Shivaji Maharaj's Secret Weapon & The Maratha Empire's Untold Story | Ft. Maj Gen Vijay Ranade

<p>In this episode of Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai, Maj Gen Vijay Ranade takes us through the extraordinary story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, one of India&#39;s most formidable military strategists and the founder of the Maratha Empire. </p><p>From his fearless approach to warfare and ingenious battle tactics to the strategic use of forts, terrain and unconventional weapons, the conversation explores how Shivaji Maharaj challenged powerful adversaries despite being outnumbered. Discover the thinking behind his surprise attacks, guerrilla warfare techniques, naval ambitions and ability to turn geographical advantages into military strength. </p><p>The discussion also examines how his leadership, intelligence networks and vision helped lay the foundations of the Maratha Empire, leaving behind a military legacy that continues to shape India&#39;s history.</p><p>Get Maj Gen Ranade&#39;s Book about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: https://www.amazon.in/Unconquered-King-Chhatrapati-Shivaji-Maharaj/dp/9349934906/</p><p>📢 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Share this video! Your engagement helps us bring more such content.</p><p>✅ Subscribe to Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai for more updates </p><p>Connect with us: experttalkwithbhavyadesai@gmail.com</p><p>Chapters:00:00 - Introduction</p><p>01:10 - Who was Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?</p><p>03:04 - Geopolitics of Medieval India &amp; The Deccan Sultanates</p><p>05:25 - Shahaji Raje&#39;s Vision &amp; The Roots in Pune</p><p>07:54 - The Oath of Swarajya at Rohideshwar</p><p>10:20 - Capturing the First Forts &amp; Redefining Governance</p><p>14:03 - Baramaval &amp; Building the Maratha Army</p><p>17:48 - Peak Expansion of the Maratha Empire</p><p>21:34 - The Two-Front War: Siddhi Jauhar &amp; Shaista Khan</p><p>24:14 - Escape from Panhala &amp; Shiva Kashid’s Sacrifice</p><p>27:14 - The Legendary Battle of Pavankhind &amp; Baji Prabhu Deshpande</p><p>29:05 - The Daring Surgical Strike on Shaista Khan at Lal Mahal</p><p>33:58 - The Encounter with Afzal Khan &amp; The Wagh Nakh</p><p>47:11 - The Ambush at Pratapgad</p><p>50:18 - Tanaji Malusare &amp; The Epic Conquest of Sinhagad</p><p>58:40 - Conclusion &amp; Teaser for Part 2</p><p><br></p><p>📢Follow us on Social Media:</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/</p><p>X: https://www.twitter.com/ETwithBhavyaD/</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/experttalkwithbhav