A battle that shook India. A defeat that reshaped history.
The Third Battle of Panipat (1761) was not just a clash of armies—it was a moment that altered the destiny of the Indian subcontinent. In this deeply researched and compelling work, Raj Pawar takes readers beyond the battlefield to uncover the political failures, strategic decisions, and human sacrifices that led to one of the most decisive confrontations in Indian history.

At the height of Maratha power, Sadashivrao Bhau and Vishwasrao marched north to protect Indian sovereignty against Ahmad Shah Abdali’s Afghan forces. What followed was a struggle marked by hunger, diplomacy, betrayal, courage, and unmatched sacrifice—ending in tragedy, yet laying the groundwork for India’s future resistance.

What this book explores

✔ The decline of the Mughal Empire after Aurangzeb
✔ The rise of Maratha power from Shivaji Maharaj to the Peshwas
✔ Afghan invasions and the ambitions of Ahmad Shah Abdali
✔ Forgotten heroes like Dattaji Shinde, Ibrahim Khan Gardi, and Balwantrao Mehendale
✔ Detailed battle formations, strategies, and military planning
✔ The devastating aftermath of Panipat—and how the Marathas rose again

More than a battle narrative

Unlike most books that focus only on 14 January 1761, Echoes of Panipat explains why the battle became inevitable. It examines diplomacy, alliances, internal rivalries, supply lines, leadership decisions, and the political vacuum that followed—eventually enabling the rise of colonial power in India.

This book presents history in clear, accessible language, without fiction or exaggeration, while remaining faithful to documented historical sources and scholarly research.

Why readers will value this book

• Comprehensive and structured historical analysis
• Ideal for students, history enthusiasts, and serious readers
• Maps, charts, character tables, and timelines for clarity
• Balanced narrative with respect for all sides
• Written with passion, discipline, and academic responsibility

A story of loss, courage, and legacy

The defeat at Panipat did not end the Marathas—it tested them. Within a decade, they returned stronger, proving that history is not decided by a single day, but by the spirit of those who refuse to surrender.

Echoes of Panipat is a tribute to that spirit.