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The Kamineni Family Legacy Pakanati Samsthanam: Guardians of Domakonda (1636 CE - 1948 CE) Primary Dynasty: Pakanati Reddis | Gotra: Rachulla | Presiding Deity: Bikkavolu Siddarameshwara The Pakanati Samsthanam , originally known as the Bikkavolu Samsthan and later as the Domakonda Samsthanam, was a prominent princely state in the Nizamabad region (present-day Kamareddy district) of Telangana. Ruled by the Kamineni dynasty of the Pakanati Reddis—close relatives of the Gadwal and Atmakur rulers—the Samsthanam served as a vital administrative and cultural center under successive Deccan powers. Its enduring legacy is anchored in the magnificent Domakonda Fort , a structure of such historical significance that it earned the UNESCO Asia–Pacific Award of Merit for Cultural Heritage Conservation in 2022. The Domakonda Fort, a UNESCO award-winning architectural marvel. I. Ancient Foundations & Dynasti...

CURRENT STATUS: HERITAGE SITE Kaulas (Kowlas) Fort Located in Kaulas Village , Jukkal mandal, Kamareddy District, this "jewel in the crown" sits at the strategic tri-junction of Telangana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. Spread across 6 sq km , it is one of the largest royal forts in the state. Current Status: Although the fort has been empty for decades, it remains a majestic destination for visitors. It features multi-tier rock-cut layers, a surrounding stream (Kaulas nala), and a picturesque lake nearby. Notable landmarks like the Rani Mahal and Enugula Bavi (Elephant Well) stand in a deteriorating yet beautiful condition. Strategic & Defense Mechanism The fort was considered unassailable due to its 8-km fortification radius and over 50 bastions , including prominent ones like Hussaini, Mallika, Mula, and Kadika Burj. A defense of multi-layered walls and moats protected the inhabitants. I...

The Kaulas Nayakas were a smaller but strategically vital branch of Kakatiya vassals who controlled the Kaulas Fort (Kamareddy district). Their legacy lies in being the northern shield of Telangana, resisting Yadava and early Sultanate invasions until absorbed into the Bahmani state. 1. Origins and Rise The Kaulas chiefs emerged as regional Nayakas under the Kakatiya Empire (12th–13th century CE). Their base was Kaulas Durga (Kaulas Fort), one of the most formidable forts in northern Telangana. They were appointed by the Kakatiya monarchs to defend the northern frontier, which bordered the Seuna Yadavas and later became exposed to Tughluq incursions. Likely belonged to the broader Durjaya martial clans, though concrete genealogical links are limited. 2. Rulers Exact names of early Kaulas Nayakas are fragmentary (only mentioned in inscriptions as durga-dhipatis or subordinate commanders). They bore titles like: “Nayaka,” “Durga-dhipati” (fort chief), and in some inscriptions, “Maha-mand...

Kamareddy district is a district located in the northern region of the Indian state of Telangana. The district shares boundaries with Medak, Nizamabad, Sangareddy, Siddipet and Rajanna Sircilla districts and with the state boundary of Maharashtra and Karnataka. Kamareddy was named after Chinakamireddy who ruled the region in the 17th century. He was also the ruler of the popular Domakonda fort. Old name of this place is KODURU Banswada is a Town and Revenue division in Kamareddy district of the Indian state of Telangana. In olden times it's called Banavasavadi-70 and is part of Sabbisayira or Sayiri, which is now part of Kamareddy district. The District is bifurcated from residual District of Nizamabad and formed as Kamareddy District from 11-10-2016 with ( 3 ) Revenue Divisions viz., Kamareddy, Banswada and Yellareddy and ( 22 ) Mandals including ( 1 ) Municipality i.e., Kamareddy. Rajampet, Bibipet, Ramareddy, Peddakodapgal and Nasrullabad are formed as new mandals apart from exi...

Origin : Gaurwadi in Balaghat Hills,  Ahemednagar District, Maharashtra State, India. Elevation : 823 metres (2,700 ft) Length : 724 km (450 mi) Drainage : 30,844 km2 (11,909 sq mi) Outflow : Godavari River States : Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana. Length in Telangana : Around 290 km Start : Goudgaon (Janwada)   village, Nagalgidda Mandal, Narayankhed revenue division of Sangareddy district in Telangana, India. End : Kandakurthy village, Renjal Mandal, Nizamabad district Districts : Sangareddy, Medak, Kamareddy, Nizamabad Sangareddy District: Nagalgidda,  Manoor of Narayankhed revenue division, Raikode of Zaheerabad revenue division, Vatpally, Munipally, Pulkal, Sadasivpet, Sangareddy, Hathnoora, Andole Medak District Mandals: Chillipched, Kulcharam, Medak, Papannapet, Shankarampet_A, Kamareddy District Mandals: Nagireddypet, Nizamsagar, Pitlam, Banswada, Birkoor, Bichkunda, Madnur Nizamabad District Mandals: Kotgiri, Bodhan, Renjal Manjira River also spelled ...

Overview and Admission Guide Telangana Navodaya Schools are part of the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) , an autonomous body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India , with headquarters at B-15, Institutional Area, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201307. History and Background The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) system was established in 1986 by then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi , and it was the brainchild of P. V. Narasimha Rao , then Human Resources Minister. The system provides free residential education for students from grades 6 to 12, primarily targeting rural populations. All JNVs are affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) . The first Navodaya Vidyalayas were established in 1985-86 in Amravati (Maharashtra) and Jajjar (Haryana) . Vision JNVs aim to provide high-quality modern education , including: Cultural education Value inculcation Environmental awareness Adventure activities Physical e...

Koulas Fort is located in Koulas village, Jukkal mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana State, India. Little known Koulas fort dating back to the fourteenth century, spread across six square km has the potential of becoming a much sought after tourist destination. Situated on the border of Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra States, 180 km from Hyderabad and 100 km from the district headquarter town of Nizamabad, Koulas fort can be a tourists’ delight as a quick getaway for one day. The trip can also be tagged on with a visit to the historic Nizamsagar, the irrigation project built by the seventh Nizam on the Manjira, and Koulasnala projects close by.