Varanasi: Boatmen protest against first cruise service

Varanasi | Monday | 13th August, 2018

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ByVARANASI: Even before it's inauguration the first ever luxury cruise service in Varanasi is facing opposition by the local boatmen. On 15 August they will protest against the inauguration of the cruise service at Varanasi's Khidkiya Ghat To promote tourism in Varanasi, Nardik Cruiseline is starting cruise services from August 15. The AC cruise service will also be available for wedding ceremony and corporate meetings. The cruise service Alaknanda is scheduled to start this Independence Day and will operate between some major ghats of River Ganga The boat operators have announced that they will not let this service run as it will hamper their livelihood. The double decker cruise will run between the famous Assi Ghat and Pachganga Ghat..