Summary



After the cremation Hanuman sought Rama's permission to enter Kishkinda along with his retinue. He also wanted Rama to accompany them but Rama declined the invitation to enter the city as it was against his vow of exile. He asked Hanuman to crown Sugriva and advised Sugriva to proclaim Angada as his heir. Sugriva stepped into the city as thousands of monkeys greeted him with joy. The Vanara chiefs paid him their obeisance and Kishkinda wore a festive look as banners and flags fluttered. Anointed with the most precious of unguents, bejeweled and bedecked in finery, Sugriva was crowned king and soon after Angada was installed heir apparent.