The Indian freedom struggle began many years before 1857 and it was a matter of great concern. Veera Pandiya Kattabomman, an Indian freedom fighter who lived in 1760 AD, fought against the British monarchy as a single individual. He was a national hero with might and strength which every Indian is proud of and Indians around the world salute Veerapandiya Kattabomman for his patriotism, courage and sacrifice.

    Kattabomman’s ancestors migrated from Andhra Pradesh to settle in Salaikulam village at Tirunelveli in Tamil Nadu. They belonged to ‘Thogalavar’ community and were skilled fighters. The first of the Kattabommu family who settled at Salaikulam was appointed as a Chief Guard to the then King Sri Jaga Veera Pandian of Veerapandiyapuram (presently known as Ottapidaram) in recognition of his bravery and fighting capability.

   Kattabommu, by his loyalty and devotion, gained the confidence of the King and....