Two ropeways to Kamakhya Temple underway, first to be completed soon: Assam CM

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that construction of a ropeway from Kamakhya Railway Station to the Kamakhya Temple is progressing swiftly and is expected to be completed soon for the convenience of pilgrims.

Addressing the media, CM Sarma said the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) is overseeing the project as part of a broader effort to improve pilgrim infrastructure. “Work has already progressed significantly. The ropeway will greatly ease the journey for our shraddhalus visiting the sacred Kamakhya Temple,” he said.

In addition to the Kamakhya Station–Kamakhya Temple route, a second ropeway is being planned from Sonaram Field to the temple, the Chief Minister added. 

While both projects are under development, the Kamakhya Station route will be completed first, followed by the Sonaram Field route.

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“Tenders have already been issued. Although some temple-related issues caused initial delays, everything is now progressing in an organised and coordinated manner,” CM Sarma assured.

Highlighting the Centre's focus on enhancing connectivity in hilly and pilgrimage areas, Sarma revealed that feasibility studies are ongoing for multiple ropeway projects across the Northeast. These include proposed ropeways at Bhuban Tirtha in the Barak Valley and another in Biswanath.

“The Government of India is giving top priority to ropeway infrastructure across the Northeast. These projects will boost tourism, ease pilgrim access, and create new economic opportunities,” he added.

The Kamakhya Temple, one of India’s most revered Shakti Peeths, draws lakhs of devotees every year, and the ropeway project is expected to greatly improve access to the hilltop shrine.