The Fall of Orugallu

One of the most tragic chapters in Indian history on par with the destruction of Hampi is that of Orugallu, the capital of the Kakatiyas, which was raided thrice in 1310, 1318 and 1323, it’s immense riches looted, including the fabled Kohinoor diamond. It’s proximity to the diamond mines of Golkonda, nearby made it one of the richest cities of it’s time, as also it’s grand monuments, the massive fort, and the temples here. The Kakatiyas control of the entire Telugu speaking region, and the Eastern Coast, enabled the flourishing of trade resulting in it’s prosperity. It was but natural such riches would attract the attention of the Delhi Sultanate.

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The Fall of Orugallu is an episode from History Under Your Feet by Ratnakar Sadasyula.

This episode is 00:07:34 long.

This episode was published on Mar 14, 2026.

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