Archive · 27 Dec 2025
Ropeway collapses during trial in Bihar
A new ropeway in Bihar's Rohtas district collapsed during a test.
The ropeway was being tested to carry more weight when a wire got stuck and caused the collapse.
Four trolleys and multiple pillars were damaged, but no one was hurt.
Workers at the site were able to protect themselves.
A team from Kolkata will investigate the incident.
The ropeway will not be open to the public until the tests are completed and authorities are satisfied with the results.
The ropeway was supposed to make it easier for people to visit Rohtasgarh Fort, a popular tourist spot.
The project has faced multiple delays and the cost of reconstruction will be borne by the construction company.
A newly constructed ropeway in Bihar's Rohtas district collapsed during a trial run on December 26.
No casualties were reported, but four trolleys and multiple pillars were damaged.
The collapse occurred when a wire got stuck while increasing the load during a test.
A team from Kolkata will investigate the incident, and the ropeway will not be open to the public until trials are completed.
The 1,324-metre ropeway, costing ₹13 crore, is intended to improve access to Rohtasgarh Fort, a major tourist attraction.
- Who
- Authorities, workers, and engineers
- What
- Ropeway collapse during trial
- When
- December 26
- Where
- Rohtas, Bihar
- Why
- Wire got stuck while increasing load
- Location
- Rohtas, Bihar
- Date
- December 26
- Casualties
- None
- Damaged Items
- Four trolleys and multiple pillars
- Investigation Team
- From Kolkata
- Project Cost
- ₹13 crore
- Project Length
- 1,324 metres
- Project Towers
- Five
- Project Trolleys
- Twelve
- Project Seating Capacity
- Four passengers per trolley
Sources
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