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CNBC TV1807-01-2026, 20:07

India's Unconquered Forts: Five Bastions That Defied All Odds in Battle

  • Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur: Founded by Rao Jodha, this Rathore stronghold was never militarily conquered, only occupied through political submission.
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort, Udaipur: Known as 'The Great Wall of India,' it was breached only once due to water shortage, not military defeat.
  • Murud-Janjira Fort: A formidable maritime fortress off Murud, it successfully resisted Maratha, Mughal, and Portuguese attacks due to its offshore location.
  • Gingee Fort, Tamil Nadu: The 'Troy of the East,' now a UNESCO site, was strategically designed to withstand prolonged sieges by various dynasties.
  • Bhangarh Fort, Rajasthan: Built by Raja Madho Singh, this fortified township declined naturally due to political changes, never conquered in battle.

Why It Matters: These five Indian forts stand as testaments to strategic design and resilience, remaining unconquered in battle.

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