Drama

Dramatize the life history of “Rani Mangammal”.

Rani Mangammal was the wife of Chokkanadhar and grandmother of Vijayaranga Chokkanadhar. She took charge of the throne on behalf of her grandson who was a minor. She contributed significantly to the history of Nayaks and successfully saved the kingdom. Christian missionaries were encouraged, more facilities were provided to pilgrim centres. Roads were built and shady trees were planted for safe and comfortable traveling. She gave huge funds to temples and showed special interest in irrigation. Uyyakkondan Canal is was her significant irrigation project.