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IWAI Signed MoU with J&K to Enhance River Cruise Tourism

Published on March 08, 2025
Current Context: On March 6, 2025, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) government during the Chintan Shivir in Srinagar.
IWAI Signed MoU with J&K to Enhance River Cruise Tourism
Key highlights:
  • The MoU focuses on boosting river cruise tourism across three national waterways in J&K: Chenab (NW-26), Jhelum (NW-49), and Ravi (NW-84).
  • IWAI will develop waterside infrastructure, including 10 floating jetties, and landside amenities like waiting halls for passengers.
  • The J&K government will provide land, facilitate clearances, and appoint cruise operators.
  • This initiative aims to promote tourism, generate employment, and stimulate economic growth in the region.

Question:

Q.1 Which of the following national waterways in Jammu & Kashmir are covered under the MoU signed between Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) government?
a) Chenab (NW-26)
b) Jhelum (NW-49)
c) Ravi (NW-84)
d) All of the above

Answer: d) The MoU focuses on boosting river cruise tourism across three national waterways in J&K: Chenab (NW-26), Jhelum (NW-49), and Ravi (NW-84).
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