Kichaka
In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, Kichaka or Keechaka is the commander-in-chief of Matsya kingdom, the country ruled by King Virata. He was the younger brother of Sudeshna, the queen of Virata. Kichaka was a very powerful man and had immense strength. He saved Virata's kingdom many times from foes. He was killed by Bhima because he was harassing Draupadi and received a punishment.
| Kichaka | |
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Keechak tries to molest Sairandhri (Draupadi), painting by Raja Ravi Varma. | |
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| Weapon | Gada |
| Family | Sucharita (daughter)
Sudeshna (elder sister), Virata (brother-in-law) Uttara, Uttarā, and Shankha (nephew - niece) |
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