World's longest river cruise MV Ganga Vilas successfully completed its maiden journey at Bogibeel in Dibrugarh today. Addressing the welcome ceremony, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said this journey has opened up many opportunities for speedy growth of the tourism industry. Also it has proved that the National waterways can be used for business, tourism and travel.<br />''<br />''Prime Minister Narendra Modi had virtually flagged off the cruise on 13th January this year from Varanasi.<br />''26 Swiss and 2 German tourists travelled in the cruise.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">During the 50 days journey, the river cruise travelled 3200 km through 27 river systems in 5 states and Bangladesh and visited 50 major tourist sites. </span>