New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the Sudarshan Setu bridge to the nation on Sunday. The bridge, constructed at a cost of approximately Rs. 980 crore, connects the Okha mainland and Beyt Dwarka island.
As per a release from the Prime Minister's office, on February 25, at around 7:45 am, the PM will perform pooja and darshan at Beyt Dwarka temple. This will be followed by a visit to the Sudarshan Setu at around 8:25 am. He will thereafter visit Dwarkadhish Temple at around 9:30 am.
Ahead of the inauguration of his 'dream project', the Okha-Beyt Dwarka Signature Bridge, PM said that it will be a momentous occasion for Gujarat's developmental journey. In a social media post on X, PM Modi said, "Tomorrow is a special day for Gujarat's growth trajectory. Among the several projects being inaugurated is the Sudarshan Setu, connecting Okha mainland and Beyt Dwarka. This is a stunning project which will enhance connectivity."
Tomorrow is a special day for Gujarat’s growth trajectory. Among the several projects being inaugurated is the Sudarshan Setu, connecting Okha mainland and Beyt Dwarka. This is a stunning project which will enhance connectivity. pic.twitter.com/Pmq2lhu27u
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 24, 2024
Sudarshan Setu: India's Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge
As the longest cable-stayed bridge in the country spanning around 2.32 km, it will greatly enhance transportation and significantly reduce travel time for devotees journeying between Dwarka and Beyt-Dwarka.
Previously, pilgrims had to rely on boat transport to reach Beyt Dwarka; however, with the inauguration of the Sudarshan Setu bridge, their commute will be considerably easier.
Tomorrow, Prime Minister @narendramodi will dedicate to the nation, Sudarshan Setu connecting Okha mainland and Beyt Dwarka island. It is built at a cost of around Rs. 980 crores. It is the longest Cable-stayed bridge in the country of around 2.32 Km.
Sudarshan Setu boasts a… pic.twitter.com/9O4hlUUF0Q
— All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) February 24, 2024
The bridge, featuring footpaths adorned with verses from the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita and images of Bhagwan Krishna on both sides, is expected to attract more tourists to the pilgrimage site.
बात पते की : देश का सबसे लंबा केबल ब्रिज
PM नरेंद्र मोदी कल गुजरात में एक साथ कई परियोजनाओं की शुरुआत करेंगे. इसी में एक सुदर्शन सेतु का लोकार्पण भी शामिल है. सुदर्शन सेतु की लंबाई 2.32 किलोमीटर है. #BaatPateki #Dwarka #SudarshanSetu #PMModi | @ramm_sharma pic.twitter.com/CPJ4uOIkCs
— Zee News (@ZeeNews) February 24, 2024
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the bridge also incorporates scientific advancements, with solar panels installed to generate nearly one megawatt of electricity.
PM Modi In Gujarat
Meanwhile, PM Modi began his 2-day visit to Gujarat with roadshow in Jamnagar on Saturday. People showered flower petals on the PM who waved to the crowd as he walked to the venue.
Landed in Jamnagar to a very warm welcome. Will be joining the programmes in Dwarka and Rajkot tomorrow. The works which will be inaugurated will have a transformative impact by boosting connectivity, ensuring better healthcare, education and more. https://t.co/MicoiqLrfy pic.twitter.com/liXZK9nrAX
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 24, 2024
PM To Lay Foundation Of Projects Worth Over Rs 4150 Crore In Dwarka
At around 1 pm, the Prime Minister will dedicate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth more than Rs. 4150 crores in Dwarka.
"Thereafter, at around 3:30 pm, the Prime Minister will visit AIIMS Rajkot. At around 4:30 pm, Prime Minister will inaugurate, dedicate to the nation and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth more than Rs. 48,100 crores at Race Course Ground, Rajkot," the release said.
