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Villagers also gave up drinking.
Historically ruled by Nizam Prabhu, this village is known for the integrity of its residents, earning it the nickname Nijayithi Gudem from the locals.
Telangana is famous for its historical heritage and was ruled by several dynasties such as Qutub Shahis, Asaf Jahis, Nizams and Kakatiyas. Many areas and villages are named after the rulers of the time. One such village in Manakondur Mandal in Karimnagar district is called Nijayithi Gudem.
Historically ruled by Nizam Prabhu, this village is known for the integrity of its residents, earning it the nickname Nijayithi Gudem from the locals. Nearby villages include Khadaragudem and Vankaya Gudem.
Villagers here are known for their fair dealings, especially during construction projects. Another name of this village is Sanyar Gudem. There is a local story about a woman who wanted to take a bath and tied a leather rope to a nail, but the village chief predicted that it would not rain at all. The village was prosperous in every aspect and was known as the “Land of Honesty”. This tradition of integrity lives on in the current generation, who also abstain from alcohol.
It is surrounded by lush fields, well-maintained roads, and ample water sources for drinking and irrigation, giving the area a vibrant green appearance. It is worth noting that the village also has many highly educated people.
Similarly, the British constructed several buildings in Dumundum village in Kotagudem district of Bhadradarike, Telangana during their stay there. These buildings still stand today and serve as witnesses to the history of that time.
Locals say that John Kevin, an Englishman, built many buildings in the center of Dumgudem village in Dumgudem mandal in Kotagudum. They claim that it was built 120 years ago as a maritime center for the colonial administration near the Godavari river. In this context, Local 18 tells locals who visit the area about these towns and reveals many interesting facts.
About 120 years ago, British citizen John Kevin and his wife Sarah Kevin came to the center of Dummugudem Mandal in Bhadradri Kothagudem district and built many buildings in the area. Moreover, our ancestors said that they also built schools in this area at that time. Murthy said.
He added that although the buildings built in the area were now dilapidated, their architecture demonstrated the high standards of British engineering.
