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- The National Ropeways Development Programme - “Parvatmala” was announced recently.
- It was announced by the Union Finance Minister in the Union Budget for 2022-23 to improve connectivity in hilly areas.
- This will be a preferred ecologically sustainable alternative in place of conventional roads in difficult hilly areas.
- The idea is to improve connectivity and convenience for commuters, besides promoting tourism.
- This may also cover congested urban areas, where conventional mass transit systems are not feasible.
- The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) will have responsibility for its development.
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