Archive · 26 Nov 2025
Delhi Launches Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides
Delhi is starting a new adventure for people to enjoy.
They will have hot air balloon rides that are tied to the ground, so they don't float away.
These rides will be in four special places around Delhi, like Baansera and Asita.
The rides will last about 7 to 12 minutes and cost around Rs 3,000.
They will be open from November to February, when the weather is nice for flying.
The balloons will give people a beautiful view of the city and the Yamuna river.
The Delhi government is doing this to make these places more fun for tourists and to help the environment.
The rides are operated by a licensed company that promises to keep everyone safe.
Delhi successfully conducted trial runs for tethered hot air balloon rides, with public flights expected to launch soon.
The rides will operate at four locations: Baansera, Asita, Yamuna Sports Complex, and Commonwealth Games Village Sports Complex.
Ticket prices are likely to be around Rs 3,000 plus tax, with flights lasting 7-12 minutes for up to four people.
The service is expected to roll out between November and February, with operational hours of four hours daily, extendable based on demand.
The hot air balloon project aligns with the Delhi Development Authority's efforts to revitalize the Yamuna floodplains and boost eco-tourism.
- Who
- Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and a licensed company
- What
- Tethered hot air balloon rides
- When
- Between November and February, with public operations starting on Saturday
- Where
- Baansera, Asita, Yamuna Sports Complex, Commonwealth Games Village Sports Complex in Delhi
- Why
- To boost ecotourism, provide new recreational activities, and offer a unique aerial view of Delhi's restored green zone
Proponents
Critics
Ecotourism and Recreation
Proponents
The initiative is seen as a positive step towards promoting ecotourism and providing new recreational activities for Delhi residents.
Critics
Some critics argue that the high cost and limited accessibility may not benefit a broad audience, raising questions about the inclusivity of the project.
- Locations
- Baansera, Asita, Yamuna Sports Complex, Commonwealth Games Village Sports Complex
- Ticket Price
- Rs 3,000 plus tax (expected)
- Flight Duration
- 7-12 minutes
- Operational Hours
- 4 hours daily, extendable based on demand
- Operational Period
- November to February
- Capacity
- Up to 4 people per flight
- Operator
- Licensed company
- Safety
- Highest standards of safety parameters
