The Mahabharata, one of the world’s greatest epics, is a profound source of beliefs, values, and legends that are deeply intertwined with Indian life. The Samsad Companion to The Mahabharata offers a modern reader an accessible gateway into this vast world, with detailed entries on characters, events, and relationships, as well as the epic’s background and key moments like the Kurukshetra battle. This companion provides a valuable reference for anyone interested in understanding the depth of the Mahabharata, bringing it closer to the thought and imagination of every Indian.