Himachal Pradesh government is taking big leap towards eco-friendly tourism and smart mobility by launching 23 ropeway projects across the state. These projects aim to ease traffic congestion in hill towns while offering a unique and scenic travel experience for tourists. This initiatives of Himachal Pradesh Ropeway Development will increase the tourism in the Himachal Pradesh and will also increase the employment opportunity in the state.
Why Ropeways in Himachal Pradesh?
- Provide quick access to hard-to-reach areas
- Eco-friendly & low carbon emissions
- Boost tourism to religious and adventure spots
- Reduce vehicle congestion in the places like Shimla and Manali
- More efficient: Saves more time, especially during the peak tourist seasons.
Himachal Pradesh Ropeway Development Projects Underway:
Baglamukhi and Palchan-Rohtang Pass Ropeways
- Total Investment: ₹388.65 crore.
- Current Status: Construction in Progress.
- Significance: Connects the key spiritual and major tourist destination with the ropeways to make it more accessible.
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Upcoming Himachal Pradesh Ropeway Development program in the Pipeline:
| Project Location | Length (km) | Estimated Cost (INR) | Status |
| Bir-Billing (Kangra) | 3.5 | ₹156 Cr | Bids invited |
| Bhatarka–Thathri (Kangra) | 13.05 | ₹585.27 Cr | Proposed under Parvatmala |
| Adi Himani Chamunda (Dharamshala) | 6.5 | ₹289 Cr | Concept plan ready |
| Shimla Phase-I | 22 | ₹1,200 Cr | RFP issued |
| Narkanda–Hatu Peak | 3.1 | ₹172 Cr | Bids finalized |
| Killar via Sach Pass (Chamba) | 21.8 (8 stages) | TBD | Bids opened |
Promoting the Religious Tourism through ropeways:
The state also aims to boost religious tourism through a dedicated ropeway project. This help the tourists to reach the temple enjoying the scenic views. One such example of this initiative is Mata Baglamukhi Temple Ropeway: Starting from the Chandigarh-Manali Highway near the Pandoh Water reservoir to temple.
Additional Expression of interest have been initiated for:
Shirgul Mahadev Temple Ropeways (Sirmaur)
Jabli- Kasauli Tramway (Solan)
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Pundrik Rishi Temple Ropeway (Mandi)
Smart Mobility Vision:
The state has Hired a consultancy firm to identify and prepare the techno-commercial feasibility reports for an overhead mass rapid transit system, excluding Manali, Dharamshala, Shimla (which are under planning). These initiatives aims to bring the modern, clean transport options to other towns and tourist zones.
The Himachal Pradesh Ropeway Development Program is a landmark initiatives aimed at building sustainable, high-impact transport solutions. With the schemes like Parvatmala, the state is setting a precedent for future-ready infrastructure in the hilly region. Promoting the Himachal Pradesh Tourism.
