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- ↑ "A Tamil Ballad" (PDF). thirunelveli.org.
- ↑ Seshan, K. s s (16 September 2011). "Tale of a forgotten hero" – via www.thehindu.com.
Swarup Singh of Gingee Bundela Rajput (Tamil) Gingee Fort Commander | ||
| Preceded by created | Raja Swarup Singh 1700–1713 | Succeeded by Raja Desingh |