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Rise and Fall of the Coorg State

Rise and Fall of the Coorg State

Kodagu's Loss, Karnataka's Gain
P. T. Bopanna
Type: Print Book
Genre: History
Language: English
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Journalist P.T. Bopanna’s book Rise and Fall of the Coorg State created a record of sorts for a book on Coorg in English. The book was reprinted within two months of its release.
The book tries to throw light on the circumstances leading to the unpopular merger of the erstwhile Coorg State (now officially known as Kodagu District) with Karnataka in 1956.
Author Bopanna tries to find answers to some of the questions like why the key players, including the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, took such a short-sighted decision resulting in the snuffing out of the prosperous Coorg State forever from the Indian map.
The book discusses the growing demand for separate statehood for Kodagu and suggests the political road map for the future of the district. The book also deals with the neglect of the district ever since by successive governments in Karnataka.
The author argues that...

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About the Author

JOURNALIST, ACTIVIST & CHRONICLER OF KODAGU (COORG)

P. T. Bopanna (PalangandaThimmaiah Bopanna) was born on the 30th of June in 1950. He is a journalist and author from Kodagu District in Karnataka, India. Bopanna's career covers working in some of India's leading English dailies. He is the author of nine books, most of which are on Kodagu and cover topics ranging from tourism, culture and politics, to coffee.

Bopanna's various digital assets (websites & social media) were developed over the years and provide a wealth of information on Kodagu. They cover the hilly land's unique cuisine and jewellery, details of the home stays and news from the region.

Going from journalism to activism for Kodagu-related causes was probably a natural progression for Bopanna, as was teaching journalism, with his extensive experience, in the colleges of Bengaluru.

Early life:

Bopanna completed his schooling at Gonikoppal in Kodagu. He obtained...

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Book Details

ISBN: 9789385741074
Publisher: Rolling Stone Publications
Number of Pages: 110
Dimensions: 5.5"x8.5"
Interior Pages: B&W
Binding: Paperback (Perfect Binding)
Availability: In Stock (Print on Demand)

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