On 27th June, 2022, Karnataka celebrated the 513th birth anniversary of Kempegowda, the architect of Bengaluru city.
About Nadaprabhu Hiriya Kempe Gowda: He was the son of Kempananje Gowda had ruled Yelhankanadu for over 70 years.
Social Reforms: He prohibited the practice of removing the last two fingers of the left hand of unmarried women during "Bandi Devaru". It was an important custom of Morasu Vokkaligas.