Sudama Setu

Sudama Setu is a pedestrian cable-stayed bridge over the Gomti Creek in Dwarka, Gujarat. Inaugurated in 2016, it connects the Jagat Mandir area near Gomti Ghat to Panchkui Tirth on the opposite bank. Named after Sudama, the childhood friend of Lord Krishna, the 166-metre bridge is a modern tourist attraction offering panoramic views of the Gomti River, Arabian Sea and Dwarkadhish Temple.

Visitors can expect a 166-metre cable-stayed pedestrian bridge with a walkway, suspension cables and viewing points over Gomti Creek. The bridge offers views of the Gomti River mouth, Arabian Sea, Dwarkadhish Temple and Panchkui beach area. The crossing is on foot only, with steps at both ends, decorative lighting in the evening, and open sea breezes. The opposite side leads to a small beach and Panchkui Tirth area.

Sudama Setu was constructed by the Government of Gujarat and inaugurated on 11 June 2016 by then Chief Minister Anandiben Patel. Built at a cost of approximately Rs. 7.42 crore, the 166-metre long and 4.2-metre wide cable-stayed bridge was built to facilitate pilgrim access to Panchkui Tirth without boat crossing.

The bridge is named after Sudama, the childhood friend and devotee of Lord Krishna, who is central to Dwarka's religious tradition. It connects the sacred Gomti Ghat and Dwarkadhish Temple complex with Panchkui Tirth, where five wells are believed to have been created by the Pandavas, enhancing pilgrimage access.