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Koya Revolts

Discover the Koya Revolts from 1803 to 1886, including uprisings led by Tomma Sora and Raja Anantayyar. Learn about the Koyas' grievances against police oppression, new regulations, and loss of forest rights in eastern Godavari and Andhra Pradesh.

• The Koyas of the eastern Godavari track (modern Andhra), joined by Khonda Sara chiefs, rebelled in 1803, 1840, 1845, 1858, 1861, and 1862.
• They rose once again in 1879-80 under Tomma Sora.
• Their complaints included oppression by police and moneylenders, new regulations, and denial of their customary rights over forest areas.
• After the death of Tomma Sora, another rebellion was organised in 1886 by Raja Anantayyar.