Archive · 29 Nov 2025
Hydrogen Water Taxis Launch in Kashi
On December 4, special boats called hydrogen water taxis will start running in Kashi.
These boats are powered by hydrogen, which means they don't pollute the air.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will start the service at Namo Ghat.
The boats are made in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, and will take people along the Ganges River, showing them the beautiful old ghats.
This will help reduce traffic on the roads and make the trip more enjoyable for visitors.
The boats are a big step towards cleaner and greener travel on the river.
Hydrogen-powered water taxis will start operating in Kashi on December 4.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will flag off the service at Namo Ghat.
The taxis are manufactured in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, under the 'Make in India' initiative.
They offer a pollution-free way to enjoy the panoramic view of Kashi’s ancient ghats along the Ganges.
The service aims to reduce road traffic pressure caused by the increasing number of tourists and devotees.
- Who
- Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Inland Waterways Authority of India, tourists, and devotees
- What
- Launch of hydrogen-powered water taxis
- When
- December 4
- Where
- Namo Ghat, Kashi
- Why
- To provide a pollution-free water transport option and enhance the tourist experience
- Launch Date
- December 4
- Launch Location
- Namo Ghat, Kashi
- Initiator
- Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal
- Manufacturer
- Bhavnagar, Gujarat
- Purpose
- Pollution-free water transport and tourism
- Route
- Ganges River, Kashi ghats
- Environmental Impact
- Completely pollution-free
- Traffic Impact
- Reduces road traffic pressure