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Nilagiri was one of the princely states of Pre-independent India. This state was established by a tribal chieftain named œNilo Sardar during the second half of 18th century. So it is believed that the place œNilagiri is named after its founder Nilo Sardar. Further, Nilagiri is the first princely state merged with Indian sovereignty after independence. So the history of Nilagiri Contributes a glorious chapter to the whole country. The eminent freedom fighter like Late Kailash Chandra Mohanty, Banamali Das, Balaram Raj and others of this princely state took leadership and organized mass agitation against the dictatorial rule of the then king Kishore Chandra Mardaraj Harichandan (1925 - 1947) in particular and against the British rule in general. At last the king was stepped down on 14th November, 1947... The religious and socio-cultural scenario of Nilagiri is over-dominated by tribal people. Because about 70% of its total population belongs to the communities of Banavasis, Adivasis,..

Also known as: Nilgiri Women's Degree College