Eminent People of Kodava tribe have contributed immensely towards the growth of the Indian nation, despite them being in small numbers. Their most significant contributions are in the armed forces and in sports. Originally being land-owning militiamen farmers from Kodagu, hence their traditional twin occupations were as agriculturists and as soldiers. The distinguished among them had been local chieftains, palace officials, officers of the Raja’s army and brave battle veterans, therefore invariably having attained fame in either government service or in the local army.
Eminent People of Kodavas have achieved laurels in all walk of life and prominent in every field and are listed for the future generations to know
With ancient origins, the Kodavas, an indigenous community, have dwelled in Kodagu since time immemorial. The timeline traces their enduring presence through ancient civilizations to the present millennium. The convergence of rich cultural heritage and… read more »
list of Eminent Kodavas hailing from the Kodava community, celebrated for their remarkable achievements and valuable contributions across diverse fields. These distinguished personalities across different okkas have left an indelible mark on society, be it… read more »
Addanda Cariappa former actor, singer,writer and theatre personality is the Member of Kendra Sahitya Academy and also won the Rajyotsava award. He is also a play writer, director, and film artist. Addanda Cariappa is a… read more »
Adengada Rajesh Achaiah from Kodagu is an entrepreneur who owns the Papera restaurant in Gonikoppal. Rajesh was called as ‘pape’ by his friends during his college days. Pape is referred as ‘Sir’ in Yarava Thakk… read more »
Air Marshal Baltikalanda U Chengappa, PVSM, AVSM, VSM retired early 2000. Before his retirement, he held the appointment as Air Officer Commanding, Maintenance Command IAF. Like father so is the son. A real chip of… read more »
Air Marshal Cheppudira Devaiah Subbaiah, PVSM, VrC, one of the most prominent Airforce officers was born on 6 March 1924. He was one of the notable World War II pilots from British India, during the… read more »
Air Marshal Kodandera Nanda Cariappa was born on 4th January 1938 in Kodagu was an Airforce Officer. He is the son of Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa, the first Indian Army Commander-in-Chief. He is an environmentalist who… read more »
Air vice Marshal Biddanda C Nanjappa from Kodagu is an Air force officer who joined IAF and was commissioned on 23 Dec 1972. He has rendered distinguished service of an exceptional order. He was awarded… read more »