Foundation stone laid for Pathibhara Cable Car in Taplejung

KATHMANDU, NOVEMBER 10: The foundation stone for the Pathibhara Cable Car was officially laid last Friday (Nov. 8) in Taplejung. It will provide access to the renowned religious site, Pathibhara Temple in the district.

Constituent Assembly member Dambar Dhoj Tumbahangphe and Phungling Municipality Mayor Amir Maden jointly performed the foundation-laying ceremony at Kaflepati, the starting point of the cable car, with traditional rituals.

Indra Kedem, head of Himalaya Construction, the company overseeing the project, stated that the event was attended by representatives from various political parties and a large number of locals, who participated with chants in praise of Goddess Pathibhara.

“All political representatives from the district, including honorable members, the mayor, and other public officials, were present. The work will now proceed at a rapid pace,” Kedem remarked.

Mayor Amir Maden highlighted that the Pathibhara Cable Car is not just a project for one company but is integral to the economic, social, and cultural development of Taplejung. He expressed optimism that the project would serve as a catalyst for economic growth in both Taplejung and the entire Koshi Province. Maden also called for support from all stakeholders to accelerate the construction.

Rudra Paudel, a member of the cable car company’s management committee, shared that trees in the construction area had already been cleared, and Friday’s ceremony marked the formal start of the project.

He added that the cable car would be operational within 15 months. Paudel emphasized that the project would promote tourism, create jobs, maintain environmental balance, and contribute to economic and social advancement.