Shivaji's Navy: The Maratha Admiral Darya Sarang

In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into the maritime side of Shivaji Maharaj's empire, focusing on the remarkable Admiral Darya Sarang, the man who built and led the Maratha navy. They explore how Shivaji, despite being a land-based king, recognized the strategic importance of controlling the Konkan coast. Darya Sarang, born a Muslim but rising to become one of Shivaji's most trusted commanders, masterminded the construction of over 400 ships, including formidable man-of-war vessels. The episode covers key naval battles against the Siddi of Janjira, the Portuguese, and the Mughals, highlighting the innovative guerrilla tactics at sea. Lucas tells the story of the Maratha occupation of Khanderi island, the daring raids on Surat, and how the navy protected Swarajya from coastal invasions. Darya Sarang's legacy as the father of the Maratha navy is examined, along with the eventual decline of the fleet after his death. A tale of ambition, strategy, and an often-forgotten naval power in the Deccan. #ShivajiMaharaj #DaryaSarang #MarathaNavy #Vijaydurg #Suvarnadurg #Khanderi #Janjira #Siddi #Konkan #ChhatrapatiShivaji #GanimiKava #HindaviSwarajya #PortugueseIndia #MughalEmpire #NavalHistory #IndianHistory #DeccanHistory #FexingoHistory #MarathaEmpire #RaigadFort Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo