Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Andhra Govt Approves Night Boat Cruises
The Andhra Pradesh government has given permission for night-time boat cruising on the Krishna River in Vijayawada.
This is to help tourism, but there are rules to keep everyone safe.
Boats can run until 10 PM between Punnami Ghat and Bhavani Island.
However, they must stop if there are floods, bad weather, or if the Water Resources Department says it's not safe.
The boats must stay on a marked path and not bother the fishermen.
They also can't go too close to the Prakasam Barrage.
This way, people can enjoy boat rides at night while staying safe.
Andhra Pradesh government allows night-time boat cruising on the Krishna River up to 10 PM.
Permission is conditional and must not interfere with Prakasam Barrage operations or fishing activities.
Boating is prohibited during monsoon, floods, or adverse weather conditions.
Routes must be marked with illuminated buoys, and boats must stay on the approved path.
No boats are allowed within 1,000 metres upstream of Prakasam Barrage.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh Water Resources Department and Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC)
- What
- Conditional permission for night-time boat cruising on the Krishna River
- When
- Issued on July 24
- Where
- Vijayawada and Amaravati capital region, Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To promote tourism while ensuring safety and environmental regulations
Tourism Promotion
Safety and Environmental Concerns
Tourism Development
Tourism Promotion
Night-time boat cruising will boost tourism and attract more visitors to Vijayawada and the Amaravati capital region.
Safety and Environmental Concerns
Boating activities should not compromise safety and environmental regulations, especially during monsoon and flood situations.
Safety Measures
Tourism Promotion
The tourism department will ensure safety by marking routes with illuminated buoys and avoiding interference with fishing activities.
Safety and Environmental Concerns
The Water Resources Department must prioritize the operation of Prakasam Barrage gates and river flow regulation over boating activities to prevent accidents.
- Location
- Vijayawada and Amaravati capital region, Andhra Pradesh
- Operating Hours
- Up to 10 PM
- Route
- Between Punnami Ghat and Bhavani Island
- Restrictions
- No operation during monsoon, floods, or adverse weather conditions
- Safety Measures
- Illuminated buoys, no deviation from approved route
- Fishing Rights
- Boating shall not interfere with traditional fishing rights
- Barrage Proximity
- No boats within 1,000 metres upstream of Prakasam Barrage