Veer Durgadas Rathore

In Jodhpur, the statue of Veer Durgadas Rathore was recently unveiled by India's defence minister.

About Veer Durgadas Rathore (1638-1718)

He had defied Aurangzeb and was the Rathore Rajput General of the Kingdom of Marwar.
A well-known warrior who is credited with leading the rebellion against the Mughals.
During the Rajput War, Durgadas Rathore oversaw the Rathore army (1679–1707)
Played a significant part in the Rajput Rebellion (1708–1710), which was one of the key causes of the Mughal Empire's downfall.
Along with Raja Jai Singh II of Jaipur, he was chosen as the revolt's leader.
He rebuilt a large number of temples destroyed by the Mughal army of Aurangzeb. He also gave courage to the Hindus to stand up against the oppression of Aurangzeb
Admired as a representation of dedication, courage, honesty, and societal harmony.
He fought against societal division-causing forces.
The great warrior died on the banks of Shipra River at Ujjain on November 22, 1978. His canopy in red stone is still at the Chakratirtha, Ujjain, which is a pilgrimage for all freedom fighters and Rajputs.

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Source: The Hindu

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