Chola invasion of Kalinga (1097)

Chola invasion of Kalinga (1097)
Date1097 C.E.
Location
Result Chola victory
Belligerents
Chola Empire Kalinga
Commanders and leaders
Kulottunga I
karunakara tondaiman
Unknown
Casualties and losses
Large number of civilians killed or enslaved

The first Chola invasion of Kalinga by Kulothunga Chola I in 1097 was intended to avenge the invasion of Vengi by the forces of Kalinga. The war resulted in the subjugation of Southern part of Kalinga (between Godavari and Mahendra), and successful suppression of the revolts.