Shocking controversial ropeway project approved by TTD

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Source: The Hindu

(http://www.hinduonnet.com/2005/12/25/stories/2005122514040400.htm)

Andhra Pradesh

TTD gives nod for ropeway project

 

TIRUMALA:

 

In a surprise move, the TTD board of trustees which met here on Saturday,

endorsed the controversial ropeway project between Tirumala and Tirupati.

 

The resolution is significant considering the stiff resistance put up by the

TTD Agama pundits panel, the Bharathiya Janata Party (BJP) and other

organisations on the ground that it will affect the sanctity of the hills and

pave the way for their commercialisation.

 

After a prolonged discussion the board approved the over Rs. 110 crore project

envisaged by the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development

Corporation.

 

 

Height restriction

Taking into consideration religious sentiments, the board imposed restriction

that the proposed ropeway should be taken up at a lesser altitude and not

exceed the altitude of the existing hill temple.

 

The board gave its nod for parting with one acre of land both at Tirumala and

Tirupati.

 

 

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In another significant development, the board resolved to enhance the

donation to Rs. one crore from the present Rs. 50 lakhs for leasing out any land

for any private individual or firm for the construction of guest house at

Tirumala.