Gulmarg Gondola to remain closed till Jun 8

Srinagar, Jun 3: The Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation (JKCCC) on Wednesday said the Gulmarg Gondola will remain closed for tourists till June 8 as maintenance and safety checks continue after last month’s malfunction that left hundreds of visitors stranded mid-air.
In an advisory, the corporation said all tickets booked for visits between May 25 and June 8 will be refunded in full.
The Gondola has been suspended since May 25, when a technical snag disrupted operations and left over 300 tourists stuck in cabins high above the ground.
The incident triggered panic and prompted a major rescue operation that lasted several hours, after which all passengers were safely evacuated.
Authorities subsequently halted services and launched a comprehensive technical review. Engineers are inspecting critical components and carrying out repair and maintenance work to ensure passenger safety.
“Due to technical maintenance, the Gondola shall remain closed. All tickets from May 25 to June 8 will be refunded in full,” the advisory said.
Officials added that operations will resume only after maintenance is completed and safety clearances are obtained, stressing that the decision has been taken in the interest of public safety. (KNO)