India, Nov. 26 -- The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is set to start the city's first hot air balloon ride service on Saturday at four locations. The trial of the ride was conducted on Tuesday at Baansera in the presence of lieutenant governor VK Saxena.

The LG said the initiative is to expand eco-tourism and recreational facilities across the Capital, particularly along the rejuvenated stretches of the Yamuna floodplains.

DDA officials said the tethered balloon rides will be launched at four locations- Baansera Park, Asita Park, Yamuna Sports Complex in Surajmal Vihar, and the Commonwealth Games Village Sports Complex.

"Tethered flights will initially operate for four hours a day, which may later be extended depending on the demand...