Articles tagged under: Pavagadh

Pavagadh Hill visible from Anand during Navratri; devotees call it a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ sight

September 30, 2025
Pavagadh Hill visible from Anand during Navratri; devotees call it a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ sight

Anand: In an extraordinary phenomenon on Monday, Pavagadh Hill, located over 80 kilometers away, became clearly visible from Anand. The rare sight sparked curiosity across the city, drawing crowds eager to catch a glimpse. A large number of people gathered on the Ganesh Overbridge to view the hill, creating a heavy crowd. The unexpected gathering led to a traffic jam on the overbridge. Upon receiving the information, police teams immediately reached the spot and restored traffic management. Th...Read More

Six dead as cargo ropeway collapses at Pavagadh

September 06, 2025
Six dead as cargo ropeway collapses at Pavagadh

Pavagadh: A tragic accident occurred this afternoon at the famous pilgrimage site in Pavagadh when a cargo ropeway collapsed. The mishap was caused after the rope of the ropeway snapped, leading to the death of six people, as confirmed by Halol MLA Jaydrathsinh Parmar. According to preliminary details, the incident occurred at around 3:30 pm. The deceased include two lift operators, two laborers, and two other individuals. It is learnt that four people have suffered injuries in the incident. ...Read More

Pavagadh Ropeway to Extend Closer to Temple, Easing Pilgrimage

April 29, 2025
Pavagadh Ropeway to Extend Closer to Temple, Easing Pilgrimage

Pavagadh: Devotees visiting the revered Kalika Mata Temple atop Pavagadh hill will soon have a significantly easier journey as the state government is set to extend the existing ropeway closer to the temple premises. Currently, pilgrims using the ropeway still have to ascend approximately 449 steps to reach the temple after disembarking. Recognizing the difficulties faced by elderly and differently-abled devotees, the government has been working on this expansion plan. Sources indicate that t...Read More

Sardar City Waterpark sealed in Pavagadh for lacking clearance

April 05, 2025
Sardar City Waterpark sealed in Pavagadh for lacking clearance

Panchmahal: The Sardar City Waterpark in Pavagadh was sealed by authorities on Thursday after it was found operating without required permissions. The district administration took action when officials, during a routine land inspection, found the park open to visitors despite lacking clearance from the district-level committee. Panchmahal district collector Ashish Kumar confirmed that although the waterpark had applied for permissions and obtained departmental approvals, it had not yet received...Read More