India, Dec. 12 -- Look into seismic, forest right issues: NGT on Bijli Mahadev ropeway project

Himachal Pradesh assured the National Green Tribunal (NGT) December 9, 2025 that the issues raised in the feasibility report with respect to the construction of 2.4 kilometres long ropeway project at Bijli Mahadev, Kharal valley, Himachal Pradesh would be looked into and properly responded to.

Counsel for the applicant has submitted that some issues require consideration ,mainly taking into consideration the feasibility report that contained the details of natural occurrences.

The report stated that the project is situated in a seismic zone-V area. Special attention should be given to the structural design of foundation, and other elements su...