Source: ET
Context: The government has announced plans to develop over 250 projects in the next five years under the Parvatmala Pariyojana.
About National Ropeways Development Programme – “Parvatmala”
| Topic | Description |
| Announced in | Budget (2022-23) |
| Objective | Development of ropeway and alternative mobility solutions technology. To improve connectivity and convenience for commuters, besides promoting tourism esp. in Hilly areas) |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) |
| Mode | PPP (Public Private Partnership) mode |
| Regions | Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Manipur, Jammu & Kashmir and other North Eastern states |
| Benefits of Ropeway | Economical mode of transportation, faster mode of transportation, environmentally friendly, last mile connectivity, Ideal for difficult/challenging/sensitive terrain |
