PM Modi Goes Underwater for ‘Dwarka Darshan’: A Guide to Knowing How to Reach Lord Krishna’s Submerged City
- Experience Scuba Diving in Dwarka: The underwater adventure takes place near Bet Dwarka Island, offering a glimpse of ancient Dwarka's submerged remains, carefully unearthed by archaeologists.
PM Modi Goes Underwater for ‘Dwarka Darshan’: Have you ever imagined exploring the ancient submerged city of Dwarka in Gujarat, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi found solace in prayer, experiencing a deeply spiritual and breathtaking moment? If so, you’ve come to the right place! We’re here to guide you on a journey to the underwater city of Lord Krishna.
Recently, PM Modi took a plunge into the Arabian Sea at the reputed site of Dwarka’s submerged city. Venturing into the deep waters, he visited the site believed to be the original dwelling of the Hindu deity Krishna, and an ancient city renowned for its magnificence and wealth.
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PM MODI ON HIS UNDERWATER PUJA AT SUBMERGED CITY OF DWARKA
Prime Minister Modi expressed reverence for Dwarka, a site cherished for its profound cultural and spiritual heritage. He mentioned presenting peacock feathers as homage to “Dwarakadheesh,” another title for Krishna, the king of Dwarka. Describing his underwater experience as a journey through time, he reflected on Dwarka’s illustrious history and its deep connection with one of Hinduism’s most revered deities.
“Today, I submerged myself underwater and prayed at the site where the ancient city of Dwarka lies submerged. I believe that whatever occurs here is with the permission of ‘Dwarakadheesh’. Having visited numerous pilgrimage sites across the country, I find the same divine essence here in Dwarka. I paid homage to this city, which holds a deep cultural and spiritual legacy, and offered peacock feathers underwater,” the PM expressed during a gathering after initiating multiple development projects valued at over Rs 4,150 crore.
He also highlighted the Sudarshan Setu, a remarkable engineering feat, connecting Okha and Beyt Dwarka. He encouraged students of structural engineering to study this marvel closely.
“The Sudarshan Setu, a 2.32-km bridge with a 900-meter central double span cable-stayed portion and a 2.45-km approach road, was constructed at a cost of Rs 979 crore. This four-lane bridge, 27.20 meters wide, features 2.50-meter wide footpaths on each side,” stated an official release from the Devbhumi Dwarka administration.
Prime Minister Modi expressed reverence for Dwarka, a site cherished for its profound cultural and spiritual heritage. He mentioned presenting peacock feathers as homage to “Dwarakadheesh,” another title for Krishna, the king of Dwarka. Describing his underwater experience as a journey through time, he reflected on Dwarka’s illustrious history and its deep connection with one of Hinduism’s most revered deities.
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE ANCIENT CITY OF DWARKA
“The tales encircling the ancient city of Dwarka, the sacred realm of Lord Krishna and one of India’s seven revered pilgrimage spots, hold both religious and archaeological importance. The lost city, known as the ‘ancient kingdom of Krishna’ in the epic Mahabharata, is thought to have submerged beneath the Arabian Sea following Lord Krishna’s passing. It is believed to have extended over approximately 84 km as a fortified city at the convergence of the Gomti River and the Arabian Sea.”
WHERE IS DWARKA LOCATED?
Dwarka is situated in the state of Gujarat, along the western coastline of the Okhamandal Peninsula, positioned on the right bank of the Gomti River where it meets the Gulf of Kutch and faces the Arabian Sea.
HOW TO REACH DWARKA?
Dwarka enjoys excellent connectivity through air, rail, and road networks to major cities. The nearest airport to the city is Jamnagar Airport, while Dwarka Railway Station links to various significant cities such as Jamnagar, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, Mumbai, Goa, and many others.
SCUBA DIVING IN DWARKA
Scuba diving in Dwarka takes place along the coast, near an island named Bet Dwarka, offering glimpses of the underwater remnants of ancient Dwarka unearthed by archaeologists. Alongside the submerged remains, vibrant coral reefs adorn the seabed, while the clear waters provide opportunities to observe marine life such as dolphins, turtles, octopuses, and starfish.
Shivrajpur Beach stands out as one of the top and most accessible spots for this activity, reachable via public transportation. Jamnagar Airport serves as the nearest air link, while Dwarka Railway Station provides railway access. Additionally, the beach enjoys good road connectivity to major cities within the state.
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