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Archival footage shows the Raaj Darbaar, also known as the Raj Mahal or Palace of Padrauna, located in Padrauna, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India. The structure appears in a deteriorated condition, with visible signs of age and partial structural damage. Interior and exterior sections display antique objects and architectural elements associated with the former estate. Padrauna is historically identified with the ancient site of Pava, linked to accounts of Gautama Buddha’s final meal. The region is also referenced in local traditions connected to the route of Lord Rama. The palace is associated with regional Kshatriya leadership, including references to Kuvar R.P.N. Singh. The footage documents remnants of the historic residence and its surrounding environment.
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