Vinata is the vanara chief who leads the eastern search for Sita.
RoleVanara of Kishkindha
Appears inRamayana
GroupVanaras and bears
KingdomKishkindha
First appearsKishkindha Kanda, Sarga 40
Sargas2 in the Valmiki Ramayana
Frequently asked questions
Who led the eastern search for Sita?
The vanara chief Vinata.
What did Vinata find?
No trace of Sita; the eastern party returned empty-handed.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Kishkindha Kanda (sargas 4.40, 4.47)
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