"The History of Bangalore" explores Bangalore's evolution from its early beginnings in the 8th century AD through the eras of princely rule, the rise of the British Raj, and ultimately, the dawn of Indian independence in 1947. Join us as we uncover the power struggles, alliances, and battles that shaped this dynamic city. Expect a captivating blend of scholarly research and engaging storytelling. We'll delve into the reigns of powerful kings, the rise and fall of empires, and the events that forged Bangalore into the prominent city it is today. Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about Bangalore's roots, this podcast is for you. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 You can follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photographs: Asha Thadani
The inevitable collision has arrived. Ramjee Chandran details the opening gambit of the First Anglo-Mysore War, where the strategic preparations of the previous years are finally tested on the battlefield. As a British-Nizam coalition marches with the explicit goal of reducing the Fort of Bangalore, Hyder Ali chooses not to wait behind his walls. Instead, he descends from the plateau to force a confrontation at Chengam. This episode explores the harsh reality of 18th-century warfare: a world where victory isn't just about musketry and maneuvers, but about the brutal, grinding logic of logistics and endurance.Key Details from the Script: The Target - Bangalore: The 1766 Treaty of Hyderabad between the British and the Nizam included a specific operational plan to reduce the fort of Bangalore. The Strategy of Movement: Rather than waiting for a siege, Hyder Ali moved first, descending into the low coastal plains of the Carnatic to cut British supply lines and choose the terms of the engagement. The Battle of Chengam (September 3, 1767): A British force of 6,000, led by Colonel Joseph Smith, faced a massive combined army of nearly 70,000 under Hyder Ali and the Nizam. Tactical vs. Strategic Results: While the British held their formation against overwhelming numbers, they were forced into a harrowing 27-hour retreat to Tiruvannamalai due to a critical lack of food and supplies. The Lesson of Chengam: The battle proved that while British discipline made them hard to break in a frontal fight, Hyder's superior cavalry and "scorched earth" tactics made conventional British movement and supply extremely dangerous. A War of Endurance: The conflict shifted from a search for a single decisive battle to a war of logistics and the ability to keep an army fed and functional in the field. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In this episode, Ramjee Chandran explores how Hyder Ali sought to neutralize the British East India Company's greatest strength: its maritime dominance. Facing a superior military power, Mysore didn't just react; it studied the problem and built a coherent, systematic response. By securing the Canara coast and establishing a formidable navy, Hyder Ali and later Tipu Sultan aimed to deny the British their maritime monopoly. From the shipyards of Mangalore to the strategic alliance with France, discover how Mysore became the only 18th-century Indian state capable of meeting the British on their own terms—at sea. Key Details from the Script: The Strategy of Neutralization: Hyder Ali identified maritime hegemony as the basis of British power and sought to neutralize it through two main answers: a strong navy and a strategic relationship with France. The Mysore Navy: While often overlooked in history, the Mysore Navy was a "coherent, systematic, serious response" to British expansion, involving a fleet built for strategic purposes rather than just coastal defense. The Hukmnamah of 1796: This document by Tipu Sultan later formalized the naval strategies and structures that Hyder Ali had begun on the Canara coast. The Global Chessboard: The Mysore strategy was designed to convert the opponent's strength into a liability by challenging the British maritime monopoly that their entire power in India depended upon. The Gathering Storm: By the end of this period, the fleet was built, arsenals were stocked, and the British coalition was forming—with two battalions and six cannon specifically committed to the objective of reducing the fort of Bangalore. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
By 1761, Hyder Ali was the de facto ruler of Mysore, but he inherited a state that was chronically underfunded and prone to military mutiny. Ramjee Chandran explores the two strategic masterstrokes that changed everything: the conquest of the massive treasury at Bidanur and the acquisition of a coastline on the Canara coast. This episode details how these "strategic foundations" allowed Hyder to build a permanent, salaried army and a navy, setting him on a direct collision course with the East India Company. We witness the diplomatic maneuvers of the Treaty of Hyderabad, which formally obligated the British to attack Bengaluru, and Hyder's decisive choice to strike first. Key Details from the Script: The Bidanur Windfall (1763): Hyder seized the capital of the Ikkeri Nayakas, securing a hoard of gold and jewels valued at twelve million pounds sterling. This "sovereign wealth fund" allowed him to pay all military arrears and clear the threat of mutiny. A Professional Standing Army: Using the Bidanur wealth, Hyder built a permanent, salaried force trained in European methods and loyal to the institution of the state rather than individual commanders. The Maritime Pivot: Hyder annexed vital ports like Mangalore and Honnavar, building a navy and a naval arsenal to challenge British maritime dominance and import weaponry directly from Europe. The Northern Circars Strategy: To connect their power centers in Bengal and Madras, the Company seized the Northern Circars from the Nizam of Hyderabad via a Mughal decree, outraging the Nizam and leading to the Treaty of Hyderabad (1766). The "Contractual" Collision: The Treaty of Hyderabad obligated the British to provide military aid to the Nizam, with the stated objective of reducing the fort of Bangalore. The First Anglo-Mysore War: Recognizing that time favored the Company's growing sepoy system, Hyder struck first in 1766, descending from the plateau to attack the Carnatic and force the war on his own terms. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In this pivotal interlude, Ramjee Chandran explores the transformation of the East India Company from a group of London merchants into a "sovereign merchant" with a global footprint. This episode tracks the shift from commerce to conquest, sparked by the hollowed-out Mughal authority after 1739. From the "transaction" of Plassey to the decisive Battle of Buxar, we witness the moment the Company acquired the Diwani—the right to collect Indian taxes to fund its own wars. This is the story of how the wealth extracted from a starving Bengal provided the military machine that would eventually march toward the gates of Bengaluru.Key Details from the Script: The Shift in Constraints: For most of the 17th century, the Company was constrained by functional Indian states; it only became a territorial threat after Mughal authority collapsed following Nadir Shah's 1739 sack of Delhi . Plassey as a Transaction: The 1757 victory was less a battle than a financial conspiracy orchestrated by the banker Jagat Seth, who bribed General Mir Jafar to stand aside . The Turning Point at Buxar: The 1764 victory over a coalition of indigenous powers led to the Treaty of Allahabad (1765), where the Company was appointed Diwan of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa . Self-Sustaining War: Acquisition of the Diwani allowed the Company to pay for its own wars using Indian revenue rather than British bullion, creating a cycle where Bengal's wealth funded military campaigns in the South . The Human Cost: The Company's systematic extraction led to the 1770 Bengal Famine, where up to half the population perished; despite this, the Company increased revenue collections by ten percent . The Target - Mysore: By 1772, the Company realized that coastal ports were not enough to secure trade; their attention turned inland toward the one state on the southern plateau that was not a puppet: Mysore under Hyder Ali. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
How did a company of London merchants, originally obsessed with the price of pepper, end up commanding an army larger than that of most European nations? Ramjee Chandran explores the pivotal transformation of the East India Company during the mid-18th century. This episode tracks the shift from "counting house to counting territory," centered on the shockwaves of the Battle of Plassey in 1757 and the acquisition of the Diwani of Bengal. We see how the Company's new-found wealth in the North provided the "sinews of war" necessary to turn its sights toward the formidable challenge of the Mysore plateau and the gates of Bengaluru.Key Details from the Script: The Plassey Pivot: The Battle of Plassey (1757) wasn't just a military victory; it was a hostile corporate takeover of an entire province. It gave the Company the keys to the richest treasury in India. The Diwani Rights (1765): The Mughal Emperor granted the Company the Diwani—the right to collect all land revenue in Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa. Overnight, the Company became a "sovereign merchant," using Indian taxes to buy Indian goods and fund Indian wars. The Contractual Soldier: Unlike traditional Indian armies built on personal loyalty to a commander, the Company developed "Sepoy" regiments. Their loyalty was contractual and permanent, creating a disciplined machine that could be relied upon for sustained campaigns. The North Funds the South: The immense wealth extracted from Bengal provided the capital the Company needed to sustain the long, expensive wars against Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan in the South. Parliamentary Anxiety: Back in London, the British government began to fear the "Nabobs"—Company servants who returned home with unimaginable wealth—leading to the first attempts to rein in the corporation. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Before the British East India Company could claim dominance over the Mysore plateau, an older European power had to fade into the background. Ramjee Chandran explores the decline of the Portuguese—the first Europeans to arrive in India and the first to leave its major political stage. This episode tracks their journey from the aggressive "Cartaz" naval pass system of the 1500s to their 18th-century status as marginal merchants. Witness the final, sardonic stroke from Hyder Ali, who cleared the diplomatic board for the coming struggle with the British by "rebranding" the Portuguese merchants of Bengaluru with a single administrative decree.Key Details: The Cartaz System: The Portuguese didn't just come to trade; they came to tax the ocean. Their cartaz system forced every vessel in the Indian Ocean to pay for protection or face seizure. The Religious Friction: Unlike the later British "mercantile first" approach, the Portuguese were driven by a militant religious mission, which created deep friction with local Hindu and Muslim rulers. The Dutch Blow: The Portuguese monopoly was shattered not by Indians, but by the Dutch, who seized their coastal strongholds and left them with only a few pockets like Goa. Hyder's "English" Decree: In a masterclass of political maneuvering, Hyder Ali seized the assets of wealthy Portuguese merchants in Bengaluru by simply declaring them "English" for the duration of his war with the British—essentially seizing their wealth as "enemy property" without a single shot fired. The Cleared Stage: By 1780, the Portuguese were a spent force, leaving a power vacuum that only the British East India Company was positioned to fill. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In one of the most unexpected chapters of global history, the fate of Bengaluru was once inextricably linked to the birth of the United States. Ramjee Chandran reveals how Hyder Ali became a household name in Revolutionary-era America. Following his crushing defeat of the British at the Battle of Pollilur in 1780, Hyder was toasted by George Washington's inner circle as a "liberator." From Philadelphia shipyards naming warships the Hyder Ally to the technological DNA of the Mysorean rocket ending up in the American National Anthem, this episode explores how a military-industrial city on the Deccan Plateau helped humble the British Empire on a global stage.Key Details from the Script: The Global Enemy: In 1781, as the American Revolution reached its climax, the British were fighting a "World War." The same General Cornwallis who surrendered at Yorktown would later seek redemption by attacking Bengaluru. The Toast of Trenton: Following the victory at Yorktown, American leaders held a celebration where the fourth toast was dedicated to "Hyder Ali—may he continue to be a scourge to the British!". The Hyder Ally Sloop: In 1782, Pennsylvania merchants commissioned a formidable warship named the Hyder Ally. Under Captain Joshua Barney, it won one of the most celebrated naval duels of the war against the HMS General Monk. The Racehorse "Hyder Ally": The name became so synonymous with speed and power that one of the most famous racehorses in North Carolina was named after the Sultan, leading to a landmark legal case in American property law. The Rocket's Red Glare: The episode traces the direct technological line from the iron-cased rockets made in Bengaluru's Taramandalapete to the British "Congreve Rockets" used against Americans in 1812, immortalized in the Star-Spangled Banner. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
This episode reveals how Hyder Ali transformed Bengaluru from a traditional market town into a military industrial complex. No longer just a trading post, the city became a massive arsenal—a place where French technology met Indian craftsmanship to produce the world's most advanced rocketry. Join Ramjee Chandran as he explores the rebuilding of the Bengaluru Fort into its final, formidable stone form and the arrival of the first European garrison in the city's history. This is the story of how Bengaluru became the "military-industrial" heart of a kingdom that was about to challenge the might of the British Empire. Also, the advent of the French and how the Mysore rocket inspired the US national anthem.Key Details from the Script: The Granite Transformation: Hyder replaced Chikka Devaraja's old mud walls with massive granite blocks, creating the oval stone fort that would eventually define the city's geography for centuries. The First Cantonment: Long before the British "Cantonment," Hyder established a military station in Bengaluru, housing three hundred French Hussars and disciplined infantry—the first time European soldiers were permanently stationed here. The Rocket Arsenal: The script highlights Bengaluru as a manufacturing hub for the Mysorean Rocket. These weren't just fireworks; they were iron-cased missiles with a range of over a kilometer, a technology that terrified and baffled the British. And how they used against the Americans in Baltimore. A New Kind of City: Hyder didn't destroy the pete (market); he integrated it. He used the city's commercial wealth to fund foundries, gunpowder factories, and weapon workshops, creating a "military-industrial" hybrid. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In one of the most remarkable ascents in Indian history, an illiterate volunteer soldier with no royal lineage transformed himself into the de facto ruler of the Mysore Kingdom. Ramjee Chandran charts the meteoric rise of Hyder Ali, a man who turned personal debt and military chaos into absolute power. From the opportunistic seizure of a Nizam's treasury to the strategic payment of a mutinous army, this episode explores the calculated moves that led Hyder to claim Bengaluru as his personal jagir. We witness the birth of a new kind of military state, built on European tactics, disciplined finance, and a ruthless sense of justice.Key Details from the Script: The Foundation of Combat: Born near Kolar to a father who died in debt, Hyder was raised by his uncle, who schooled him in the cavalry skills that became his life's foundation. The Lesson of Madras: During the First Carnatic War (1746), Hyder witnessed a small, disciplined European force shatter a massive, unorganized Indian cavalry charge—a lesson in technology and process that he never forgot. The Gingee Windfall: In 1750, amidst the chaos of the Nizam Nasir Jung's assassination, Hyder seized three camel-loads of gold from an unprotected treasury. He used this "seed capital" to hire French trainers and build a private army loyal only to him. The Jagir of Bengaluru: After successfully repelling a Maratha raid on the city in 1759, Hyder was granted the jagir (land grant) of Bengaluru, giving him financial independence and the strongest military sanctuary on the plateau. The Cage of the Parrot: After overcoming a coup by his former associate Khande Rao in 1761, Hyder took a literal approach to a plea for mercy. He imprisoned Khande Rao in an iron cage in Bengaluru, feeding him like a pet "parrot" (milk and rice) until his death. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
To understand the rise of Hyder Ali in Bengaluru and Mysore, one must first look a thousand miles north to Delhi in the year 1739. Ramjee Chandran explores the seismic shock of Nadir Shah's invasion—a Persian whirlwind that hollowed out the Mughal Empire and sent its accumulated wealth, including the Peacock Throne, back to Isfahan on seven hundred elephants. This episode tracks how this northern collapse turned the South into a volatile frontier, where European trading companies began to act like kings and the Carnatic became a theatre of war. In this world of fracture and opportunity, a young soldier of merit was about to find his moment. Key Details from the Script: The 1739 Shockwave: The Persian ruler Nadir Shah sacked Delhi, dealing a death blow to Mughal authority. He carried away the wealth of generations, leaving a "hollowed-out" empire. The Power Vacuum: With the Mughals weakened, the Marathas and local Nawabs scrambled for territory. The South—specifically the Carnatic—became the new center of gravity for conflict. European Evolution: The French and British trading companies shifted from commerce to conquest, demonstrating that small, disciplined European-trained forces could shatter much larger Indian armies. The "Coherent" Mysore: Amidst the chaos of Hyderabad and Arcot, Mysore remained the most institutionally stable power on the plateau, thanks to the administrative grid left by Chikka Devaraja. The Birth of an Ambition: Hyder Ali, born near Kolar around 1720, was raised in this atmosphere of shifting loyalties. He watched, learned, and prepared to build a new kind of military state. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
What happens to a meticulously built state when the "good hand at the wheel" is gone? Ramjee Chandran explores the three decades following the death of Chikka Devaraja Wadiyar, a period where the Mysore throne was occupied by "Shadow Kings" while real authority migrated to the military commanders. This episode chronicles the reign of Kanteerava Narasaraja II (the "Mooka Arasu"), who ruled through sign language, and the ruthless Dalavai brothers, Devaraja and Nanjaraja, who finally extinguished the founding Kempe Gowda dynasty. We witness the end of an era as the city's creators perish in a Srirangapatna prison, leaving behind a power vacuum that a young soldier named Hyder Ali is perfectly positioned to fill.Key Details from the Script: The "Mooka Arasu": Chikka Devaraja's successor, Kanteerava Narasaraja II (1704–1714), was born deaf and dumb. He governed through sign language and intermediaries, making his military commanders—the Dalavais—indispensable. The Dalavai Ascendancy: Power shifted from the palace to the descendants of the Kalale family, who held the hereditary offices of Dalavai (Commander-in-Chief) and Chief Minister. By the 1730s, the brothers Devaraja and Nanjaraja acted as de facto dictators. The Fall of Magadi: In 1728, Dalavai Devaraja led a secretive campaign against the last of the Bengaluru founders, Kempe Gowda III. Through betrayal and a surprise assault on the fortress of Nelapattana, the Mysore army broke the 191-year-old dynasty. The Final Letter: Incarcerated in Srirangapatna, Kempe Gowda III wrote a final palm-leaf letter to his cousin, surrendering his royal arms and head ornaments, signaling the end of his line. He died in confinement, ending the direct link to the city's birth. The Stage for Hyder Ali: By absorbing all local powers and weakening royal authority, the Dalavais unintentionally prepared the state for the rise of a career soldier of merit: Hyder Ali. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Having purchased Bengaluru for three lakh gold varahas, Chikka Devaraja Wadiyar did not just become its owner; he became its architect. Ramjee Chandran explores the pivotal years between 1690 and 1704, when Bengaluru was transformed from a commercial pete into the strategic northern gateway of the Mysore Kingdom. This episode details the massive project of replacing the old mud fort with stone, the symbolic construction of the Kote Venkataramana Temple, and the implementation of a sophisticated bureaucracy—the Attara Kacheri—that would define Karnataka's administration for centuries. Witness the moment Bengaluru truly became a royal city, shaped by the discipline of the "Navakoti Narayana" or "the Nine-Crore King." Key Details from the Script: The Strategic Necessity: Chikka Devaraja realized that to hold the Mysore plateau against the Mughals and Marathas, Bengaluru had to be transformed from a mud-walled market into a formidable stone fortress. The Stone Fort: He initiated the construction of the stone fort, creating a military structure so robust that it became the first line of defense for the kingdom. The Kote Venkataramana Temple: Built in 1689 adjacent to the palace within the fort, the temple served as a spiritual anchor and a symbol of Wadiyar sovereignty over the newly acquired city. The Athara Kacheri: To manage his expanding wealth and territory, he established 18 administrative departments, creating a centralized government that streamlined tax collection and civil service. The Legacy of Modernity: The script emphasizes that if Kempe Gowda gave Bengaluru its birth, Chikka Devaraja gave it its future as a modern state capital. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
When Chikka Devaraja Wadiyar purchased Bengaluru for three lakh gold hanas in 1690, he bought more than just real estate; he inherited a linguistic revolution. Ramjee Chandran explores how the three-year Mughal occupation of the Bengaluru fort created a "Tower of Babel" where Persian officers, Punjabi soldiers, and Marathi scribes were forced to communicate with Kannada-speaking merchants and laborers. From this daily friction in the pete emerged Rekhta—a language "poured and mixed" from the tongues of the north and the south. This episode traces the journey of this "Lashkari Zaban" (language of the camp) from the streets of Bengaluru to the literary courts of the north, revealing that the "Urdu" spoken in the city today is a 300-year-old inheritance structurally shaped by Kannada. Key Details from the Script : The Linguistic Collision: The Mughal army, a coalition of Afghans, Persians, and Rajputs, entered a city where Kannada was the foundation, but Persian, Marathi, Telugu, and Tamil were already present The Birth of Rekhta: The word comes from the Persian rekhtan (to pour, scatter, or mix). In Bengaluru, it became a practical tongue assembled "transaction by transaction" across market counters. The Kannada Bone Structure: While the vocabulary of Bengaluru Dakhni (or Urdu) draws from Persian and Hindvi, its grammar, cadence, and sentence structure are fundamentally shaped by Kannada. The "Lashkar" Legacy: The word Urdu is the Turkish equivalent of the Persian Lashkar (military camp). This history is still visible in Bengaluru neighborhoods like Shivajinagar, which older residents still call "Lashkar". South to North: The episode argues that the south taught the north its literary language; poets like Wali Dakhni took this southern-saturated vernacular to Delhi, sparking the development of modern Urdu literature We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The year 1687 remains one of the most chaotic in Bengaluru's history. Ramjee Chandran details the short-lived but pivotal Mughal intervention that almost derailed the sale of the city. As Ekoji Bhonsle finalised the deal with Mysore, the imperial machine of Aurangzeb—fresh from crushing Golconda and Bijapur—reached out to seize the prize. Under General Qasim Khan, the Mughals occupied the fort for just three days, not to rule it, but to flip it for profit. This episode explores the high-stakes game of "city-flipping," where Chikkadevaraja Wadiyar had to pay for the same city twice, eventually securing Bengaluru for the Mysore Kingdom and setting the stage for the modern era of the state. Key Details from the episode: The Imperial Surge: Following the collapse of the Bijapur and Golconda Sultanates, the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb ordered his generals to mop up the remaining southern territories, including Bengaluru. Qasim Khan's Strike: While Ekoji and the Mysore representatives were busy negotiating, the Mughal General Qasim Khan swept in and occupied the Bengaluru fort. The Three-Day Occupation: The Mughal flag flew over the Bengaluru mud fort for only seventy-two hours. Double Payment: Chikkadevaraja Wadiyar, desperate to prevent Bengaluru from becoming a permanent Mughal garrison, agreed to pay Qasim Khan the same three lakh varahas he had promised Ekoji. The Handover: In July 1687, the Mughal forces withdrew, and the Mysore Kingdom finally took formal possession of the city, ending nearly half a century of Maratha and Sultanate influence. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The transition of power in Bengaluru often happened not through the clash of steel, but through the scratch of a pen. Ramjee Chandran navigates the complex and often overlooked chapter of Bengaluru's Maratha years following the death of Shahaji Bhonsle. As his son Ekoji I took the reins, he found himself caught in he middle of the ambitions od Aurangzeb from the noth, his brother Chhatrapati Shivaji from the east and the expanding rising Wadiyars from Mysore. This episode explores the internal family fractures of the Bhsales, the exhaustion of Ekoji, and the monumental decision to treat Bengaluru as a commodity rather than a fortress—leading to its sale for three lakh varahas. It is a story of shifting loyalties and the cold pragmatism that eventually brought the city into the fold of the Mysore Kingdom. Key Details from the episode: The Succession: After Shahaji's death in 1664, his younger son Ekoji I (also known as Vyankoji) took over the Bengaluru jagir. Family Friction: Chhatrapati Shivaji, Ekoji's half-brother, eventually demanded his share of the southern jagir, leading to a brief but significant military confrontation in 1677. The Strategic Trap: Ekoji found Bengaluru increasingly difficult to defend against the aggressive expansionism of Chikkadevaraja Wadiyar of Mysore and the looming shadow of the Mughals. The Sale of Bengaluru: Feeling the city was a "white elephant," Ekoji entered negotiations with Chikkadevaraja Wadiyar to sell Bengaluru for a price of three lakh varahas. The Mughal Intervention: Just as the sale was being finalized in 1687, the Mughal general Qasim Khan seized the city, forcing the Wadiyars to buy it from the Mughals instead of the Marathas. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
When the dust of the 1638 siege settled, a new era began under a man who was far more than a mere conqueror. Ramjee Chandran explores the twenty-six-year reign of Shahaji Bhosale in Bengaluru. No longer just a frontier outpost, the city became Shahaji's personal jagir—a sprawling estate where he blended Maratha administration with Deccani culture. This episode delves into Shahaji's "Gowri Mahal" palace, his patronage of Sanskrit and Kannada literature, and the complex double-life he led as a loyal Bijapur general while his son, Shivaji, began carving out a rebel kingdom in the north. We also trace a direct, bloody line from a tragedy in Bengaluru to one of Indian history's most famous assassinations: the tiger-clawed revenge against Afzal Khan. Key Details from the Script: The New Landlord: After the fall of the Kempe Gowdas, Adil Shah gifted Bengaluru and surrounding regions (Hoskote, Kolar, Tumkur) to Shahaji Bhosale as a personal jagir. The "Gowri Mahal": Shahaji didn't just garrison the city; he built a palace called Gowri Mahal within the Pete, turning Bengaluru into a sophisticated seat of governance and a "second home" for his family, including his wife Jijabai and a young Shivaji. Cultural Renaissance: Under Shahaji, Bengaluru became a hub for scholars and poets. He was a polyglot who encouraged works in Sanskrit and local languages, bridging the gap between the Maratha elite and the local populace. The Afzal Khan Connection: The script reveals a dark personal vendetta. Shahaji's eldest son, Sambhaji, died in a battle at Kanakagiri under suspicious circumstances involving the general Afzal Khan. This tragedy in the south directly fueled Shivaji's later, legendary encounter with Afzal Khan at Pratapgad. The Strategic Buffer: While the Mughals pressed from the north and Bijapur struggled to maintain control, Shahaji managed Bengaluru as a semi-autonomous island of stability for over two decades. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The transition of power is rarely just about the clash of swords; it is often about the whispers in the tent. Ramjee Chandran breaks down the high-stakes drama of 1638, where the fate of Bengaluru was decided by a mix of relentless Sultanate artillery and the fluid loyalties of Kenga Nayaka. As Ranadulla Khan's army tightened its grip on the mud fort, the city faced a choice: total destruction or a pragmatic surrender. This episode explores the three days that ended the Kempe Gowda era, the controversial role of the "man of many sides," and the moment Shahaji Bhonsle—father of the legendary Shivaji—stepped into the pete not just as a conqueror, but as its new administrator. Bengaluru survives, but under a new flag and a new Maratha destiny. Key Details from the Script: The Strategic Shift: Following a 1636 treaty with the Mughals, the Bijapur Sultanate was forced to expand south, making Bengaluru the ultimate "jagir" (fiefdom) for its generals. The Role of Kenga Nayaka: Initially a Bijapur ally who defected to help Kempe Gowda II, Kenga Nayaka eventually negotiated the final surrender. While history often views him as a traitor, the script suggests he may be the reason the city wasn't sacked and destroyed. The Siege Mechanics: For three days, the professional Bijapur army battered the mud walls. The script highlights the "cannon vs. courage" imbalance that made the fall of the fort inevitable. The Rise of Shahaji Bhonsle: After the surrender, the city was handed over to Shahaji as his jagir. He moved into the Pete, setting up a palace that exists to this day, marking the start of the Maratha years. A Resilient City: Despite the change in rulers, the city's economic engine—the Pete—didn't stop. The markets stayed open, and the immigrant population absorbed the transition without a rupture in trade. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The walls that held in 1612 could not withstand the shifting tectonic plates of the 17th-century Deccan. Ramjee Chandran chronicles the dramatic and somber turning point of 1638, when the Adil Shahi Sultanate of Bijapur set its sights on the prosperity of Bengaluru. This episode talks about why Bijapur decided to attack Bengaluru. And presents a fascinating look the two armies about to fact each—it was a combat not only of sword, musket canon and horse, but a clash of war ideologies. It is a story about the eve of a local power about to meet an imperial machine, marking the end of Bengaluru's "founder era" and its transition into a strategic piece on a much larger, bloodier chessboard. Key Details from the Script The Imperial Pivot: By the 1630s, the weakening of the Aravidus left a power vacuum that the Bijapur Sultanate was eager to fill, viewing Bengaluru not just as a trade hub, but as a gateway to the south The Command Duo: The siege was led by the veteran general Ranadulla Khan, accompanied by Shahaji Bhonsle, whose local knowledge of the terrain made the Bijapur assault particularly lethal. The Final Stand: Unlike the 1612 skirmish, this was a sustained bombardment. The mud walls, while innovative for local defense, were eventually breached by Bijapur's superior artillery and professional infantry. The Great Exit: In a moment of high drama and pragmatism, Kempe Gowda II negotiated a surrender. He was allowed to retreat to Magadi, taking the "soul" of his administration with him, but leaving the physical city to the invaders. A Change of DNA: 1638 marks the moment Bengaluru ceased to be a "family-run" chieftaincy and became a cosmopolitan military garrison under Sultanate rule. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Success has a way of inviting a target. Ramjee Chandran details the moment Bengaluru's rapid rise as a cosmopolitan trade hub finally collided with the harsh realities of Deccan power politics. By 1612, the pete was no longer just a market; it was a desirable acquisition target for jealous neighbors. This episode focuses on Immadi Kempe Gowda (Kempe Gowda II) and his defining test: a massive confederacy of rival palegars who sought to dismantle Bengaluru's growing dominance. We explore the high-stakes siege of the city's mud fortifications and the brutal, tactical combat that proved the founder's son could fight as well as his father could build. It is a story of how Bengaluru's wealth became its greatest vulnerability, and how the city survived its first true hinge moment. Key takeaways: The Target on the Back: Bengaluru's "urban pitch" and success as a trade hub reaching international ears made it an irresistible target for surrounding regional powers. The Rival Confederacy: Local palegars, fuelled by resentment and a shared envy, formed an alliance to attack the city. They received the support of a weak, indecisive king of Vijayanagara, Venkata II. The Siege of 1612: The battle was not a single clash but a siege and a breach of the city's defenses, forcing Immadi Kempe Gowda to defend the very gates and streets his father had laid out. The "Ground Zero" of Battles: While an 890 AD inscription mentions a "Battle of Bengaluru," Ramjee Chandran argues that 1612 is the true starting point for the modern city's military history. The Darker Realisation: Though Kempe Gowda II was victorious, the battle signaled a shift: Bengaluru was now a source of pride that required constant, violent enforcement to survive. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
What happens to a city when the singular authority that willed it into existence vanishes? Ramjee Chandran explores the enigmatic end of Kempe Gowda I. While the Aravidu dynasty struggled to maintain a shadow of the Vijayanagara Empire from Penukonda, Kempe Gowda faced a "strange duality"—the freedom of a weakening center balanced against the rising suspicion of an imperial court looking for someone to blame for their downfall. This episode investigates the recent archaeological discovery of the Kempapura tomb and the historical theories surrounding Kempe Gowda's death. Was it a quiet passing, or did he fall in a skirmish while returning from a tribute mission? We analyze the inheritance he left for his successors: a city built with an economic logic so durable it could survive the fragility of the authority that founded it. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
As the Vijayanagara Empire splintered into a "political looseness" following the catastrophe at Talikota, Bengaluru didn't just survive—it adapted. Ramjee Chandran examines how Kempe Gowda navigated the transition from imperial subject to autonomous ruler in an era of "untethered freedom". This episode explores the pragmatic nature of Bengaluru's founder, who had the foresight to maintain the city's logic of economic circulation. While the Aravidu dynasty at Penukonda struggled to issued orders without authority, Kempe Gowda focussed inward, building the temples, tanks, and markets that would anchor the city's identity for centuries. We follow the final years of his reign, his strategic alignment with the flow of trade, and the legacy he left for his son, Kempe Gowda II. It is the story of how Bengaluru ceased to be an imperial outpost and began its journey as a self-sustaining engine of the Deccan. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The collapse of the Vijayanagara center at Talikota didn't just end an empire; it created a political vacuum that was similar to the one left by the Hoysalas two centuries earlier. Ramjee Chandran explores the historiography of this transition—how the political vocabulary of imperial authority persisted even when the centre could no longer bark orders. This episode follows the Aravidu family as they stepped into the void, attempting to preserve imperial continuity through a strategic retreat to the fortified heights of Penukonda—a truncated sovereignty, while the empire's vassals began to declare independence. From the first rebellions of the Madurai Nayaks to the lingering imperial viceroyalty in Srirangapatna that would eventually become Mysore, we map the events that changed the course of history. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The defeat at the Battle of Talikota was only the beginning of the end. Ramjee Chandran chronicles the "ooru alivu"—the systematic erasure—of one of the world's greatest metropolises. As the battlefield lay thick with the carnage of fallen empires, the Vijayanagara royals, led by Tirumala, executed a desperate exodus, loading 1,550 elephants with a treasury of gold and jewels to flee toward Penukonda. We explore the two-stage destruction of the capital: first, the chaotic plunder by local robber tribes and "jungle people" who descended on the forsaken city, followed by the six-month organised dismantling by Sultanate forces using fire and crowbars to level the city's symbolic heart. Amidst this comprehensive ruin, we examine the strange anomaly of the Virupaksha temple, which remained largely untouched while the surrounding city was reclaimed by the jungle and wild animals. This episode captures the visceral moment a seat of imperial power became an empty shell, forever shifting the political gravity of the Deccan. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
We stand on the north bank of the Krishna River to witness one of the most consequential and bloody battles in history: the Battle of Rakkasagi-Tangadgi, popularly known as Talikota. Ramjee Chandran details how the vast coalition of the Deccan Sultanates—Bijapur, Ahmadnagar, Golconda, and Bidar—marched south in early 1565 to challenge the dominance of the Vijayanagara Empire. As the two massive forces collided, a day that began with Vijayanagara's tactical confidence quickly descended into catastrophe due to a shocking battlefield betrayal by the Gilani brothers. This episode chronicles the final, frantic hours of the empire, the capture of the defiant Aliya Rama Raya, and his immediate execution at the hands of Husain Nizam Shah. In a single afternoon, two centuries of imperial rule were shattered, leaving the capital in chaos and forever altering the political landscape of the Bangalore plateau. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Vijayanagara stood at the absolute height of its prosperity in the late 1550s, yet the character of its leadership had begun a dangerous shift toward petty arrogance. Ramjee Chandran explores the "Tall Poppy Syndrome" that defined Aliya Rama Raya's rule—a philosophy of cutting down anyone who rose too high, from capable local administrators like Kempe Gowda to neighboring sovereigns. This episode details how Rama Raya's hubris transformed manageable political interference into a permanent existential threat for the Deccan Sultanates. Through a series of calculated humiliations and military campaigns marked by religious desecration, he unwittingly did the impossible: he forced his bitterest enemies to unite. We follow the diplomatic masterstroke of the mediator Mustafa Khan Ardistani and the marriage alliances that bound the houses of Bijapur, Ahmadnagar, and Golconda together, setting the stage for the cataclysmic Battle of Rakkasagi-Tangadgi. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The Bengaluru Pete's prosperity was put on hold by the severe political crisis at the imperial capital of Vijayanagara. Ramjee Chandran details the unraveling of the Tuluva dynasty following the death of Emperor Achyuta Raya in 1542. The episode chronicles a decade of palace coups and assassinations—including the murder of Achyuta's son, Venkata I—as powerful factions, particularly the one led by Aliya Rama Raya, fought for control. Rama Raya ultimately triumphs, installing the legitimate claimant Sadashiva Raya as a 'confined monarch' while exercising all real power as regent. This new political order relied on surveillance and containment, creating an atmosphere where the autonomous strength of provincial chiefs like Kempe Gowda was viewed with deep distrust. This is the highly unstable empire that Kempe Gowda is forced to return to after his five-year imprisonment in Anegundi. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The Bengaluru Pete was a runaway success; by the early 1540s, it was regulating itself and thriving with a robust internal economy. Ramjee Chandran details how this local prosperity coincided with a profound political crisis at the imperial capital of Vijayanagara. With the empire strained by internal power struggles and the growing dominance of Aliya Rama Raya, Kempe Gowda's regional success was soon viewed as a potential threat. A critical boundary was crossed when a rumour about the chieftain's rising power reached the court. The consequence was immediate and severe: Kempe Gowda was seized, his territories were confiscated, and he was held captive in Anegundi for five years. This episode explores the political intrigue that led to his downfall and the critical question left unanswered: would the new city of Bengaluru survive its founder's long absence? We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The establishment of the Bengaluru Pete was an act of both commerce and defense, necessary for survival in the volatile 16th-century Deccan. Ramjee Chandran details how Kempe Gowda's security plan was dual-layered: relying regionally on the shield of the nine surrounding hill forts, the Navadurgas, and locally on the fortified enclosure. The central feature was the Bengaluru Fort, but imperial policy constrained its design. We explore why the Vijayanagara Emperor strictly mandated that the fort be constructed primarily of mud —never stone walls— which could have been interpreted as a step toward defiance. This episode details the simple but effective defensive engineering, from the narrow, dismounting-only gateways to the elevated platforms that allowed every citizen to participate in the town's protection. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
We step into the year 1537 to witness the spectacular groundbreaking of the Bengaluru Pete. Ramjee Chandran joins Kempe Gowda as he lays the foundations of the new city, beginning with an auspicious ceremony where four pairs of milk-white bulls ploughed the first furrows. These lines became the city's two main arteries: the wide north-south wholesale axis of Doddapete, and the narrower east-west retail axis of Chikkapete. This foundational grid spread outward into rectangular blocks organized by trade and protected by a ring of eight gates aligned to major routes. Kempe Gowda's meticulous design placed specific occupations — from smiths near the gates to gold merchants at the secure centre — ensuring the town functioned with maximum efficiency. By the early 1540s, this meticulously planned urban framework was complete, attracting merchants instantly. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The founding of Bengaluru is a period of history "deceptively difficult to reconstruct," relying on fragmentary evidence from local documents. Ramjee Chandran details Kempe Gowda's comprehensive strategy to found the Bengaluru Pete, overcoming a period "almost entirely without reliable records." The blueprint leveraged geography for success, starting with the defensive shield of the Navadurgas and the natural convergence of trade routes. He secured vital resources by integrating territories like Domlur and Ulsoor to ensure predictable food and water supply. Despite receiving imperial permission from Achyuta Raya, Vijayanagara policy dictated a critical constraint: he was only allowed to build a functional mud fort, revealing the empire's lingering fear of revolt. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
While the Vijayanagara Empire under Achyuta Raya was wrestling with northern turmoil, constant friction with Bijapur, and Portuguese unease in the 1530s, the Mysore plateau remained a quiet, profitable hub for trade. Here, the local chieftain, Kempe Gowda, saw the empire's crisis as a rare opportunity and an indicator that the center would soon fail to hold. Ramjee Chandran details how Kempe Gowda shrewdly turned the empire's weakness into his own strength, resolving to build a new and independent trade city. Having earned the empire's trust, his petition to Achyuta Raya for permission to build a fort was swiftly granted. Between 1532 and 1537, this act of political foresight led to the founding and construction of the fort and township that he named Bengaluru. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Following the death of Krishnadeva Raya in 1529, his brother, Achyuta Raya, inherited an empire fraught with danger. Ramjee Chandran explores the immense challenge of succeeding the legendary emperor, facing enemies at the gates, a cooling relationship with the Portuguese, and the looming political threat of Aliya Rama Raya. The episode examines why history, particularly through the lens of Portuguese chroniclers like Fernão Nuniz, has largely judged Achyuta Raya as "feeble". It argues that his quiet, pragmatic diplomacy — a strategy of "peace through equilibrium" — was an essential and underappreciated necessity for keeping the great empire intact. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
The epic story of Vijayanagara's greatest king reaches its tragic conclusion. This episode traces Krishnadevaraya's final decade, from the hubris of his triumph at Raichur to his death in 1529. Ramjee Chandran follows the emperor from the sacking of Bijapur and the capture of Gulbarga to the heartbreaking decline marked by the death of his only son, the suspicion of betrayal and the hasty blinding of his lifelong mentor Timmarasu, and his own final illness. It is a tale of how one man's greatness was ultimately undone by personal loss and a fatal misjudgment born of grief. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In this sixth episode of the mini-series, we explore the final, triumphant stage of Krishnadevaraya's eastern campaigns and his journey to the zenith of his power. This episode details the fall of Rajahmundry, the final confrontation with the Gajapatis of Odisha at Cuttack, and the diplomatic negotiations that followed. Ramjee Chandran also recounts the dramatic Battle of Raichur, where Krishnadevaraya defeated the Adil Shahi Sultanate. While the Battle of Raichur took Krishnadevaraya to the height of glory, he suffered a moment of hubris that rang like a bell of caution. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In this fifth part of the mini-series, we follow Krishnadevaraya's longest and most arduous military campaign. Ramjee Chandran details the strategic move eastward, focusing on the years 1513-1515, as the emperor sought to conquer the Andhra region and secure the fertile deltas of the Krishna and Godavari rivers. The episode chronicles the sieges of the formidable forts of Udayagiri and Kondavidu. It highlights how Krishnadevaraya's military genius and the cunning of his minister Timmarasu led to the repeated defeat of the Gajapatis of Odisha and solidified Vijayanagara's control over the entire peninsula. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In this episode, Ramjee Chandran explores the pivotal events of 1510 and Krishnadevaraya's strategic decision not to oppose the rising Portuguese power. The episode details the Portuguese takeover of Goa from the Bijapur sultanate and the roles played by Alfonso de Albuquerque and minister Timmarasu. By examining the political landscape of the time, the episode delves into the central question of whether Krishnadevaraya's choice to trade with the Portuguese was a pragmatic masterstroke or a miscalculation with lasting consequences for the subcontinent. It highlights the disunity of the Deccan sultanates, their naval weakness, and the new era of warfare ushered in by the Portuguese. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Ramjee Chandran continues his mini-series on Krishnadevaraya's reign, exploring how the new Vijayanagara emperor navigated a world in flux, both within his empire and globally. This episode highlights Krishnadevaraya's strategic genius in navigating the complex political landscape of the Deccan, which was fractured into five sultanates and faced the new threat of the Portuguese. The episode details his different approaches to each rival: swift retaliation against Bijapur, cautious diplomacy with the Portuguese, and a calculated decision to wage war against the Gajapatis of Odisha. It also offers a fascinating glimpse into the king's character through a story about his nocturnal wanderings and his use of a spy network to ensure a high-functioning administration. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In this second part of the Krishnadevaraya series, Ramjee Chandran takes us into the early years of the emperor's reign — a period of uncertainty, risk, and revelation.The year is 1509. The Portuguese have just defeated a powerful naval coalition off the coast of Diu, shifting the balance of power along the Indian Ocean. The Deccan sultanates are still a threat, the Gajapatis of Odisha remain undefeated in the east, and within Vijayanagara itself, no one is quite sure whether the new king — Krishnadevaraya — is ready for the crown.But this episode tells the story of how he proved it.We begin with a realm in flux, and a ruler still untested. Drawing on both Persian silences and Portuguese eyewitnesses, the narrative explores how Krishnadevaraya moved swiftly to establish control. A forensic audit of military resources revealed a dangerous imbalance: his feudal lords, the nayakas, had more troops than the crown. With the help of his minister Timmarasu, the king restructured the imperial army — not through war, but through statecraft.And then came the campaigns.Krishnadevaraya turned south to crush the rebellion in Ummattur and retake the strategic forts of Sivasamudram and Srirangapatna. These early victories, though often overshadowed by his later eastern conquests, were crucial in asserting his authority and signalling that this was no ceremonial monarch.This episode paints a portrait of Krishnadevaraya not only as a capable general and strategist, but as a man of presence, discipline, and deep ambition. We hear of his training routines, his command on the battlefield, and his unexpected blend of physical strength and personal grace.And at the heart of it all, we see the quiet brilliance of Timmarasu — the loyal mentor who turned a young king into a sovereign. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Ramjee Chandran introduces the extraordinary reign of Krishnadevaraya, the Vijayanagara emperor who ascended the throne in 1509. This episode delves into the legends surrounding his rise, including the dramatic tale of the goat's eyes, and examines his pragmatic approach to kingship. More broadly, it places Krishnadevaraya's era within the context of monumental global shifts of the 16th century: the Protestant Reformation in Europe, the arrival of the Portuguese in India and their naval dominance, and the impending rise of the Mughal Empire. Discover how these distant events subtly influenced the Deccan and set the stage for Krishnadevaraya's transformative rule and the eventual founding of Bangalore. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Saluva Narasimha's dramatic seizure of the Vijayanagara throne may have rescued the empire — but it did not restore its stability. In this episode, Ramjee Chandran explores the fragile legitimacy of Narasimha's rule, the chaos that followed his death, and the rise of his trusted general, Narasa Nayaka. As the Saluva dynasty crumbles with the murder of Narasimha's elder son Timmabhupala and the imprisonment of the younger, Immadi Narasimha, power passes decisively to the Tuluva faction. What follows is a tale of regency, coercion, and strategic dominance — as Narasa Nayaka sets the stage for the rise of Krishnadevaraya, the most celebrated emperor in Vijayanagara's history. NOTE: All references to the Sangama king Virupaksha must be taken to mean Praudharaya — they were in all likelihood the same man, We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
In this insightful interlude, Ramjee Chandran steps back from the historical narrative to examine how the history of the Deccan has been recorded and interpreted over time. Explore the evolution of historical writing from ancient inscriptions and Persian chronicles to British colonial accounts and modern scholarship. Understand how political agendas, religious biases, and cultural perspectives have shaped our understanding of the past, and why a critical approach to historical sources is essential. This episode offers a crucial lens through which to view the narratives of the Deccan's rich and complex history. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Ramjee Chandran shines a spotlight on Saluva Narasimha, the general who rose amidst the chaos of Vijayanagara's declining years to become its saviour. Explore his early life, his strategic military campaigns against the Gajapatis and the Bahmanis, and his crucial role in stabilising the fractured empire. Discover how his decisive actions, often overlooked in favour of later rulers, prevented the complete disintegration of Vijayanagara and paved the way for its resurgence. This episode examines the man who, through his unwavering resolve and leadership, rescued a kingdom on the brink of collapse. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
As the Vijayanagara Empire begins to crack under the weight of internal decay and reckless rulers, the stage is set for upheaval—and opportunity. This episode journeys through the chaotic years before Kempe Gowda I's ascent, when intrigue, betrayal, and ambition reshaped the Deccan. From the decadent reign of Virupaksha II to the gritty rise of Saluva Narasimha, and from the slow unraveling of the Bahmani Sultanate to the quiet rise of the Wadiyars of Mysore—Ramjee Chandran uncovers the forces that converged to shift the balance of power. This is the prelude to the age of Krishnadeva Raya, and to the founding of Bangalore itself. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To request information about our sources, write to hob@explocity.com. Let us know if you are a researcher (either institutional or independent) and also provide some information about why you need this information. Researchers will get priority. We only have time to engage serious, academic queries so please understand if we do not respond to casual requests.
Ramjee Chandran weaves together the intertwined histories of Vijayanagara, the Mysore Wadiyars, and the Kempe Gowdas during a period of significant change. Explore the grandeur of Vijayanagara, the political machinations of Deva Raya II, and the shifting power dynamics in the Deccan. Delve into the early lineage of the Wadiyars, the legends and realities of their rise, and the consolidation of the Kempe Gowda clan. Witness the decline of the Sangama dynasty and the rise of the Tuluvas, setting the stage for Krishnadeva Raya's reign and the eventual founding of Bangalore. This episode examines how these three strands of history shaped the destiny of the Mysore Deccan. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.
The story of the Yelahanka Nada Prabhus unfolds alongside the rise of the Mysore Wadiyars—two families shaped by the shifting power dynamics of the Vijayanagara Empire. In this episode, Ramjee Chandran explores the role of local chieftains, the legends surrounding these dynasties, and the political landscape that defined their fate. From the last days of the Hoysalas to the dominance of Vijayanagara, the region was a complex, multilingual battleground of alliances and ambition. This episode also unpacks the origins of the name Kempe Gowda—how it emerged, what it signified, and why it endured. All of it leading to the founding of Bangalore and the legacy that followed. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.
Ramjee Chandran begins Season 2 by revisiting captivating tale of the Gowda clan's migration to the Yelahanka region. Discover the legend of Doddamma, the dramatic migration from Alur, and the clan's journey along the Palar River. Explore the historical context as the Gowdas establish their rule and lay the foundations for Kempe Gowda I's legacy. This episode delves into the origins of a dynasty that would shape the future of Bangalore. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.
Get ready for an epic journey through 400 years of Bangalore's history. In Season 2, Ramjee Chandran explores the city's transformation from Kempe Gowda I's grand pete to the arrival of the British. Witness the rise of the Wadiyars, the conflicts with the Bahmanis, Marathas, and Mughals, and the dramatic era of Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. Discover how trade, ambition, and global powers influenced the city we know today. Subscribe now and don't miss a single episode of this thrilling new season of The History of Bangalore. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.
All journeys must pause before they continue. In this season finale Ramjee Chandran brings together the threads of history that led to the founding of Bengaluru. We step into the grandeur of Krishna Deva Raya's court, witness the empire's twilight as the Deccan Sultanates close in, and watch as vassals like the Wadiyars and Kempe Gowda rise to stake their claims in history. Bangalore's story is one of ambition, power, and reinvention—and as we close this chapter, we leave you with the echoes of history, a city waiting to be built, and the promise that there's more to come. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.
Join Ramjee Chandran as he navigates the complex history of the Vijayanagara Empire, from its contested origins to its consolidation of power. Explore the early reigns of Harihara and Bukka, the rise of the Bahmani Sultanate, and the shifting narratives surrounding this influential kingdom. Discover how Vijayanagara filled the power vacuum in the Deccan, setting the stage for the golden age of Krishnadeva Raya. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.
Embark on a journey to uncover the origins of the Vijayanagara Empire. From its rediscovery by European surveyors to the legendary tales of its founding, we explore the historical context that shaped this powerful dynasty. Delve into the early days of Harihara and Bukka, and witness the seeds of an empire that would reshape the Deccan. Ramjee Chandran explores the theories around its founding, and the vacuum it filled in the south. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.
In this episode, Ramjee Chandran traces the final years of Veera Ballala III, the last great Hoysala king, as he struggles to hold his kingdom together. From his uneasy vassalage under the Delhi Sultanate to his desperate attempts at reclaiming sovereignty, Ballala's story unfolds against the backdrop of collapsing kingdoms and treacherous alliances. But his defiance comes at a brutal cost—captured and executed by the Madurai Sultanate, his death marks the definitive end of the Hoysala dynasty. Yet, from the ashes of his defeat, a new power is rising: Vijayanagara. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Prestige Group, that makes this podcast possible. Follow The History Of Bangalore on social, here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyofbangalore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfBangalore Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryOfBLR YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HistoryOfBangalore?si=mnH3BsYfI4BUU234 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-the-history-of-bangalore-163453722/ Follow Ramjee Chandran on Instagram and Twitter: @ramjeechandran The theme music for the show was composed by German-Indian Koln based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham. Ramjee Chandran's photos by Asha Thadani. RESEARCH AND SOURCES: All our episodes are based on published research and archive records. To know about sources for any specific information, we encourage you to correspond with Ramjee Chandran here: editor@explocity.com. We will pass it on. We do our best to reply expeditiously to every mail we receive.
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