In the sand of Rajasthan, not only the stories of palaces and wars are buried, but in the winds there still resonates the legacy of love which has never faded over time. One such folklore is – the love story of Mahendra and Mumal, which is still alive in folk songs, stories and publicity. This story is not only of love, but also of the cycle of faith, waiting, misfortune and misunderstandings that turned an immortal love into disguise.
When Sindh’s princess Mumal became the queen of hearts
This story begins with Lodharwa (present -day Pakistan) of Sindh, where Princess Mumal was famous for her beauty, intelligence and mysterious personality. Mumal used to organize a competition in her palace in which the prince who would solve his puzzle will become her life partner. Many kings and emperors tried, but all failed.
When the prince of Marwar became Mumal’s crazy
Rajkumar Mahendra from Jalmer region of Rajasthan, who was known for his courage and intelligence, reaches Lodharwa after hearing the news of Mumal. He solved the puzzle and as soon as he met Mumal, a unique attraction between the two flourished. This love slowly deepened and hid in the walls of Mumal-Rajmahal and started meeting Mahendra.
Night nights of love and destiny game
Mumal and Mahendra met within the secret tunnels and palaces of the palace. Mumal once called Mahendra to him, but it was not easy to protect the palace and cross Maya. Mahendra crossed every challenge, but one night luck took such a turn that his love turned into a tragedy.
One night mistake and end of love
Mahendra came to meet that night, but Mumal could not immediately recognize her for some reason and was sitting with her confidant Nurmahal. In the dark, Mahendra got this scene in misunderstanding. He thought Mumal was cheating on him. He went back without saying anything, the heart was broken. When Mumal came to know that Mahendra had abandoned everything without hearing, she was filled with sorrow. Mumal sent letters to Mahendra, made the messages with messengers, but Mahendra’s agony was so deep that he did not return.
Sad end – tomb of love
Mumal constantly waited, cried, tortured, but when he was convinced that Mahendra would not come back now, he gave up his life. When Mahendra received the news of Mumal’s death, he drowned in regrets and went to the same place and committed self -immolation. This tragic love story ended at the burning pyre – where both lovers became immortal, but could not meet.
Cultural significance of the story of Mumal-Mahendra
Even today, the love story of Mumal-Mahendra in Rajasthan and Sindh region is alive through folk songs, stories and staging. Mumal’s palace in Jaisalmer and Thar areas is still an exciting place for tourists and love story lovers. Mumal’s story has become an example of love, confusion and sacrifice.
