Govt to develop 17-km nature walk pathway along Yamuna

Indian Express

17-06-2025

THE STATE government is in the process of developing a 17-kilometre nature walk pathway from Vrindavan to Gokul along the Yamuna River at an estimated cost of Rs 50 crore. The project, to be executed by the Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad in collaboration with the State Forest and Wildlife Department, aims at promoting eco-tourism, supporting environmental conservation and offering pilgrims and tourists a peaceful and accessible walking route along the river, a statement said on Tuesday.
The two-metre wide pathway will be constructed along the Yamuna river from Vrindavan to Gokul. The Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad, in partnership with the Forest Department, would oversee the project's implementation, said the statement.
In a review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently, officials said the pathway would highlight the natural beauty that lies between Vrindavan and Gokul. Indigenous plant species would be planted on both sides of the walkway to enhance greenery and support local biodiversity. Also, the route will be equipped with fencing, lighting, and toilet facilities to ensure comfort and safety for both tourists and residents.
The core aim of developing the Vrindavan-Gokul Nature Walk Pathway is to promote eco-tourism in the region. The project is part of a development effort under the Mathura Vision 2030, which includes 195 projects worth Rs 30,080 crore, of which 23 projects totaling Rs 2,300 crore have been approved.
The government said that pilgrims and tourists would now experience the natural serenity of the religious place on foot, amidst the greenery and calm of the Yamuna's banks. It will also serve as a leisure and health-oriented space for local residents, who will be able to use it for morning and evening walks, the statement said.