Chattagahaka Jantu (a.k.a. Chhattagahaka) was king of Anuradhapura for about one year from 434 AD to 435 AD. He succeeded his wife's stepbrother Soththisena and was succeeded by Mittasena.

Chattagahaka Jantu
King of Anuradhapura
Reign434 – 435
PredecessorSoththisena
SuccessorMittasena
DynastyHouse of Lambakanna I

He was from the House of Lambakanna I. Prince Jantu had the office of Chattagahaka before he became king. He was the husband of Princess Sanghā, the daughter of King Mahānāma (410-432).[1] He succeeded his wife's step brother Soththisena as the king of Anuradhapura. He was succeeded by Mittasena. The Chief Minister wanted to ascend the throne himself, but enthroned Mittasena as his puppet ruler.

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Chattagahaka Jantu
Born: ? ? Died: ? ?
Regnal titles
Preceded by King of Anuradhapura
434–435
Succeeded by