| Event | Madhya Pradesh to Boost Cruise Tourism |
| Key Organizations | Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), Government of Gujarat |
| MoU Signed | Between Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, IWAI, and Gujarat Government |
| Infrastructure | Two floating jetties (pontoons) dispatched from Kolkata to Kukshi, Madhya Pradesh |
| Proposed Cruise Route | Ekatma Dham (Statue of Oneness), Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh to Statue of Unity, Kevadiya, Gujarat |
| Development Plans | Additional infrastructure and amenities for cruise tourism by Madhya Pradesh government |
| Economic Impact | Expected to foster economic growth and benefit local populace |
| Tourism Focus | Immersive experience of local culture, traditions, lifestyle, and cuisine along the Narmada River |
| Narmada River | 1,312 km long, originates from Amarkantak peak, Maikal mountain, flows into Gulf of Khambhat |
| Geographical Role | Traditional boundary between North and South India, flows through rift valley between Vindhya and Satpura ranges |
| Tributaries | Right: Hiran, Tendori, Barna, Kolar, Man, Uri, Hatni, Orsang; Left: Burner, Banjar, Sher, Shakkar, Dudhi, Tawa, Ganjal, Chhota Tawa, Kundi, Goi, Karjan |
| Major Dams | Omkareshwar, Maheshwar |
