The eco-friendly tourism initiative offers a 6-kilometre round-trip cruise between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur for Rs 500 per person.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the recreational ‘Namo Yamuna River Safari’ at Sonia Vihar on Tuesday, according to The News Mill and ANI. The project provides a 40-minute river journey between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur.
The cruise service costs Rs 500 per person and covers a distance of approximately 4 to 6 kilometres. Facilities at the site include a light and sound show, a musical fountain depicting tales of Lord Shri Krishna, and a cultural exhibition gallery.
Gupta described the initiative as a reflection of the devotion people hold for ‘Maa Yamuna’. She noted that the site offers amenities for both adults and children, such as a gaming zone, a toy shop, and table tennis.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Delhi Cabinet Minister Kapil Mishra, and Deputy Chief Minister Parvesh Verma attended the launch. Sonowal praised the vision for developing inland waterways, while Mishra said the project would serve as an emerging tourism destination.
Mishra stated that the site includes food and entertainment areas and mentioned that additional vessels and water-based sports are planned for the future. Deputy Chief Minister Parvesh Verma urged residents to avoid polluting the river with plastic or religious offerings.
The project follows an agreement signed in March 2025 between the Inland Waterways Authority of India and Delhi government agencies. The boats are equipped with safety jackets, an announcement system, and zero-discharge bio-toilets.
