Enthralling ariel view of Sudarshan Setu, India’s longest cable-stayed bridge in Dwarka

Feb 25, 2024

Dwarka (Gujarat), Feb 25 (ANI): Preparations are in full swing at the Beyt Dwarka Temple in Gujarat, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will perform Pooja and Darshan today. The priests of the temple also congratulated PM Modi for the Sudarshan Setu in Dwarka.After having a darshan at the temple, PM Modi will inaugurate the Sudarshan Bridge. Speaking to ANI, Jignesh Joshi, Priest in Beyt Dwarka Temple, said, "This is the first time PM Modi will come to Dwarka for darshan. The most beautiful thing is that the bridge that will be opened is in the name of God 'Sudarshan'. Everyone will remember this. We are all thankful to Modi ji. We cannot even explain our happiness in words. Many good wishes to PM Modi from all the priests."The Okha-Beyt Dwarka Signature Bridge, spanning 2.5 kilometres, holds immense significance for both residents and pilgrims visiting the revered Dwarkadhish Temple. Initiated by the Centre in 2017 with a groundbreaking ceremony, the bridge aims to simplify access for devotees commuting between Okha and Bet Dwarka. Before its construction, pilgrims had to rely on boat transport to reach the Dwarkadhish Temple in Beyt, Dwarka. The 2.5 km bridge is being built for Rs 978 crore.