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Apr 2017
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Mahabharata Episode 46: The Preparation

SUDIPTA BHAWMIK
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Duryodhan and Arjun seeks Krishna's support

After Abhimanyu and Uttara's wedding, the Pandavas get busy planning to claim back their Kingdom. They knew, Duryodhan wouldn't give back their due without a fight. They begin to seek alliances of powerful kings. To fight the Kauravas they need a large and strong army. Duryodhan doesn't sit idle either. He doubles his efforts to reinforce his military might. Both the parties prepare to fight the ultimate battle which now seems inevitable.


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