The project was an Advisory upstream engagement focused on supporting the IME Group with the technical analysis and tendering of four cable car installations. The Advisory project, through its commercial, technical, legal and E&S assistance to IME Group, aimed to contribute towards the bankability of the investments for further foreign investments.

In August 2025, CAO received a complaint from community members alleging environmental, cultural, and social harm associated with the project. The complaint raised concerns related to the lack of adequate risk assessment, economic displacement, impacts on biodiversity, the absence of prior consent, the destruction of sites of cultural and spiritual significance, and incidents of intimidation. The complainants also indicated that delayed disclosure of project information hindered meaningful community engagement.

In December 2025, CAO found the complaint eligible and began its assessment.