Dhritarashtra: (Sanskrit

Dhritarashtra (Sanskrit: धृतराष्ट्र, ISO-15919: Dhr̥tarāṣṭra) was a Kuru king who featured heavily in the Hindu epic Mahabharata as the interim King of the Kuru Kingdom with its capital at Hastinapur.... Dhritarashtra is a multifaceted figure across various Hindu and Jain texts, most notably the Mahabharata . He is primarily known as the blind king of the Kuru dynasty and the father of the Kauravas, including Duryodhana. Dhritarashtra ’s life was marked by triumphs and tragedies, making him a complex and intriguing character in Hindu mythology. To learn more about this fascinating ruler, click on the video below! The Mahabharata, through Dhritarashtra 's story, emphasizes the importance of impartiality, justice, and adherence to ethical principles in leadership. Dhritarashtra 's spiritual blindness is a profound and multifaceted symbol in the Mahabharata.