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Rani and Regent of Thanjavur Maratha kingdom

Reign	1737-1738
Predecessor	Ekoji II
Successor	Shahuji II of Thanjavur/Katturaja
Died	1738
House	Bhonsle
Religion	Hinduism

Sujana Bai Bhonsle was an important queen from the Bhonsle family. She was married to Ekoji II, who was the ruler of Thanjavur in India. After her husband passed away in 1737, Sujana Bai became the ruler herself. She led the state for about one year until 1738.

Sujana Bai's Time as Ruler

Sujana Bai became the queen of Thanjavur in 1737 after her husband, Ekoji II, died. She ruled for about a year. During her time as queen, some people tried to take power from her.

A person named Sayyid tried to control things from behind the scenes. But Sujana Bai decided to take charge. She bravely removed a person called Katturaja who was trying to become king.

However, Katturaja did not give up. He asked for help from the French people. With their support, Katturaja attacked Thanjavur. Sujana Bai was then removed from her position as queen. After this, Katturaja became the new ruler, known as Shahuji II.

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