Makawanpur: Kailash Rural Municipality of Makawanpur has accomplished the construction of a zipline, effectively linking the areas of Kailash and Baikuntha. This ambitious project aims to enhance connectivity and possibly boost tourism in the region.
According to National News Agency Nepal, the Chair of Kailash Rural Municipality, Lok Bahadur Muktan, announced that the 1,200-meter long zipline was completed with an investment of Rs 8.8 million. The initial phase of testing for the Kailash-Baikuntha Zipline, situated in ward-2, Baikuntha, has been successfully completed, marking a significant milestone in the project.
The zipline is anticipated to be beneficial not only to the residents of Kailash and Baikuntha but also to those from Rorang Benighat and Gajuri Rural Municipalities in Dhading, as well as Thahanagar, Raxirang, and Manahari Rural Municipalities in Makawanpur. Narendra Dutta Bhatta, the planning section chief of the rural municipality, revealed that a multi-year plan was formulated to construct necessary infrastructure such as stations, breaking systems, and wires at two separate locations.
Badri Ghimire, a zipline technician and trainer, explained that the initial phase involved testing the breaking system. The service is set to commence regular operations following the completion of a second phase of testing, ensuring the safety and reliability of the zipline for future users.