Puli Thevar
Puli Thevan was a Tamil Palaiyakkarar who ruled Nerkattumseval, situated in the Sankarankoil taluk, Tenkasi, formerly Tirunelveli Tamil Nadu. He is notable for fighting against East India Company from May 22, 1752 - 1767 in India. his son in law vadakarai king are the generals of Thevar's army, to fight against the East India Company. He is known for the Polygars revolt against the British. He maintained a good relationship with the Kingdom of Travancore though the allegiance was later on broken as the Kingdom of Travancore sided with the English East India company.
| Puli Thevar | |
|---|---|
| Palaiyakkarar of Nerkattumseval | |
Puli Thevar Statue in his Nerkattumseval Palace | |
| Reign | 1 September 1715 – 16 October 1767 |
| Born | 1 September 1715 Nerkattumseval, Madurai Nayak kingdom (Modern Day Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu, India) |
| Died | c. 1767 Tenkasi, Arcot (Modern Day Tamil Nadu, India) |
| Spouse | Kayalkani Nachiyar |
| Father | Chitraputra Thevan |
| Mother | Sivagnanam Nachiyar |
Pulithevan (1715–1767) was a fearless and influential chieftain in the kingdom of Nerkattancherry. He emerged as a valiant warrior in 1755, making him one of the earliest freedom fighters in Indian history. His bravery and leadership are considered instrumental in India's first struggle for independence, even before the significant Sepoy Mutiny of 1857.