Musunuri Vinayaka Deva
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Prince Vinayaka Deva | |
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| Military General | |
| In office 1359–1362 | |
| Monarch | Musunuri Kapaya Nayaka |
| Personal details | |
| Died | 1362 |
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| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Musunuri Nayakas |
| Battles/wars | |
Vinayaka Deva the son of Musunuri Kapaya Nayaka, played a significant role in assisting his father in military campaigns against the Bahmani Sultanate. As a key figure in the efforts to resist Bahmani expansion, Vinayaka Deva demonstrated valor and leadership on the battlefield. However, in 1362, during a Suprise attack on his fort By Mohammed Shah I, Vinayaka Deva met his end.[1]
Military Career
[edit]Conflict With Bahamanis
[edit]Kapaya Nayaka, determined to overthrow the Bahmani kingdom, sought the alliance of Harihara I of Vijayanagar, recognizing the shared threat to their political interests and Hindu supremacy in the Deccan. Both leaders, having lost territory to the Bahmanis, realized the necessity of collaboration to counter the growing power of Muhammad Shah.[2][3] According to historian Ferishta, the rulers of Telingana and Vijayanagar even resorted to economic warfare, instructing Hindu bankers to melt down Bahmani coins to undermine the currency.[4] They also demanded the return of territories seized by Muhammad Shah's father, threatening to invade if their demands were not met. In response, Muhammad Shah delayed their envoys, buying time to prepare for war. When Kapaya Nayaka, enraged by the Sultan's demands for tribute, sent his son Vinayak Dev with an army to capture Kaulas Fort, he was supported by Bukka I of Vijayanagar with a force of 20,000.[5] However, the Bahmani armies, led by Bahadur Khan, proved formidable. While Vinayak Dev initially succeeded, capturing Bhongir.[6] he was eventually defeated and forced to retreat. Muhammad Shah’s forces then advanced to Warangal, compelling Kapaya Nayaka to seek peace by offering substantial tributes. Despite this, Kapaya Nayaka was not granted lasting peace.[7][1][8][9]
Death
[edit]Sultan Muhammad Shah was provoked by the insolence of Vinayak Dev, who had forcibly taken the best horses reserved for the Sultan from a caravan of horse dealers en route to Gulbarga.[10] Upon receiving complaints from the horse dealers in 1362, Muhammad Shah, affronted by this insult, swiftly led an expedition against Velumpattan, the fief of Vinayak Dev.[9] with a contingent of 4,000 cavalry. Arriving unexpectedly, the Sultan entered the city, massacred the Hindu inhabitants, and besieged the citadel where Vinayak Dev had taken refuge. When captured, Vinayak Dev’s defiant responses further enraged Muhammad Shah, leading to the brutal punishment of having his tongue cut off and being thrown from a high seat into a fire.[11] [12]The Sultan plundered the city, imposed heavy taxes on the people, and began his return journey with Vinayak Dev’s treasures. However, the cruel actions of the Sultan incited the local population to seek revenge. They harassed Muhammad Shah's forces during the night, forcing him to burn the baggage with the plunder, except for jewels and gold, to hasten their escape. By the time the Sultan reached Kaulas, only a third of his army remained, and he himself was wounded. Reinforcements at Kaulas allowed the Sultan to continue his journey in relative peace.[13][14][15][16][17][18]
See Also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b N G Ranga (1984). Kakatiya Nayaks Their Contribution To Dakshinapathas Independence 1300 1370 Ad. p. 110.
- ^ Sarma, M. Somasekhara (1946). History Of The Reddi Kingdoms. p. 21.
- ^ GOPAL, M. H. (1956). THE HISTORY OF VIJAYANAGAR EMPIRE VOL.1. POPULAR PRAKASHAN,BOMBAY. p. 27.
- ^ Sewell, Robert (2000). A forgotten empire (Vijayanagar) : a contribution to the history of India. Public Resource. New Delhi : Asian Educational Services. p. 30. ISBN 978-81-206-0125-3.
- ^ N G Ranga (1984). Kakatiya Nayaks Their Contribution To Dakshinapathas Independence 1300 1370 Ad. p. 109.
- ^ Sarma, M. Somasekhara (1946). History Of The Reddi Kingdoms. p. 22.
- ^ Dr.V.Yashoda Devi (1975). After The Kakatiyas. p. 59.
- ^ Gribble, J. D. B. (James Dunning Baker); Pendlebury, Mary (Gribble) (1896). A history of the Deccan. University of California Libraries. London : Luzac and co. p. 35.
- ^ a b Sherwani, haroon Khan (1946). The Bahmanis Of The Deccan. p. 90.
- ^ Gribble, J. D. B. (James Dunning Baker); Pendlebury, Mary (Gribble) (1896). A history of the Deccan. University of California Libraries. London : Luzac and co. p. 36.
- ^ Sarma, M. Somasekhara (1946). History Of The Reddi Kingdoms. p. 22.
- ^ Sewell, Robert (2000). A forgotten empire (Vijayanagar) : a contribution to the history of India. Public Resource. New Delhi : Asian Educational Services. p. 31. ISBN 978-81-206-0125-3.
- ^ Dr.V.Yashoda Devi (1975). After The Kakatiyas. p. 59-60.
- ^ N G Ranga (1984). Kakatiya Nayaks Their Contribution To Dakshinapathas Independence 1300 1370 Ad. p. 110.
- ^ Gribble, J. D. B. (James Dunning Baker); Pendlebury, Mary (Gribble) (1896). A history of the Deccan. University of California Libraries. London : Luzac and co. p. 37.
- ^ Sherwani, haroon Khan (1946). The Bahmanis Of The Deccan. p. 91.
- ^ King, j s (1900). The History Of The Bahmani Dynasty. p. 27.
- ^ GOPAL, M. H. (1956). THE HISTORY OF VIJAYANAGAR EMPIRE VOL.1. POPULAR PRAKASHAN,BOMBAY. p. 28.