The Hetauda-Kathmandu Ropeway: A Glimpse into Nepal’s Historic Transport System The Hetauda-Kathmandu Ropeway, an environmentally friendly and efficient transportation system, was first introduced in the 1960s. Initially developed under the leadership of Rana Prime Minister Chandra Shamsher in 1982, it connected Dhorsing to Matatirtha. The system was expanded in 2016 with U.S. aid, offering a cost-effective and reliable way to transport goods. At its peak, the ropeway carried 250 tons of goods d