Shivaji's Siege of Panhala: The Fort That Defied an Army

In this episode of Shivaji Maharaj: The Warrior King Who Changed Indian History, Lucas and Luna explore one of the most dramatic chapters of Shivaji's early career: the siege of Panhala in 1660. With the Maratha king trapped inside the mountain fortress by a massive Adil Shahi army under Siddi Jauhar, the story unfolds through a desperate plan, a daring escape, and the ultimate sacrifice of his loyal bodyguard, Baji Prabhu Deshpande. Learn how the terrain of the Western Ghats was used as a weapon, how a single pass named Ghod Khind became a legend, and how this defeat in the field became a symbol of Maratha resilience. Along the way, Lucas brings in details about Panhala's unique architecture, the politics of the Deccan sultanates, and the enduring legacy of Baji Prabhu. This episode is for anyone who loves stories of courage against impossible odds. #ShivajiMaharaj #Panhala #SiegeOfPanhala #BajiPrabhuDeshpande #GhodKhind #MarathaEmpire #AdilShahi #SiddiJauhar #DeccanHistory #IndianHistory #MarathaWarriors #FortSiege #Escape #Sacrifice #WesternGhats #Sahyadri #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo