The Gulmarg Gondola, Asia’s highest and longest cable car, is set to resume operations today after remaining closed for weeks due to a technical snag and subsequent safety inspections. Authorities confirmed that the reopening follows the submission of a detailed safety report by the expert committee, which reviewed mechanical systems, emergency protocols, and passenger safeguards.
The suspension had impacted tourism in Gulmarg, with hundreds of visitors stranded mid-air during the incident last month. Officials emphasized that the resumption will strictly adhere to safety standards, reassuring tourists and stakeholders of the ropeway’s reliability.
The Gondola’s reopening is expected to provide a major boost to tourism in the valley, as it remains one of the most popular attractions, carrying thousands of visitors daily to the scenic Apharwat peak. Local businesses and service providers have welcomed the decision, anticipating renewed tourist inflow and economic activity.
