Kempe Gowda

Kempe Gowda was a prominent 16th-century ruler and founder of Bangalore, India. As a chieftain under the Vijayanagara Empire, he established the city around 1537, envisioning it as a prosperous commercial hub. Known for his leadership and strategic planning, Kempe Gowda built important infrastructure like gates, tanks (water reservoirs), and markets, laying the foundation for Bangalore’s growth. His vision and governance transformed the area into a thriving city, which later developed into a major center for commerce, technology, and culture in India.