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Big Boost For Connectivity And Tourism: Jammu Ropeway To Be Opened For Public Before July End
Swarajya Staff
Jul 14, 2019, 09:54 AM | Updated 09:54 AM IST
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In a big boost for the tourism and connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir, the much-awaited Jammu ropeway will be opened for the common public usage by the end of July 2019, reports Asian News International (ANI).
Considered to be a dream project for the people of the region, the Jammu ropeway will start from Bahu Fort, will go up till Peer Kho via the Maha Maya temple. The ropeway would also provide a scintillating view of the beautiful nature in the region to thousands of tourists and pilgrims who visit Vaishno Devi, Raghunath Temple and Bahu Fort.
The Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) Mayor Chander Mohan Gupta said that, "The final trial is done, with the grace of Goddess, we will open the ropeway for the public by the end of this month. It will boost tourism in the area."
The project is believed to expand the business opportunities and employment in the area. "The nearby attractions will also become famous as visitors will get a chance to visit there easily," said a local resident.
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