Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary will inaugurate the state’s new catamaran vessel service, also known as the Water Metro, on the Ganga in Patna on November 10 at 3pm. The service will connect Digha’s Minar Ghat with Gandhi Ghat, offering tourists a modern and environmentally friendly way to travel along the river.
The initiative, led by the Bihar Tourism Department, aims to promote river-based tourism while providing passengers with modern water transport facilities.
Modern Facilities For Passengers
The catamaran has a passenger capacity of 50 and is equipped with air-conditioning, an announcement system, restrooms and wheelchair accessibility.
According to the Tourism Department, the vessel uses a hybrid engine and is primarily powered by electricity. Its operation is designed to minimise water, noise and air pollution.
Service Timings And Ticket Prices
On November 10, the vessel will depart from Digha’s Minar Ghat at 3pm and reach Gandhi Ghat at 3.40pm. It will begin its return journey from Gandhi Ghat at 4.10pm and arrive at Digha at 5.30pm.
The fare has been fixed at Rs 50 per adult. Children below five years of age can travel free, while those aged between five and 12 will receive a 50% concession.
Passengers can purchase tickets at the counter at Digha Ghat. An online booking facility is also planned and will be introduced soon, according to the department.
Charging Infrastructure And Future Expansion
To support the vessel’s hybrid operations, fast-charging and shore-charging facilities have been installed at Digha’s Minar Ghat and Gandhi Ghat.
The Tourism Department also plans to extend the service to Kangan Ghat in a future phase.
The project is part of Bihar’s efforts to develop eco-friendly tourism infrastructure along the Ganga and introduce modern passenger transport facilities on the river.
