Baji Prabhu Deshpande

ModernGeneralIndia1615 — 1660

Maratha commander who held Ghod Khind pass to death.

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Quick Facts

Born

1615

Died

1660

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)55

Political (20%)60

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)69

Strategy (15%)35

Total Score50.6

Baji Prabhu Deshpande — Complete Timeline

1660 AD

Battle of Ghod KhindWar

Baji Prabhu Deshpande led a small Maratha force to hold the Ghod Khind pass against a larger Adil Shahi army. He delayed the enemy long enough for Shivaji to escape from Panhala Fort to Vishalgad.

BattleMarathaSacrifice

Impact: regionaltragic

Death at Ghod KhindWar◆ Major

Baji Prabhu Deshpande was killed in the Battle of Ghod Khind after holding the pass for several hours. He sustained multiple wounds but continued fighting until Shivaji reached safety.

DeathBattleSacrifice

Impact: regionaltragic