

Mahabharata Episode 69: Karna, the new Kaurava Commander-in-chief
Jul 11, 2023
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Karna's Appointment
- Duryodhana appointed Karna as the new commander-in-chief after Drona's death.
- Karna vowed to destroy the Pandavas and bring victory to the Kauravas.
The Battlefield Setup
- Karna arranged the Kaurava army in the Makara formation.
- Yudhisthira urged Arjuna to kill Karna, believing it would secure their victory.
Arjuna vs. Ashwatthama
- Ashwatthama challenged Arjuna to a duel, wanting revenge for his father Drona's death.
- Despite initial struggles, Arjuna eventually overpowered Ashwatthama.