The Maratha Ditch of Calcutta was a defensive trench built in the 18th century amid fears of Maratha Bargi raids in Bengal. But why was this three-mile trench constructed, who paid for it, and how did it become part of Calcutta’s colonial history? In this Indian history documentary, we explore the story behind the Maratha Ditch, the devastating Bargi raids of the 1740s, and the fear that spread across Bengal under Nawab Alivardi Khan. Discover how wealthy Indian merchants helped finance the project, why the planned seven-mile trench was never completed, and how this defensive barrier shaped the geography and social divisions of colonial Calcutta. We also examine the 1756 capture of Calcutta by Siraj ud-Daulah, the failure of the city’s defenses, and the events that preceded the Battle of Plassey in 1757. From the Maratha raids to the rise of British power, the story of the Maratha Ditch reveals how fear, trade, colonial rule, and urban boundaries shaped the history of Kolkata. Watch till the end to discover what happened to the trench and whether its legacy still influences how we think about cities and social divisions today. Subscribe for more Indian history documentaries, untold historical stories, and deep dives into the past. #MarathaDitch #IndianHistory #HistoryOfKolkata This story is presented by Siddharth Singh Through the annals of history, our storyteller Siddharth Singh, brings to you the most exciting stories about ancient India, mythology, unknown mysteries and fascinating facts from the past.. Connect with the rich and diverse heritage of our incredible nation through our meticulously curated ‘History Connect’ channel. Stay updated with all the hidden information gems from India, and the inside story behind the most important historical developments. Get ready to be transported back in time! Contact us at : historyconnect@newshumlog.com 🔗𝗧𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲, 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁: For regular videos, updates & more, subscribe to our YouTube channel. Follow us on 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 → https://www.facebook.com/historyconnect1 Follow us on 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 → https://www.instagram.com/history.connect/ Follow Siddharth on Insta→https://www.instagram.com/sid_hinduite Follow us on 𝗧𝘄𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 → https://twitter.com/historyconect Connect With Us 🤝 WhatsApp : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaz5EQ1I1rcs8qGfWG42 Telegram: https://t.me/VidNews_HistoryConnect