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In a groundbreaking initiative, the coastal cruise hub is set to take shape, and the central government applauds the state's infrastructure. Kolkata, our city, joins the venture, propelling India a nautical mile ahead.
The hub for 'river tourism' deems Kolkata the ideal city, a sentiment echoed at the first national conference on inland waterways held in Kolkata. West Bengal, adorned with a myriad of river paths, becomes the epicentre for river cruise tourism. Plans unveil 100 vessels and ferries navigating the waters, with an increase in eco-friendly vessels.
Today, the central government asserts that Kolkata will become a gateway to seamless travel, akin to Myanmar, Thailand, and Sri Lanka. Central Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal assures his support for this endeavour.
On January 13th, Narendra Modi's election centre in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, launches the world's longest cruise journey. The luxurious cruise, spanning 27 rivers including the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna, concludes in Dibrugarh, Assam.
The cruise route encompasses the Sundarbans, Kaziranga National Park, and the Ganga Aarti in Varanasi. Tourists are presented with a 4,000-kilometre odyssey, visiting 50 tourism centers. This venture opens new doors for Bengal's tourism industry.
Tourism experts anticipate enhanced connectivity between India and Bangladesh through waterways, foreseeing a surge in business prospects. The central government actively pursues initiatives to showcase the scenic beauty of India's river routes to foreign tourists.
Moreover, the journey from Varanasi to Dibrugarh is anticipated to take around 50 days. This ambitious project holds the promise of transforming the face of tourism along the riverbanks of India and fostering deeper ties with neighbouring countries.
