A king in Ikshvaku’s dynasty, also known as Dilipa. He was the son of Kanmashapada’s grandson as per Bhagavata Navamaskanda. Kanmashapada – Ashmaka – Mulaka – Khadwanga. He was a rajarishi and once pleased a god enough to understand his lifespan. The king then gave the reins of his kingdom to his advisors and devoted himself to prayers as per Bhagavata Dwitiyaskanda.

Khadwanga was the son of Ilibila and was also known as Dilipa as per Mahabharata. He was amongst the 16 greatest kings of ancient India along with Marutta, Suhotra, Paurava, Shibi, Rama, Bhageeratha, Ambarish, Maandaata, Yayati, Shashabindu, Gaya, Rantideva, Bharata, Pridhu, and Parashurama.

Khadwanga conducted a hundred yajnas and gained a lot of respect. Indra too was present for one of the yajnas, and the devas blessed him as per Mahabharata Dronaparva Chapter 61.