The Shah Dynasty Conquest of the Kathmandu Valley
In this episode, we explore the pivotal moment when Prithvi Narayan Shah of Gorkha finally conquered the Kathmandu Valley in 1769, ending centuries of Malla rule. We dive into the Siege of Kantipur (Kathmandu city), the role of the British East India Company's failed intervention under Captain Kinloch, and the controversial 'nose-and-lip mutilation' of Kirtipur's defenders. We discuss the strategic brilliance of Prithvi Narayan Shah's blockade of the valley's trade routes, the betrayal by the Malla kings of Patan and Bhaktapur who did not unite against him, and the long-term consequences of the Gorkha victory, including the unification of Nepal under the Shah dynasty. We also touch on the legendary 'Dibya Upadesh' (Divine Counsel) that guided Prithvi Narayan Shah's policies. Join us for a deep dive into one of South Asia's most consequential conquests.
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