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Dalit Kingdom

Raja Asha Bhil Raja Asha Bhil (also spelled राजा आशा भील , Raja Aasha Bhil , Maharaja Asha Bhil , or Asha Palli ) is a historical and legendary Bhil tribal king (भील राजा) primarily associated with the founding and early rule of the settlement that later became Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India. Key Details Role and Contribution : According to Bhil community traditions, local folklore, and some historical references, Raja Asha Bhil is credited as the  founder  or  ruler  who established or developed the town known as  Ashaval  (also called  Ashapalli ,  Asha Palli , or  Yashoval ). This settlement was located on the banks of the  Sabarmati River . Bhil narratives describe him as a brave ( शौर्यवान ), valiant ( प्रतापी ), and compassionate ( दयावान ) king who built a prosperous habitation there, laying foundations for infrastructure like roads, water sources, and possibly early industries or settlements. Region and Empire : His domain repor...