The Mahabharata is one of the greatest epics of India and has been translated into numerous Indian and foreign languages over the centuries. Its translation is not merely a linguistic exercise but also a literary, cultural, philosophical, and historical undertaking. The epic contains nearly one hundred thousand verses and covers a wide range of subjects, including ethics, politics, religion, philosophy, warfare, social values, and human emotions. Therefore, translating the Mahabharata demands a deep understanding of both the source and target languages as well as the cultural contexts associated with the text. The earliest translations of the Mahabharata were carried out in regional Indian languages to make its teachings accessible to common people. These translations often adapted the original Sanskrit text according to local traditions, customs, and literary styles. Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Hindi, Assamese, and Odia versions became highly influential in their respective literary traditions. Many translators did not produce literal translations but recreated the epic in forms that suited the linguistic and cultural preferences of their audiences. One of the most remarkable historical translations was the Persian