Kingdom of the Mahabharata
Pundra
पुण्ड्र
Kingdom of Paundraka Vasudeva, the false Krishna
Pundra (Northern Bengal, identified with Mahasthangarh (Pundravardhana), Bangladesh): Kingdom of Paundraka Vasudeva, the false Krishna, located at coordinates 24.96°N, 89.34°E.
Key Facts
| Type | Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit name | पुण्ड्र |
| Coordinates | 24.96°N, 89.34°E |
| Modern location | Northern Bengal, identified with Mahasthangarh (Pundravardhana), Bangladesh |
| Significance | Kingdom of Paundraka Vasudeva, the false Krishna |
About Pundra
The eastern kingdom of Paundraka Vasudeva, the king who styled himself the 'true Vasudeva' and imitated Krishna's emblems until Krishna destroyed him. Bhima subdued Pundra during his eastern digvijaya (Sabha Parva).
Why it matters: Kingdom of Paundraka Vasudeva, the false Krishna
Rulers and Custodians
- Paundraka Vasudeva
Details
- Hubris
- Paundraka demanded Krishna surrender the discus and conch
On the Map
Pundra
Pundra sits at 24.96°N, 89.34°E, in Northern Bengal, identified with Mahasthangarh (Pundravardhana), Bangladesh.
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