The Inland Waterways Development Council has announced a series of initiatives and investments aimed at strengthening the national waterways infrastructure in the country. The second meeting of IWDC, organised by the Inland Waterways Authority of India under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, announced an investment plan of over Rs 50,000 crores over the next five years. Addressing the …
New Delhi: The ministry of ports, shipping, and waterways has announced a ₹45,000 crore investment to develop river cruise tourism, aiming to leverage India's inland waterways for economic growth. The plan includes expanding river cruise tourism from eight to 26 waterways and increasing cruise circuits with night stays from 17 to 80. To enhance inland waterways for cargo trade, a …
