New Launch15 Oct 2025, 12:28 pm
KMEW to Operate Luxury Cruise Linking Statue of Unity and Omkareshwar on Narmada River
AI Summary
Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Ltd. has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board (MPTB) to build and operate a luxury cruise for 20 years between Kukshi, District Dhar (Madhya Pradesh) and the Statue of Unity, Gujarat (River Narmada). The River Pearl Cruise will offer a three-day voyage, linking two iconic national landmarks, and will feature cultural workshops, temple visits, culinary trails, village tours, meditation, and eco-tourism experiences. The vessel, designed to blend modern luxury with environmental responsibility, will have 36 deluxe cabins, fine dining & lounge decks, a spa & wellness center, and hybrid propulsion systems for eco-friendly operations.
Key Highlights
- Received LoA from Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board to build and operate a luxury cruise for 20 years.
- The River Pearl Cruise will offer a three-day voyage linking the Statue of Oneness at Omkareshwar and the Statue of Unity in Gujarat.
- The vessel will feature 36 deluxe cabins, fine dining & lounge decks, a spa & wellness center, and hybrid propulsion systems for eco-friendly operations.
- The route spans approximately 135 kilometres, passing through picturesque landscapes and offering various cultural, spiritual, and eco-tourism experiences.
- Designed to blend modern luxury with environmental responsibility, aligning with India's growing commitment to sustainable tourism and green transport.