Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Gujarat became the first Indian state to officially join the Cruise Bharat Mission, a national initiative launched to make India a global cruise tourism hub by 2029. With a coastline stretching 2,340 km—the longest among Indian states—Gujarat is now focusing on building cruise infrastructure and developing new cruise circuits. Key destinations in the state, like Diu, Dwarka, Veraval, and Jamnagar, will be connected through coastal routes, enhancing tourist accessibility. The state’s early involvement sets a strong example for other coastal regions and is expected to generate economic benefits through tourism, job creation, and infrastructure investment.