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Prataparudra's Southern Campaign

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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
345:. Notably, his conquest of Sundara Pandya is commemorated in a grant to Brahmins at Chera-Pandya-Chaturvedi-Mangalam, with the inscription featuring a fish (Pandya symbol) topped by an elephant goad (Chera symbol), signifying his dominance. However, Ravivarman's triumphs were short-lived. The 407:. The forces that remained in Warangal were caught unprepared for such a sudden and formidable attack. Recognizing the vulnerability of his capital and the impossibility of mounting an effective defense, Prataparudra was compelled to negotiate peace with the invaders. 258:, the emperor launched a decisive campaign against the Pandya kingdom with the support of his distinguished generals Muppidi Nayaka, Recherla Era Dacha, Manavira, and Devarinayaka. This meticulously planned three-pronged assault aimed to subdue the 152:
launched a three-pronged offensive. He deployed his generals Muppidi Nayaka, Recherla Era Dacha, Manavira, and Devarinayaka to lead separate contingents, each tasked with advancing on key Pandya strongholds. Muppidi Nayaka besieged
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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
169:. This successful conquest bolstered Prataparudra’s prestige, earning his generals honors and titles, and further solidified Kakatiya dominance in the region. 190:. Seizing this opportunity, Prataparudra marched southward, where he not only supported the invasion but also suppressed Ranganatha's rebellion on his way to 637: 647: 198:
in 1310 A.D., which led to a civil war between his sons, Vira Pandya and Sundara Pandya. The turmoil was further intensified by the invasion of Hoysala
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forces into retreat. The campaign culminated in the installation of Sundara Pandya on the throne, a move that temporarily aligned the
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rulers, Vira Pandya and Sundara Pandya, who were embroiled in a bitter struggle for supremacy. Muppidi Nayaka led the siege of
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territories. Muppidi Nayaka’s victory and subsequent installation of Manavira as governor in
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to lead the assault. The timing of this attack proved to be particularly precarious for the
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was engaged in his southern campaigns, a new threat emerged from the north. In 1318 A.D.
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Sri Varadarajaswami Temple, Kanchi: A Study of Its History, Art and Architecture
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The Cambridge Shorter History of India. Edited by H.H. Dodwell
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sought Prataparudra's assistance in his campaign against the
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influence in the region. The successful campaign earned the
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Allan, J.; Haig, T. Wolseley; Dodwell, H.H. (1964-01-01).
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Taking advantage of the preoccupation of Kakatiya King
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monarch to assert control over the strategic region of
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marked a significant, though temporary, extension of
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to install Sundara Pandya on the throne, solidifying
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Abhinav Publications. p. 24. 638:Military history of India by period 648:Battles by former country involved 14: 313:around 1311-1312 AD, ruling from 138:Prataparudra's Southern Campaign 510:Sarma, M N; Sastry, M V (1995). 365:power into the southern realms. 282:This resounding victory allowed 24:Part of Prataparudra's Campaigns 19:Prataparudra's Southern Campaign 462:P.V. Parabrahma Sastry (1978). 196:Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I 513:History Culture Of The Andhras 1: 653:Wars involving medieval India 325:. His inscriptions, found in 224:launched a fierce attack on 465:The Kakatiyas (of Warangal) 379:While the Kakatiya monarch 674: 568:Raman, K. V. (June 2003). 372: 102: 98:Yadavaraya of Chandragiri 96:Shambhuvraya of Padaividu 73: 28: 23: 375:Siege of Warangal (1318) 317:. Amidst the turmoil of 643:Battles involving India 532:K.A. 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Index

Tamil Nadu
India
Kakatiya
Victory
Kakatiya Dynasty
Pandyas
Cheras
Hoysalas
Prataparudra II
Veera Ballala III
Ravivarman Kulaśēkhara
Kakatiya
Kanchi
Prataparudra II
Kanchi
Pandya
Pandyas
Kakatiya Dynasty
Prataparudra II
Alauddin Khalji
Pandyas
Kanchi
Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I
Veera Ballala III
Veera Ballala III
Kanchi
Kakatiya
Kakatiya kingdom
Kakatiya
Prataparudra II

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