5 Lesser-Known Stories from Indian Mythology

When people think of Indian mythology, they usually think of Rama, Krishna, or the Mahabharata. But India’s storytelling tradition is vast, and there are countless tales that don’t always make it into mainstream conversation.

Here are five lesser-known gems:

  1. Shakuntala and Dushyanta – A story of love, loss, and reunion.

  2. King Harishchandra – The king who never told a lie, no matter the cost.

  3. Nala and Damayanti – A tale of love tested by fate.

  4. The Churning of the Ocean (Samudra Manthan) – Gods and demons working together to bring out the nectar of immortality.

  5. The Tale of Gajendra Moksha – An elephant’s devotion that moves Vishnu himself.

These stories may not be as famous as Krishna’s butter thefts or Rama’s exile, but they carry powerful morals and make incredible material for comics. At The Patel Comics, we love spotlighting these “hidden treasures” of mythology and giving kids a chance to explore the full range of India’s storytelling heritage.

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