UPDATED: Oct 26, 2026 10:49 IST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the trial run for the Namo Yamuna River Cruise ahead of Chhath Puja, marking a key milestone in developing riverfront tourism. Operating along a five-kilometre stretch from Wazirabad to Jagatpur, the eco-friendly safari accommodates 30 to 40 passengers. Officials noted the section upstream of Wazirabad was selected due to deeper and comparatively cleaner waters. While the initiative aims to offer a scenic recreational retreat, comprehensive cleaning of the broader 15-kilometre stretch towards Kalindi Kunj remains underway through new sewage treatment plants and drain diversion projects under an 8,910-crore rupee central plan.
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