Hey there, folks! Exciting news coming out of Pune today! The construction of a long-awaited ropeway to the Ekvira Devi temple in Karla is finally about to kick off. The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) is leading the charge on this project, which has been in the works for some time now.
The tender process, which was put on hold due to the assembly elections, is now back on track and expected to be finalized within the next week. This means that we could see construction starting in no time!
The state government has allocated a whopping Rs 21 crore for the development of the Ekvira Devi temple and an additional Rs 45 crore for the construction of the ropeway and a flyover at Karla junction. With the election restrictions out of the way, the MSRDC’s special committee is moving full steam ahead to get this project off the ground.
For those who may not be familiar, the Ekvira Devi temple is situated on a mountain in Karla, offering stunning views of the Sahyadri slopes. It’s a popular pilgrimage site that sees a steady flow of devotees and tourists, but the trek up the steep stairs to reach the temple can be quite a challenge.
The area surrounding the temple is rich in history, with attractions like the Bhaje Caves and forts from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s era. Add to that its proximity to popular hill stations like Lonavala and Khandala, and you’ve got yourself a prime tourist destination in the making.
The Rs 45-crore ropeway project, which aims to make the temple more accessible and boost tourism in the region, has been given the green light by the MSRDC. Now that the election code has been lifted, the tender process is expected to wrap up soon, according to MSRDC Superintending Engineer Rahul Vasaikar.
With an estimated 7-8 lakh devotees and tourists making their way to the Ekvira Devi temple and nearby attractions each year, the completion of the ropeway is sure to make a big difference in terms of convenience for pilgrims and further solidify Karla as a top-notch tourism hotspot.
Exciting times ahead for Karla, indeed! Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development.
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