Kamlapati Dabhade

Kamlapati Dabhade was a prominent Maratha noble and leader in 18th-century India, associated with the Peshwa's forces and the region of Gujarat. As a member of the Dabhade family, he held significant military and administrative authority, overseeing territories and contributing to the Maratha empire’s expansion. His role involved both warfare and governance, helping to establish Maratha influence over western India. Kamlapati's leadership exemplifies the regional power structures within the expanding Maratha state, reflecting the importance of local chieftains in the broader political and military landscape of 18th-century India.