Meghnath, also known as Indrajit, was a powerful warrior and the eldest son of the demon king Ravana in the Hindu epic Ramayana. His role in the Ramayana is primarily as a skilled warrior who fights on the side of Ravana against Lord Rama and his army.
Meghnath is known for his exceptional powers and abilities, which include:
- Mastery over the Vedas and Shastras: Meghnath was an accomplished scholar and was well-versed in the ancient Hindu scriptures.
- Power of invisibility: Meghnath possessed the power of invisibility, which made him virtually invincible in battle.
- Boon of immortality: Meghnath had received a boon from Lord Brahma that he could only be killed by a person who had never slept for 14 years. This made him almost invincible, as such a person was rare to find.
- Command over the elements: Meghnath had control over the five elements of nature – earth, water, fire, air, and ether.
- Mastery over celestial weapons: Meghnath was an expert in using celestial weapons, including the Brahmastra and the Pashupatastra.
Despite his powers, Meghnath was ultimately defeated and killed by Lord Rama, who fulfilled the conditions of the boon by having spent 14 years in exile without sleeping.