"Pavagadh's Mahakali Mata Darshan and Dhudiya Lake Exploration to Become Faster" Pavagadh, a revered pilgrimage site in Gujarat, is set to undergo a significant transformation with the introduction of a time-saving ropeway system. Visitors to the sacred Mahakali Mata temple and the enchanting Dudhiya Lake will no longer need to climb the arduous 500 steps, reducing the journey from one hour to just 20 minutes. Pavagadh's Rising Popularity The Pavagadh hill has seen a surge in visitors over the years, particularly during Navratri, with over 2.16 lakh people making their way to Mataji's temple on the first day of the festival and an estimated 25,000 to 30,000 pilgrims arriving daily. To accommodate the growing numbers, the Pavitra Yatradham Development Board has completed phase one of a development project worth 125 crores. This phase includes new steps from Machi to the temple's summit, the beautification of the Dudhiya Lake, improved touris

Author-Dr.Aishwarya Nair