By Enersider Desk | New Delhi
SYSTRA India, a subsidiary of SYSTRA Group, has officially signed an agreement with the Uttarakhand Metro Rail Urban Infrastructure & Building Construction Corporation Limited (UKMRCL) to serve as the technical consultant to prepare the Feasibility Report (FR) for the development of a comprehensive ropeway system across Nainital district, Uttarakhand, an official statement said.
Under this partnership, SYSTRA will prepare the FR for new ropeway corridors, leveraging its global expertise in complex mobility systems to design modern, safe, and sustainable mobility solutions specifically engineered for the terrain of the Kumaon region.
The proposed 21-km ropeway network will connect key destinations in Nainital, which is situated at approximately 2,000 metres above sea level, through four strategic tentative routes covering Rani Bagh, Bhimtal, Bhowali, Nainital and Kanchi Dham.
These corridors are designed to enhance mobility for tourists, residents, and pilgrims while addressing the region’s pressing transportation challenges.
According to the statement, the ropeway corridors are expected to bring a range of benefits to the region including a boost in tourism.
Moreover this development is further expected to result in a significant reduction in traffic congestion, thereby lowering vehicular emissions and reducing carbon footprints. It is also expected to generate employment for the locals.
SYSTRA’s scope of work encompasses strategic planning by conducting primary investigations and ground surveys, stakeholder consultations including finalisation of alignment technology selection, and ridership forecasting.
Commenting on the development, Mr. Sandeep Fuller, CEO (Project Services), SYSTRA India, said, “We are honoured to partner with UKMRC on this transformative mobility initiative for Nainital and the Kumaon region,” “Ropeway systems offer a modern and sustainable way to travel, reduce pressure on road networks, and enhance the overall tourism experience.”
SYSTRA India, a subsidiary of SYSTRA Group, is a global engineering and consulting company specialising in public transport and mobility solutions.
With over 65 years of experience, SYSTRA delivers cutting-edge expertise in high-speed rail, metro, light rail, and other mass transit systems. Its mission is to design and implement safe, reliable, and sustainable transport infrastructure that connects communities and drives progress.
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