Yamuna Cruise Services: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday announced a big festival gift for people living in the national capital, saying the government will launch  'Namo Yamuna River Safari' cruise service before Chhat puja. The chief minister, who inspected cruise service facilities ahead of the proposed launch, said it will become a beautiful picnic spot for families.

What Is The 'Namo Yamuna River Safari' Project?

The Delhi Tourism Department brought the 'Namo Yamuna River Safari' cruise Service on the Yamuna, which aims to promote river-based tourism along the Yamuna stretch upstream of the Wazirabad barrage. It is expected to be formally launched in the coming days after the completion of trial runs.

Location Of The Cruise Service

According to the Delhi Tourism Department, the cruise will operate between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, covering a stretch of around four to five kilometres. It will offer a 40-minute ride. Each ride will accommodate a maximum of 30 passengers.

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How Can One Book Ticket?

The government said tickets will be available online through the Delhi Tourism website. The price of the ticket will be Rs 500 per person, TOI reported.

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and Delhi government agencies signed an agreement in March 2025 to develop cruise tourism. The boats will be equipped with inboard bio-toilets with zero discharge, an announcement system and safety jackets.

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Under the proposed arrangements, the operator will be responsible for providing a comfortable service and ensuring the safety of passengers, crew members and other river users.

Further, the air-conditioned boats can either be leased or owned and should not be more than two years old. The operator will also be required to ensure a minimum of four trips per day.

The chief minister, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra, and other officials took a ride on the cruise and reviewed preparations ahead of the inauguration. After the inspection, Gupta said the preparations are in full swing for a Divya and Bhavya Chhath Mahaparv on the banks of the Yamuna. The chief minister said she has instructed officials to ensure extensive arrangements for cleanliness, lighting, security and devotees’ convenience.

(With PTI Inputs)