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Palnadu is a region located in Palnadu district and covering a portion of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is spread over the revenue divisions of Gurazala in Palnadu district and Markapur in Prakasam district.[1]
History
The region is most notable for the Battle of Palnadu that was fought under the leadership of Brahma Nayadu and Nagamma and their warriors.[2]
In January 2020, the Government of Andhra Pradesh approved making the region a district. Narasaraopet and Gurazala were purported to be the choices for the district headquarters.[3]
Geography
The region comprises hills and mostly stony areas which has minerals such as limestone and granite.[1] Narasaraopet in Guntur district is considered as 'Gateway of Palnadu'.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Samuel Jonathan, P (27 February 2014). "Kasu pitches for new Palnadu district". The Hindu. Guntur. Retrieved 3 April 2016.
- ↑ Samuel Jonathan, P (20 December 2008). "Historical 'Palnadu' valour celebrated". The Hindu. Karempudi (Guntur district. Retrieved 3 April 2016.
- ↑ Jonathan, P. Samuel (29 January 2020). "Palnadu district to be carved out of Guntur". The Hindu.
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