Cabinet agreed in principle to explore possibility of developing of Aerial Ropeway Transportation System for transportation of Apple from Apple Belt (Apple Growing Areas) in the State to prospective markets through Private Sector participation and initially get conducted a pre-feasibility study in the area, by appointing Consultant through open competitive bidding by Himachal Pradesh Infrastructure Development Board. In the first instance the study may be limited to the major apple growing areas of Shimla district and the scope of work/terms and conditions of the assignment shall be finalised by the Board in due course of time.