Purnaiah

Politician

1746 – 1812

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Who was Purnaiah?

Purnaiah, aka Krishnacharya Purniya or Mir Miran Purniya was the Dewan of Mysore. He served under Hyder Ali, Tipu Sultan, the British and Mummadi Krishnaraja Wodeyar. He was well known for his skill with accounts, prodigious memory, proficiency in several languages and sheer hard work.

After Tipu Sultan's defeat, Mummadi Krishnaraja Wodeyar, was duly educated and trained by Purniah.

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Born
1746
Coimbatore
Died
Mar 27, 1812

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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