After the great war, Yudhishthira was crowned the king of Hastinapur. The kingdom needed a yajna to restore peace and prosperity, but the treasury was empty. The recent war had drained all resources. Yudhishthira sought advice from the sage Veda Vyasa, who directed him to the Himalayas.
Vyasa told the Pandavas about a hidden treasure. Long ago, a king named Maruta from the lineage of Ishwaku had performed a grand yajna there. After donating generously, King Maruta still had vast amounts of gold left. He had stored this wealth in a secret location in the Himalayas, but over time, it had been forgotten.
Yudhishthira, along with his brothers, embarked on the quest to find this lost treasure. They traveled through the rugged terrain of the Himalayas, determined to restore the kingdom’s glory. After much effort, they located the treasure. It was a vast collection of gold pots, jewelry, precious stones, and golden utensils.
This immense wealth was more than enough to fill the empty coffers of Hastinapur. With this newfound treasure, Yudhishthira could now undertake the grand Ashwamedha Yajna. The yajna was not just a ritual; it symbolized the restoration of order and prosperity in the kingdom.
The successful recovery of the treasure and the subsequent yajna marked a new beginning for Hastinapur. It showcased Yudhishthira’s dedication to his kingdom and his willingness to go to great lengths to ensure its well-being.