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Agriculture
Horticulture Minister Opens Himachal Pradesh’s First Agricultural Monorail in Mandi
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 08:33 AM
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The Himachal Pradesh horticulture minister officially inaugurated the state’s first agricultural monorail system in Mandi, marking a new step in farm logistics.
The horticulture minister of Himachal Pradesh presided over the inauguration of the state’s inaugural agricultural monorail system in the town of Mandi. The ceremony highlighted the government’s commitment to modernising farm infrastructure.
The monorail, a rail‑based conveyance designed specifically for agricultural produce, aims to streamline the movement of crops from the hilly farms to collection points and markets. By providing a dedicated transport corridor, officials expect reduced reliance on congested mountain roads and lower post‑harvest losses.
As the first such facility in Himachal Pradesh, the Mandi monorail is positioned as a pilot that could be replicated in other districts if it proves effective, potentially boosting farmer incomes and supporting the state’s broader push for agri‑tech adoption.
The monorail, a rail‑based conveyance designed specifically for agricultural produce, aims to streamline the movement of crops from the hilly farms to collection points and markets. By providing a dedicated transport corridor, officials expect reduced reliance on congested mountain roads and lower post‑harvest losses.
As the first such facility in Himachal Pradesh, the Mandi monorail is positioned as a pilot that could be replicated in other districts if it proves effective, potentially boosting farmer incomes and supporting the state’s broader push for agri‑tech adoption.