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== Battle ==

Tanaji Malusare, accompanied by a small contingent of [[Marathi people|Maratha]] troops, embarked on a daring night assault to reclaim [[Sinhagad|Sinhagad Fort]]. The mission was fraught with peril, as the fort was heavily guarded by [[Mughal Empire|Mughal forces]] under the command of Udaybhan Rathod, a formidable warrior in his own right. Under the cover of darkness, Tanaji and his men scaled the steep and treacherous cliffs of the fort using innovative tactics and sheer determination. They encountered fierce resistance but managed to breach the fort's defenses. The battle was fierce and intense, with hand-to-hand combat being the order of the night. Tanaji Malusare led from the front, inspiring his troops with his bravery. The tide of the battle turned in favor of the Marathas due to their relentless assault and strategic prowess. Despite the overwhelming odds, Tanaji Malusare and his troops managed to secure the fort. However, Tanaji himself was mortally wounded in the final stages of the battle. His death was a profound loss for the Marathas, but his sacrifice became a symbol of ultimate bravery and dedication. The Marathas' victory at Sinhagad Fort was a significant morale booster for Shivaji Maharaj's forces and a critical setback for the Mughal Empire in their efforts to dominate the region. The recapture of the fort demonstrated the Maratha's tactical brilliance and their unwavering resolve to defend their sovereignty..<ref>{{cite book|last=Gordon|first=Stewart|title=The Marathas 1600-1818|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=iHK-BhVXOU4C&pg=PA79|volume=2|year=1993|publisher=Cambridge University Press|page=79|isbn=9780521033169|quote=The first and most spectacular success was the capture of Sinhagad fort. It was taken by scaling very difficult walls by the means of rope ladders in a night raid which culminated in a hand to hand combat inside the fort. The raid was led by Tanhaji Malsure, who was killed in the battle.}}</ref>

== Aftermath ==