Jammu, Jan. 29 -- To bring an end to the stalemate over proposed ropeway project between Tarakote Marg and Sanjichhat, the high-level panel constituted by the lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha held its fourth meeting with the representatives from various associations and groups, including the rural development forum, senior citizens welfare forum and prominent members of panchayats surrounding Katra on Tuesday.

Sinha is the chairman of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB).

Board's proposed ropeway project, at a cost of Rs.250 crore, has run into rough weather as residents of Katra, including pithuwallas, pony-wallas and palanquin owners, besides shopkeepers are opposing it due to the fear that the ropeway project would render them...