Learn about the brave queen Velu Nachiyar and her female commander Kuyuili who fought against the British and the Nawab of Arcot in the 18th century. Discover how they used a suicide attack and a strategic plan to regain their kingdom in Sivagangai. Velu Nachiyar , also known as “Veeramangai” (brave woman) [1] by Tamils, was the Queen of Sivaganga, a zamindari estate in Madura district, Madras Presidency. She significantly contributed to establishing the initial platform for India’s freedom from British rule. She worked with many freedom fighters, and with their help, she was able to take over Sivaganga again from the Britishers. Her courage and determination made Rani Velu Nachiyar the first queen in India who fought against the ... Velu Nachiyar ’s story is not just a chapter in the history of Tamil Nadu or India; it is a symbol of the timeless struggle for independence and the enduring power of a leader who dares to ... Velu Nachiyar , the little-known queen from Tamil Nadu, was the first Indian ruler to fight and triumph against the British. She did this in 1780, 77 years before the First War of Independence.
