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independence, as did
Mallideva, the Vaidumba chief of Gandikota in Muliki-nadu. In response, Prataparudra dispatched an army under the command of Juttaya Lemka Gomkaya Reddy, who successfully defeated Mallideva and captured Gandikota. Recognizing his loyalty and military prowess, Prataparudra appointed Gomkaya Reddy as the Governor of Gandikota-sima and the surrounding territories Meanwhile, in 1311 A.D.,
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with external threats, several vassals in the outlying provinces of his kingdom sought to assert their independence. Following the second Muslim invasion, Prataparudra faced significant internal challenges, particularly in the southern regions. The Telugu Chola ruler of
Nellore, Ranganatha, declared
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launched a three-pronged offensive. He deployed his generals
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commander Peda Rudra led a counter-offensive that decisively defeated
Ballala and his allies, including Sambuvaraya of Padaividu and Yadavaraya of Chandragiri. Following this victory, Peda Rudra managed to reclaim Kanchi for the
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generals significant recognition, including titles like "Pandyaraya
Gajakesari," symbolizing their valor as the "Lion to the Pandyan Elephant," referring to their triumph over the
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via a different route, ensuring a comprehensive encirclement of the Pandya forces. In a coordinated move, Prolaya Vema Reddi, a notable general, targeted the fortress of
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in 1310 A.D., which led to a civil war between his sons, Vira Pandya and
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forces into retreat. The campaign culminated in the installation of
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