Cruise ride along Yamuna likely in Delhi before Chhath: CM Rekha Gupta
Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced plans for a 'Namo Yamuna Cruise Safari' cruise ride along the Yamuna river before the Chhath festival, which is expected to take place between November 13 and 16. The ambitious project, announced by the BJP government last year, aims to promote river-based tourism and recreational activities on the Yamuna.
A four- to six-km stretch between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur is being developed by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) in collaboration with various departments for the cruise service. The cruise will be operated using eco-friendly electric-solar hybrid boats that can carry around 20 to 30 passengers and are equipped with bio-toilets, public announcement systems, and life jackets.
The project also involves the installation of floating jetties and other supporting infrastructure. The initiative is expected to enhance tourism, benefit local businesses, and create new employment opportunities in the Capital.
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