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The Swayamvar in Kanchanpur
"Noble man! We desire to know the purpose on which the Vidyadhar King has sent you here."
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"O you greatest of men! Our king has two daughters by name Mandakini and Chandramukhi. He has arranged a swayamvar for them. He has invited all kings and princes to this swayamvar. He has sent me to invite you and your royal family to this swayamvar."
"We feel grateful to King Kanakarath for having extended this invitation to us but what is the use of our attending the swayamvar. Ah! Yes. I will send our princes and the other members of the royal family to the swayamvar."
"Dear Lord! The Vidyadhar King desires amity with you. So, his desire is that you too must attend this swayamvar and accept his hospitality".
Shri Ram glanced towards Lakshman and sensed Lakshman's feelings and gave his consent to attend the swayamvar. Lakshman instructed Lav, Kush, Shridhar and other princes to get ready to go Kanchanpur. Lakshman had one hundred and fifty sons. He instructed them all to get ready for the journey.
On the appointed day, Shri Ram and the others sat in the Pushpak Viman and proceeded towards Kanchanpur.
Countless Vidyadhar Kings and Princes had arrived at Kanchanpur. All the relatives and friends of the royal family also had arrived. King Kanakarath extended a hearty welcome to them all.
A magnificent swayamvar was arranged.
Mandakini and Chandramukhi were greatly happy. Their attendants gave them detailed information about every King and prince that came to attend the Swayamvar. They were happy to hear all this. Sometimes, they were jovial and sometimes, they were serious and sometimes they felt thrilled to hear such things and sometimes they felt eager to see those Kings and princes. When Shri Ram's Pushpak Viman arrived at Kanchan
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