The Kamakhya ropeway project represents a landmark intervention in pilgrimage infrastructure in Assam, blending modern mobility with spiritual heritage. Built at a cost of ₹213.24 crore, the 1.43-km ropeway connects Kamakhya Railway Station with the Maa Kamakhya Temple atop Nilachal Hill, significantly improving last-mile connectivity for pilgrims.
The 1.43-kilometre-long modern ropeway will connect Kamakhya Railway Station with the revered hilltop shrine, dramatically cutting travel time from 20 minutes to just six minutes. The project is designed to handle more than 16,500 passengers through 18 state-of-the-art gondolas, ensuring smoother and safer movement for devotees and tourists alike.
Key Aspects of the Kamakhya Ropeway Project:
- The project aims to reduce travel time from 20 minutes to just 6 minutes, enhancing connectivity for 16,500+ passengers daily using 18 modern gondolas.
- The project is dedicated to preserving the spiritual heritage of one of India’s 51 Shakti Peethas while offering a sustainable, eco-friendly, and efficient transport option to ease traffic on the Nilachal Hills road.
- It aims to enhance local tourism, generate job opportunities, and is part of the Central Government’s Parvatmala Pariyojana initiative
- The project is expected to be completed by mid-2026.
