Episode 2 of 3
Breach and Jauhar
- When
- 22 February 1568
- Where
- Chittorgarh Fort
- Part of
- Siege of Chittorgarh (1568)
Mughals breached walls on 22 February 1568; Rajput women committed Jauhar.
On 22 February 1568, Mughals breached the walls at several locations. Jaimal Rathore was killed by a musket shot. That night, Rajput women committed Jauhar to protect their honour from the Mughals.
Sources
- Siege of Chittorgarh (1567–1568) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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