Hambirrao Mohite
Hambirrao Mohite | |
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Samadhi of Senapati Hammbirrao Mohite | |
| 5th Senapati of the Maratha Empire | |
| Monarchs | Shivaji I Sambhaji |
| Preceded by | Anandrao |
| Succeeded by | Maloji Ghorpade |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1630 |
| Died | December 1687 (aged 56–57) |
| Children | Tarabai |
| Parent | Sambhaji Mohite |
| Occupation | general |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Maratha Empire |
| Branch/service | Maratha Army |
| Years of service | 1674–1687 |
| Battles/wars | |
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Hansaji Mohite (1630 – December 1687), popularly known as Hambir Rao Mohite, was a prominent Maratha general who held the esteemed position of the 5th Senapati of the Maratha Army during the reign of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He was recognized for his exceptional military prowess and successfully led various campaigns on behalf of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, subsequently continuing his service under Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.
Hambirrao's true name was Hansaji, and the title Hambir Rao was bestowed upon him by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in 1674. His descendants continued the title of Hambir Rao.