Kullu bus stand to Peej paragliding point ropeway gets approval

The government has approved the construction of an aerial ropeway from the Kullu bus stand to the Peej paragliding point at a cost of Rs 80 crore.

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A government spokesperson said here today that the 1.20-km ropeway would provide a safe and convenient transport option for tourists, improving accessibility to Peej village located 12 km from Kullu by road.

Peej serves as the gateway to the picturesque Lug Valley and this initiative was expected to boost tourism activities, thereby strengthening the local economy, and creating new opportunities for adventure enthusiasts, he added.

He said that once complete, the ropeway would offer an easy access to the Peej paragliding point for paragliders. “This project is part of the government’s broader efforts to promote adventure tourism, religious tourism and water sports tourism, recognising the tourism sector as a key pillar of the state’s economy,” he added.

He said that the state government was also taking pro-active measures to promote eco-tourism. He emphasised the government’s unwavering commitment to developing a robust tourism infrastructure to ensure that every opportunity in the sector was fully utilised.

The spokesperson highlighted the proactive initiatives of the government, which had led to a significant rise in tourist footfall, giving a boost to Himachal Pradesh’s economy. With visitors arriving in large numbers, tourism in Himachal was thriving like never before, he added.