guarantee lasting durability and reduced upkeep.