Maulakalika Cable Car Set to Resume Operations After Successful Technical Testing

The Maulakalika Cable Car, which had been shut down for nearly two months following damage caused by vandalism and arson during the Jen-Z protest, is now preparing to resume operations. According to the company, the cable car will soon be reopened to the public after the successful completion of a technical test conducted on Sunday evening.

Operators of the cable car stated that the arson during the protest had caused significant damage to the lower station’s structures and equipment. According to Chandra Prasad Dhakal, President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) and Chairman of Maulakalika Cable Car, the incident resulted in losses worth several crores of rupees.

Located at an altitude of 561 meters above sea level, Maulakalika Temple is a popular religious and natural destination. During winter, visitors can enjoy beautiful views of sunrise above the fog, along with the scenic hills of Tanahun and Gorkha, as well as the Himalayan range, making the area a major attraction for tourists.

The Maulakalika Cable Car, which began operations last year in Baisakh, connects the temple in Gaindakot–1 with Narayanghat Bazaar, serving as an important tourism infrastructure. The company has stated that once the final phase of technical inspections is completed, the cable car will resume full-capacity operations.