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Himachal eyes Hatu ropeway; Dhali–Rampur survey completed

Shimla, Jun 7 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday said that the survey for the proposed Dhali–Narkanda–Rampur four-lane highway has been completed and tunnel construction would be prioritised to minimise landslide damage and ensure safer travel.
The Chief Minister announced this after paying obeisance at the Hatu Mata Temple in Shimla district.
Addressing mediapersons, Sukhu said Himachal Pradesh is globally known for its rich Dev Culture and the state government is making sustained efforts to promote religious tourism by improving infrastructure and connectivity to major pilgrimage destinations.
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