Narmada River now has a luxury cruise — here's everything about Gujarat's new tourism launch
Gujarat launched a 600-passenger luxury cruise on the Narmada River near the Statue of Unity on August 4 — adding a major new tourism attraction to one of India's most visited heritage sites.
- Aug 5, 2026,
- Updated Aug 5, 2026 4:42 PM IST
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On August 4, a new luxury cruise with a capacity of 600 passengers was inaugurated on the Narmada River in Gujarat's Narmada district — adding a major new tourism attraction near the Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue, in the region. (AI generated representative image)
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An official statement confirmed: "With the introduction of this cruise on the Narmada River, another attraction has been added near the world's tallest statue, the Statue of Unity." The cruise is expected to significantly boost the already strong tourism footfall at the Statue of Unity complex. (AI generated representative image)
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The state government clarified that commercial operations will commence once all necessary legal approvals are obtained and safety standards are fully met — a standard regulatory requirement before passenger services begin on any new waterway route. (AI generated representative image)