Katra to Vaishno Devi Ropeway – 6 Hours Journey reduce to 6 Minutes.

The new ropeway project will take pilgrims to the Vaishno Devi temple in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It will now take just six minutes to travel the 12 kilometers (around 3–4 hours) from the base camp to the temple.

The project, a partnership between the state government and a company, will have a maximum hourly capacity of 5,000 passengers.

Each of the 25 cabins in the ropeway system will carry 16 passengers and have a maximum speed of 7 meters per second. The system is built to function even in unfavorable weather, like strong winds and snowfall.

The initiative is expected to increase tourism sector and facilitate for those with physical issues when it relates to traveling to the temple.

Hindu pilgrims frequently travel to the Vaishno Devi temple, which receives about 10 million visits annually. One of the most sacred sites in Hinduism, the temple is situated in the Trikuta Mountains.

In general, the new Vaishno Devi ropeway project is expected to transform access to the shrine and increase visitor numbers. By increasing tourists to the area, it will also provide the local economy a considerable boost. The project serves as an excellent example of how public-private partnerships may be used to construct infrastructure and boost economic growth.

It is estimated that the project will be finished in 3 years. Interestingly, a ropeway from the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Trikuta Hills to the Bhairon Temple situated on another hilltop was opened two years ago.

The Vaishno Devi Ropeway Project’s Importance

(1) Saving time

Now, pilgrims must walk 12 km to reach Bhawan; however, the ropeway will complete the same distance in just 6 minutes.

(2) Tourist attraction

The ability to gain a stunning view of the area from the ropeway will prove to be a major draw for tourists.

(3) Increasing tourism

The ropeway project will be finished, which will result in more tourists visiting the area. The visitor would be able to enjoy the beautiful gondola ride.

(4) Help To Readuce Pollution

Due to fewer junk and waste, there would be less pollution during the journey.

5) Help decrease the Crowding

People will spend less time at Bhawan as a result of the introduction of the ropeway service, decreasing the likelihood of any unpleasant accidents.

(6) VIP visitors

At the moment, a Vaishno Devi helicopter service is used to handle VIP movements. Ropeways can be used to continue the VIP movement if services are unavailable.

Terminal points between Vaishno Devi Ropeway Point:-

Lower Terminal Point at Base camp Katra

The ropeway’s lower terminal point, or LTP, serves as its beginning point. It is situated near Tarakote about 300 metres from Darshan Deodi.

Upper terminal point at SanjiChhat

SanjiChhat is close to the Upper Terminal Point, or UTP. The site offers pilgrims essential amenities including medical care, water, rest areas, bathrooms, etc.

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