Under the Union Government’s Cruise Bharat Mission, Gujarat has unveiled plans for three cruise circuits along its western coast. The proposed routes will include popular destinations such as Diu, Veraval, Porbandar, Dwarka, Jamnagar, Okha, and Padala Island.
The clusters identified for cruise ships include Padala Island from Kutch, and routes connecting Porbandar-Veraval, and Dwarka-Okha-Jamnagar. Each cluster is strategically designed to ensure that key religious, natural, and cultural attractions are within a 100 km radius, optimizing land excursions for cruise passengers.
The Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) recently conducted a workshop with various stakeholders to kick off the development of the state’s cruise tourism direction. Gujarat aims to align with the Union government’s initiative to create a globally competitive cruise tourism sector. The workshop explored options for utilizing the state’s coastline and navigable rivers, such as the Sabarmati and Narmada.
Ashwani Kumar, Principal Secretary of Ports and Transport, emphasized Gujarat’s integrated approach to enhancing infrastructure, policy, and tourism development. The panel discussion allowed participants to share insights, identify challenges, and explore future growth avenues in maritime tourism following the state’s commitment to the Cruise Bharat Mission.
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