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Yamuna River Cruise Set to Launch in Feb, Offering Luxury Eco-Tourism

Delhi Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra announced that luxury cruise services on the Yamuna River will commence in February, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta set to inaugurate the project. The initiative, developed with central ministry support, aims to provide an affordable international luxury experience and promote eco-friendly river travel and water sports. The project is closely tied to the government's efforts to clean the Yamuna river, ensuring untreated water does not enter it. The cruise service will operate along a designated corridor, mirroring successful models like Ahmedabad's Sabarmati Riverfront.

Key Points: Yamuna Cruise Launch in Feb: Delhi's New Eco-Tourism Project

  • Cruise to launch in February
  • Aims to boost green tourism & connectivity
  • Part of Yamuna cleaning initiative
  • Offers affordable luxury experience
  • Includes water sports activities
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Yamuna cruise to kick off in Feb: Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra

Delhi's Yamuna cruise service to begin in February, offering affordable luxury and water sports. CM Rekha Gupta to inaugurate the green tourism project.

"The Yamuna is being cleaned, and soon, along with boat Yoga sessions, cruise services will also commence. - Rekha Gupta"

Navi Mumbai, Jan 12

Delhi Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra on Monday inspected an under-construction boat to be used for the Yamuna cruise and announced that the Goa-type recreational boat cruises and ferry services will begin next month.

Tentatively named "Yamuna River Santosh Cruise", the Yamuna Boat Tourism and Ferry Infrastructure Development Project is likely to be inaugurated by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta next month, he said.

The project, located upstream of the Wazirabad Barrage between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur in North East Delhi, is expected to provide a new green tourism experience to Delhiites and enhance connectivity through eco-friendly river travel.

"The cruise boat will depart from Mumbai on January 20 and reach Delhi in 3 to 4 days. Its engine will be fitted in Delhi, and sometime in February, the CM will launch it. Along with this, other water sports activities are also set to begin," Mishra told IANS.

Mishra said the Delhi government is all geared up to offer an international luxury experience, along with recreation activities, at affordable prices.

As part of efforts to promote inland water transport and short-distance urban tourism, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) is helping the Delhi government to develop facilities along a 6-7 km round-trip corridor between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur for Rs 20 crore.

On June 21, Chief Minister Gupta and Mishra performed Yoga to celebrate International Yoga Day at the Water Sports Club on the banks of the Yamuna in Sonia Vihar and announced plans to start the cruise service.

CM Gupta took part in Yoga with the theme 'Yoga with Yamuna' and reiterated her resolve to clean the river.

She asserted that her government is working with seriousness to ensure that untreated water from drains does not enter the river and that every drop flowing into the Yamuna is clean.

Through the 'Yoga with Yamuna' initiative, the message is clear: The Yamuna is being cleaned, and soon, along with boat Yoga sessions, cruise services will also commence, she said.

The similar cruise facility at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad, with lunch or dinner, may cost between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,000.

- IANS

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Priya S
I appreciate the effort, but let's be real. The Yamuna needs serious cleaning first. Announcing a cruise feels like putting the cart before the horse. The 'Yoga with Yamuna' is a good message, but action on pollution is what matters most.
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Rohit P
Rs 1000-2000 for a cruise with lunch? That's actually quite reasonable for a luxury experience if they deliver. Hope it boosts local tourism and creates jobs. Good step for inland water transport development.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Delhi, this sounds like a unique way to see the city. The Sabarmati cruise in Ahmedabad is lovely. If they can replicate that success and ensure the water is clean, it could be a major attraction.
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Vikram M
The boat is coming from Mumbai to Delhi? That's a long journey! Hope the logistics are managed well. The project location near Wazirabad is interesting. Will definitely take my parents for a ride if the reviews are good. 🤞
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Kavya N
Finally, something positive for Delhi's tourism! We have historical sites, but need modern attractions too. Boat yoga sessions sound peaceful. Hope the cleanliness drive is continuous and not just for the launch event.

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