Darjeeling: The Gorkhaland Territorial Administration has
decided to set a six-month deadline for the construction of a ropeway
from Giddepahar to Rohini in Kurseong subdivision.
The GTA's move
to set a time-frame suggests that the decision is in line with the
government's emphasis on development projects in the hills to reach to
the people.
With Bimal Gurung as the chief executive, the GTA had
announced a slew of ropeway projects in Darjeeling, Kurseong and
Kalimpong. The projects have been slow on almost all these projects.
Anit
Thapa, the vice-chairman of the board of administrators at the GTA,
said: "Today (Monday), I visited Rohini and took stock of the ropeway
project. GTA secretary C. Murugan was also present with me and we found
that the project had been progressing at snail's pace. We have decided
to set a time-frame of six months for the completion of the project."
Sources in the GTA said the passenger ropeway project from Giddepahar
to Rohini Tourist complex was being executed by a Calcutta-based firm.
"The
project was estimated at Rs 16 crore and the construction had started
on August 28, 2014. It was supposed to be completed within 12 months but
the deadline was missed," said a GTA official.
The ropeway
project had been planned to attract tourists to Kurseong too. Tour
operators believe that the hill town had not been promoted as much as
Darjeeling.
"Kurseong has the potential to be developed as a
tourist spot but much planning and effort need to be put in. In the
past, hill leaders have been found lack of vision and planning to
promote this place," said a travel agent. "Homestays, nature trails and
other adventure sports need to be encouraged in Kurseong."
Source:The Telegraph
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