In the epic battle of the Ramayana, Ravana, the demon king of Lanka, was determined to annihilate his enemies. Among his many warriors was the formidable demon Dhumraksha. Known for his fierce fighting skills and loyalty to Ravana, Dhumraksha was entrusted with the critical task of hunting and killing Rama, Lakshmana, and their vanara (monkey) allies.
Despite his allegiance to Ravana, Dhumraksha harbored a deep
respect for Rama and Lakshmana. As he prepared to enter the battlefield, he
couldn't help but notice several ill omens. These ominous signs hinted at the
dire consequences that awaited him, but his duty to Ravana propelled him
forward.
Armed with a massive mace, Dhumraksha stormed onto the
battlefield with a terrifying roar. He swung his mace with deadly precision,
crushing many vanaras under its weight. The vanaras, despite their courage,
began to flee in terror before the relentless onslaught of the demon.
Amidst the chaos, Hanuman, the mighty monkey god and ardent
devotee of Rama, witnessed his comrades' retreat. Filled with righteous anger
and a burning desire to protect his friends, Hanuman confronted Dhumraksha.
Standing tall and fearless, Hanuman challenged the demon, "Fight me, if
you can."
Dhumraksha, confident in his strength, accepted the
challenge. Hanuman, in a display of his incredible power, lifted a massive
boulder and hurled it towards Dhumraksha's chariot. The boulder crashed into
the chariot, obliterating it and killing the charioteer and the horses
instantly.
Enraged by this act, Dhumraksha swung his mighty mace at
Hanuman. The mace struck Hanuman with a thunderous impact, but to the demon's
astonishment, it shattered into pieces upon contact with Hanuman's body.
Hanuman remained unfazed and advanced towards the demon with a fierce
determination.
With a swift and powerful slap, Hanuman sent Dhumraksha
crashing to the ground. The force of the blow left the demon stunned and
vulnerable. Seizing the opportunity, Hanuman unleashed a barrage of kicks, each
one delivering a bone-crushing impact. Unable to withstand the ferocious
assault, Dhumraksha succumbed to his injuries and died on the battlefield.
The defeat of Dhumraksha served as a significant blow to
Ravana's forces and a testament to Hanuman's unparalleled strength and valor.
It also reinforced the unwavering spirit of the vanaras and their dedication to
the righteous cause led by Rama.