Origin and History of MAHOTBHAI

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Mahotbhais are a Hindu community originating in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat, India. The Mahotbhais are a sub-caste of the Lohana community and are traditionally involved in the business of trading, manufacturing and agriculture. The origin of the Mahotbhais is believed to be from the ancient Mahabharata epic, where they were referred to as the Mahots. The Mahots were a warrior community who were said to have fought alongside the Pandavas in the great war. The Mahotbhais are believed to have migrated to Saurashtra in the early 16th century. They are said to have been part of the Lohana community which was originally from Sindh. The Mahotbhais have a long and rich cultural heritage. They are known for their strong sense of community, hospitality, and loyalty. They are also known for their colorful clothing and jewelry. The Mahotbhais have several variations in their surname, including Mahotra, Mahotani, Mahotrai, and Mahotbai. All these variations are derived from the original Mahots.