सर्गः २५
In which Ravana finds Meghanada crowned with Shiva boons, hears Madhu stole Kumbhinasi, marches to Madhupura and spares him for heaven campaign.
Ravana enters Nikumbhila and embraces sacrificing Meghanada — Ushanas lists seven sacrifices and Shiva boons — Ravana scolds honoring foes and leads household home — Vibhishana rebukes seizure of wailing women — Vibhishana reveals Madhu stole Kumbhinasi slaying ministers — Ravana musters vast host for Madhu and heaven — Vibhishana stays in Lanka practicing dharma — Kumbhinasi begs life of husband and wins pardon — Madhu honors Ravana and joins heaven campaign at Kailasa