Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji Ropeway Project: A Major Connectivity Boost
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji Ropeway Project: A Major Connectivity Boost |
| Project Name | Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji Ropeway |
| Approved By | Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) |
| Total Length | 12.4 km |
| Estimated Cost | ₹2,730.13 crore |
| Development Mode | DBFOT (Public-Private Partnership) |
| Technology Used | MDG (10.55 km) & 3S (1.85 km) |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,100 PPHPD, 11,000 passengers/day |
| Current Travel Challenge | 21 km steep uphill trek |
| Tourism Impact | Boosts access to Hemkund Sahib Ji & Valley of Flowers |
| Employment Opportunities | Construction, operations, hospitality, tourism |
| Environmental Benefit | Reduces reliance on ponies, lowers carbon footprint |
| Hemkund Sahib Ji Altitude | 15,000 ft in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand |
| Pilgrimage Season | May to September (5 months) |