Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, along with Tamil Nadu Tourism Minister K. Ramachandran, Chennai Port Chairman Sunil Paliwal and Chennai Port Deputy Chairman S Viswanathan came together for the inaugural international sailing to Sri Lanka by India’s Cruise Line. The new route marks a new chapter in India’s maritime tourism industry
Talking about the new launch, Jurgen Bailom, President and CEO of Waterways Leisure, Cordelia Cruises, said, “Ever since our launch in the India market, we are committed to providing world-class amenities and unmatched hospitality, we aim to redefine the cruising experience for our esteemed guests. Cordelia Cruises served 84000 guests between June 2022-September 2022. In the year 2023, we hope to host over 50000 passengers for our Sri Lanka sailings alone between June 2023-September 2023. We are certain that our new route will be very well received. This initiative is a testament to the Government’s commitment to promoting tourism and strengthening bilateral ties between India and Sri Lanka.”
