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Bahubali felicitated Suweg. However, ministers of Bahildesh sent rejection letter to King Bharat. The result was definite. Both crews started preparation for war. King Bharat went towards Takshasheela along with his military. Bahubali was also geared up to welcome him. The first battle of this avasarpini began. Both were equally strong and it was impossible to speculate who will be the winner.
The battle was continued for twelve-twelve years. Masses of people died during the war. Not only public but Saudharmendra etc. deities were also staggered. To stop this destruction Saudharmendra Mahārājā himself came at battlefield and tried to convince both. One has desire for title of Sovereign whereas other was struggling to protest against injustice. Both were tenacious.
Finally, Indra Mahārājā suggested, "Oh...Greats...As you have mutual enmity you go for duel. So that innocent people will not lose their lives." Both accepted suggestion of Indra Mahārājā. Indra Mahārājā shown five types of combats-battle of sight (Drashti Yuddha), debate, wrestling, boxing and battle of stick (Dand Yuddha)
Both military calm downed. Mighty commanders put downed their weapons and were eager to see heroism of their lords. In the sky deities were also watching their combat.
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