Ghatotkacha, the mighty Rakshasa son of Bhima and Hidimba, combined supernatural strength with fierce loyalty to the Pandavas. Towering in stature and skilled in sorcery, he struck terror into the Kaurava army, devastating their ranks with illusions and unmatched power, especially at night when his rakshasa abilities were strongest. His most significant contribution came on the 14th day of the war, when he unleashed havoc on the battlefield, forcing Karna to use his divine Shakti weapon, reserved for Arjuna. Ghatotkacha’s death was thus a strategic sacrifice, saving Arjuna and ensuring the Pandavas’ survival. Remembered as both warrior and protector, Ghatotkacha’s life symbolizes devotion, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between father and son.
