Gulmarg Gondola cable car project in J&K sets new record with earnings of Rs 110 cr in FY 2023-24

Srinagar, April 3 (IANS) Breaking all previous records, the Gulmarg ski resort Gondola cable car project has earned a revenue of Rs 110 crore in FY 2023-2024 ferrying over a million tourists and locals. The project has become a symbol for adventure lovers and a major tourist attraction in the region.

The J&K tourism department announced on its official X-post handle, “Gulmarg Gondola soars to new heights! For the first time ever more than 1 million tourists took the Gulmarg Gondola Cable Car Ride in FY 2023-24. Revenue crosses more than 110 Crores. J&K Tourism sees unprecedented growth which continues to surpass all previous figures.”

The Gulmarg Cable Car project consists of two phases – one from Gulmarg resort to Kongdori and the second from Kongdori to Afarwat Peak. The first phase reaches an altitude of 8,694 feet, while the second ascends to the towering Afarwat peak at 13,058 feet. The project boasts 108 cabins and 18 towers designed to the highest safety standards.

With over a million tourists experiencing the Gondola cable car ride, the revenue generated by the project has set a new benchmark. The project’s popularity among adventure enthusiasts and the breathtaking views it offers have contributed to its success. The Jammu and Kashmir tourism department is thrilled with the project’s performance and the positive impact it has had on tourism in the region.