India's First Urban Ropeway in Varanasi Nears Completion, Trial Runs Underway
Varanasi is set to launch India's first urban public transport ropeway, connecting Cantt Railway Station to Godowlia Chowk over 4.2 km. The Rs 645-807 crore project aims to reduce travel time from 45 minutes by road to about 15-16 minutes by air, easing traffic congestion. Nearly 96% of construction is complete, with trial runs underway and passenger services expected to start by December 2026. The ropeway cabins are designed to reflect local cultural elements and will serve commuters and tourists.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (62–70/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 4 Nov, 04:17 pm. Other outlets followed.