Wisdom Calling

  Draupadi and Bhima stand as enduring symbols of justice and righteousness in the epic Mahabharata. Dr. Vadiraja Kalluraya, a Lecturer and Yakshana Artist, shed light on their significance during a guest lecture organized by the Karkala Sahitya Sangha. He began by highlighting the timeless relevance of the values upheld by Draupadi and Bhima. Draupadi, born from fire personified both love and a burning desire for justice. Despite her royal lineage, she resolutely adhered to her duty as a devoted wife to the Pandavas, even through the tumultuous highs and lows of her life. Dr. Kalluraya pointed out an example of Draupadi's remarkable tolerance during the Virata Parva, where she endured the unwarranted advances of Kichaka, showcasing her remarkable resilience. He emphasized that Draupadi's experiences are not just hers alone but reverberate beyond her individual journey, resonating with the collective challenges confronted by women. Moreover, Draupadi's reliance on Bhima...