Varanasi Ropeway Project

Overview

India’s first urban ropeway project, spanning 3.75 km, connecting Varanasi Cantonment railway station to Godowlia Chowk.

Capacity

Designed to transport approximately 96,000 passengers per day, with a maximum capacity of 3,000 passengers per hour per direction.

Technology

Utilizing Swiss technology from Bartholet Maschinenbau AG, featuring 153 gondolas, each accommodating 10 passengers.

Timeline

Construction commenced in May 2023, with completion expected by May 2025.

Impact

Aims to reduce travel time between key locations from 60 minutes to approximately 17 minutes, significantly easing urban congestion.

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