Srinagar, Jan. 30 -- The Central government has announced plans to establish ropeway connectivity at 18 major religious and tourist destinations across India, including a ropeway connecting Baltal to the Amarnath shrine in Jammu and Kashmir.

A local news agency reported that the government is seeking proposals from consultants to prepare detailed project reports (DPRs) for these developments. The proposed 11.6-kilometre ropeway will link Baltal with the Amarnath shrine.

The initiative, as per the government, aims to improve accessibility and provide a convenient travel option for visitors to these sites.

Currently, pilgrims undertake a lengthy trek from Baltal or Pahalgam or rely on helicopter rides, which may not always be available....