In the 14th century, Ajai Pal unified Garhwal’s 52 warring forts, establishing a cultural kingdom from 1358 to 1389 CE. As a Gorakh Panthi devotee, he promoted music, dance, and temples like Kedarnath. His reign is marked by art, faith, and unity, earning him the title “Father of Garhwal,” with a lasting legacy.

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