India, May 1 -- Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu has directed the DDA to integrate elements of "spiritual tourism" while redeveloping ghats along the Yamuna, officials said on Thursday.

Recently, Sandhu held a meeting with Delhi Development Authority officials on the rejuvenation and restoration of the Yamuna Bazar and its ghats near the Kashmere Gate area.

"I have instructed officials to further refine the restoration plan by integrating elements of spiritual tourism, expanding green spaces and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for residents," Sandhu said.

Earlier this month, Sandhu and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the Yamuna Bazar area and said that the floodplain from Palla to Kalindi Kunj will be de...