Prime Minister paid tribute to Rani Velu Nachiyar on her birth anniversary.
Rani Velu Nachiyar (1730 –1796)
She was princess of Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu) and child of ruler of Ramnad kingdom.
- Known by Tamils as Veeramangai.
- Reinherited Sivagangai kingdom of her husband.
- She was proficient in languages like French, English, and Urdu.
Contributions
- Was first queen to have ever actively opposed the British rule.
- In collaboration with Hyder Ali and Gopala Nayaker, waged war against British.
- Went on to produce first human bomb and established first army of trained women soldiers.
Values
- Bravery, leadership, etc.