Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!đ Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. JAMMU: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Raman Suri on Saturday said that the construction of ropeway projects at major tourist and religious destinations in Jammu Kashmir will prove to be a game-changer, not only for the development of these sites but also for making pilgrimages safer, smoother, and more accessible for devotees from across the country.
Raman Suri said that preparations are underway to construct an ambitious ropeway connecting the historic Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar with the holy shrine of Baba Amarnath which once completed will prove to be a boon for pilgrims as well as tourists. He said that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has already invited technical bids for the project and that detailed project reports (DPRs) for all proposed ropeway initiatives have been prepared, reflecting the seriousness and commitment of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government towards timely execution.
Highlighting the success of existing ropeway projects, the BJP leader said that wherever ropeways have been commissioned, there has been a noticeable and manifold increase in the number of pilgrims and tourists. He cited the example of the ropeway connecting Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan to Bhairon Baba Temple, which has significantly enhanced footfall and eased the journey for lakhs of devotees.
Raman Suri said that more than one crore pilgrims visit various religious sites in Jammu Kashmir every year, but in many areas, devotees hesitate to undertake the journey due to difficult terrain and strenuous routes. âThe Baba Amarnath Yatra, in particular, is one of the most challenging pilgrimages. The rugged mountains, harsh weather conditions, and physical strain often discourage elderly devotees and those with health issues,â he said.
He added that the proposed ropeway from Baltal to the Amarnath cave shrine will greatly reduce these hardships. âA ropeway will make the yatra safer and more comfortable, especially for pilgrims who find it difficult to trek long distances. It will also help reduce unfortunate incidents, including deaths due to exhaustion or heart attacks during the arduous journey,â Suri emphasized.
The senior BJP leader said that such infrastructure projects will send a strong and positive message across the country, showcasing Jammu Kashmir as a pilgrim-friendly and tourist-friendly destination. He said that improved connectivity and ease of access will further boost passenger traffic, strengthen religious tourism, and generate employment opportunities for local youth.
Raman Suri appreciated the role of the National Highways Authority of India, expressing confidence that the authority is committed to completing these ropeway projects within the stipulated timelines. He stressed that while efforts to promote tourism and pilgrimage are highly commendable, it is equally important to ensure that ropeways and other developmental projects are completed on time to deliver maximum benefits to pilgrims, tourists, and the local population.
He reaffirmed that under the leadership of the BJP, infrastructure development aimed at public convenience, safety, and economic growth in India will continue to remain a top priority for Jammu Kashmir as well and ensure socio-economic prosperity of people of all regions in this Union Territory.
