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NEW DELHI | 10 NOVEMBER 2026
‘Namo Yamuna River Cruise Service’ on the Yamuna Launched at Sonia Vihar, Delhi by Union Minister Shri Sarbananda Sonowal and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched ‘Namo Yamuna River Cruise Service’ on 10 th November, 2026.
The Chief Minister said that the Namo Yamuna River Safari is not merely a cruise or boat service but an initiative that reflects people’s faith, love and devotion towards Maa Yamuna.
The project marks an important step towards promoting river-based tourism, eco-friendly transport and modern public amenities along the Yamuna in Delhi.
Delhi Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra said that the Namo Yamuna River Safari would offer a new tourism experience in the capital. Visitors will be able to enjoy the scenic views of the Yamuna. Through the musical fountain, the story of Lord Krishna and the glory of Yamuna Maiya will also be presented through music.
Theme Based Musical fountain show happens from 5pm to 7pm. You can also Experience a six-kilometer round-trip journey aboard an electric cruise vessel with a capacity of 30 passengers. This will provide the visitors an opportunity to experience the Yamuna from a new perspective; a rejuvenating riverside recreational destination, clean and sustainable modes of water-based transportation.
The entire journey of ‘Namo Yamuna River Cruise Service’ will take approximately 35 to 45 minutes. Passengers will enjoy a boat ride along the designated route and return to their starting point after completing the journey.
The entry fee to the premises has been fixed at Rs 50, while the fare for a complete cruise journey for adults is Rs 500 and for children it is Rs 300. This is open from 9 am to 9 pm. However, the last cruise is at 8 pm. The nearest metro station is Nanaksar Sonia Vihar Metro station.
Through this service, tourists will be able to experience the Yamuna’s natural surroundings, greenery along its banks and altogether a different Delhi- Green Delhi.
Designed as a family-friendly tourism destination, the attractions and facilities,include
- Recreational Boating
- Eco-Tourism Experience
- Theme Based Musical Fountain
- Creative Zone
- Food Zone
- Gaming Activities
- Kids Zone
Under the project, ‘Namo Yamuna River Cruise Service’ recreational cruise and ferry services have been developed along an approximately 4-km stretch from Sonia Vihar to Jagatpur.
Some of the other facilities include;
- Commercial Shops
- Ticket Counters
- Separate toilet facilities for women, men and persons with disabilities
- Drinking Water Facilities Paid Vehicle Parking
- Waiting Area
- Lighting arrangements and an access road paved with concrete blocks
With these facilities, a well-organized and attractive tourism destination has been created along the Yamuna, where visitors can enjoy boating and other recreational activities.
With this initiative, Delhi takes another step towards diversifying its tourism offerings, promoting sustainable infrastructure and unlocking the recreational potential of the River Yamuna.
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