A cable on the ropeway connecting the Kalika Mata temple in Gujarat's Pavagadh came off on Friday evening, suspending 60 passengers in 10 cabins mid-air for over 40 minutes before they were rescued. The incident occurred shortly before the closing time of 8 pm, when the track rope of the aerial ropeway came off the conveyor. The passengers, who were six in each cabin, were stuck at a height of 763 meters.
The company Usha Breco, which operates the ‘Udan Khatola’ ropeway, undertook immediate repair and restoration work. The passengers were rescued by the local police and fire brigade using ropes and ladders. No injuries were reported.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation. However, it is believed that strong winds may have been a factor. The ropeway has been shut down for inspection and repairs.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of ropeways in India. There have been several accidents involving ropeways in recent years, including a fatal accident in 2020 in which 12 people were killed.
The government has ordered an inquiry into the Pavagadh accident. It is important to ensure that all ropeways in India are safe and that adequate safety measures are in place to prevent future accidents.
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