Subhadrā Haraṇa Parva follows Arjuna during the later phase of his exile, where fate pulls him toward Dwaraka and a life-altering union. It narrates how Krishna guides Arjuna through the delicate, strategic, and symbolic act of eloping with Subhadra, turning a personal choice into a political masterstroke. The episode highlights the contrast between societal norms, royal expectations, and the boldness Arjuna displays in charting his own path. It also shows how this marriage strengthens the Pandavas’ alliance network and reshapes the geopolitical map long before the war begins.