In the Jain tradition, the end of Dwarka is described as the result of karma, decline of dharma, and destruction caused by internal conflict.

Jain version of the end of Dwarka

• Lord Krishna was a great and powerful figure in Jain texts, but he was not a Tirthankar.
• Dwarka became a very prosperous city, but over time pride, conflict, and unrighteousness increased.
• A curse and the rise of mutual destruction among the Yadavas led to the fall of the city.
• The most famous event is the destruction of Dwarka by the sea after Krishna’s time.
• In Jain belief, this was not merely a physical event but also a reminder of impermanence: even the greatest kingdoms cannot remain forever.
• Krishna later met his destined end, and the fall of Dwarka is seen as part of the unfolding of karma.

Jain teaching from this story

• power is temporary
• worldly greatness is unstable
• only dharma and self-realization are lasting

In Jain literature, such stories are meant to teach detachment, restraint, and awareness of karmic consequences.