Mission has been launched by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
About Cruise Bharat Mission
- Aim: To excel in India’s vision to become a global hub for cruise tourism and promote the country as the leading global cruise destination.
- It also aims to
- double cruise passenger traffic within five years; i.e. by 2029.
- In 2024, passengers traffic is 4.6 lakh.
- double volume of cruise calls from 254 in 2024 to 500 by 2030.
- double cruise passenger traffic within five years; i.e. by 2029.
- Phasewise implementation:
- Phase 1 (2024 to 2025): Focus will be on forming cruise alliances with neighbouring countries, etc.
- Phase 2 (2025 to 2027): Developing new cruise terminals, destinations etc.
- Phase 3 (2027 to 2029): Integrating all cruise circuits across the Indian Subcontinent.
- Three key cruise segments:
- Ocean & Harbour Cruise segment: Encompasses ocean cruises, including deep-sea and coastal cruises, along with harbour-based yachting and sailing cruises.
- River & Inland Cruise segment: Focuses on river and inland cruises on canals, backwaters, creeks, and lakes.
- Island Cruise segment: Highlights inter-island cruises, lighthouse tours, etc.
Significance of Mission
- Employment generation, creation of 4 lakh jobs in the revamped Cruise Sector.
- Promote the cultural, historical, and natural circuits of the Indian Subcontinent.
- Developing world class infrastructure which can be also leveraged for maritime trade, etc.