The Delhi government launched the 'Namo Yamuna River Safari' on Tuesday, a new cruise service along the Yamuna river aimed at promoting tourism in the national capital. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated the service at Sonia Vihar, accompanied by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Delhi Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra. The 40-minute round-trip cruise between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur offers a unique recreational experience for up to 30 passengers per trip, priced at Rs 500 each. The initiative aims to bring locals closer to the Yamuna and provide a new leisure activity within the city. The project is being jointly developed by the Delhi government, DDA, and Tourism Ministry, with around 60% of the Yamuna clean-up work already completed. The cruise rides, along with proposed light-and-sound shows and other activities, are expected to offer families quality time together. The service comes as a significant step in developing waterways, according to Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, who also praised Delhi's rapid development under Rekha Gupta's leadership.