Uttarakhand Govt signs MoU with Swiss OEM Bartholet for Ropeway Development

In a landmark step towards promoting sustainable tourism and enhancing pilgrimage connectivity, the Government of Uttarakhand, under the visionary leadership of the Honourable Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami ji, the guidance of the Honourable Tourism Minister Shri Satpal Maharaj ji, and Uttrakhand tourism Development Board, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the world-renowned Swiss ropeway manufacturer, Bartholet Maschinenbau AG, for the development of a ropeway from Tapovan (Rishikesh) to Kunjapuri Temple (Narendranagar).

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This ropeway project marks a significant milestone in Uttarakhand's infrastructure and tourism development. Kunjapuri Temple is a major spiritual and tourist destination, and the ropeway will provide seamless, eco-friendly access from the bustling town of Rishikesh, thereby reducing travel time, enhancing visitor safety, and minimizing environmental impact.

The MoU with Bartholet — a leading Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) based in Switzerland and part of the HTI Group — was finalized after rigorous evaluation by a high-level committee. Bartholet will be responsible for preparing the Detailed Project Report (DPR) at its own cost, based on comprehensive techno-economic assessments, thus ensuring world-class standards in design and implementation.