14th century

Here is a detailed summary of the major developments and events in Kolhapur city during the 14th century (1300–1399 CE):

? 1. Yadava Dynasty Decline & Delhi Sultanate Invasion (Early 14th Century)

• The Yadavas of Devagiri, who had controlled Kolhapur and large parts of Maharashtra, collapsed around 1308 CE after invasions by the Delhi Sultanate under Alauddin Khilji.


• Kolhapur and the surrounding region likely came under the control of the Delhi Sultanate by the early-to-mid 14th century.


• Local resistance and unrest occurred as the Islamic sultanates expanded into the Deccan.

⚔️ 2. Tughlaq Rule and Rebellions

• Muhammad bin Tughlaq ruled the Delhi Sultanate from 1325–1351 CE.




• He shifted his capital to Daulatabad (near Aurangabad), affecting Kolhapur’s region directly.


• His harsh policies and heavy taxation caused famines and revolts in many areas.






• Kolhapur may have seen rebellions or local rulers trying to regain autonomy during this time.

? 3. Rise of the Bahmani Sultanate (Mid-14th Century)

• In 1347 CE, the Bahmani Sultanate was founded by Ala-ud-Din Bahman Shah after rebelling against the Tughlaqs.


• Kolhapur became part of the Bahmani Sultanate’s frontier or contested zone during the mid-to-late 14th century.


• The Bahmanis ruled large parts of the Deccan, including north Karnataka, Telangana, and parts of western Maharashtra.

? 4. Religion and Culture

• Despite political upheaval, temple worship continued in Kolhapur, especially at the Mahalakshmi Temple, which remained a major Shakti peetha (sacred site).


• Hindu traditions, including Shaivism and Shaktism, were maintained by local communities and temple priests.


• Islamic influence also began appearing in nearby urban centers through mosques and Sufi shrines.

? 5. Language and Society

• Old Marathi was widely spoken among the people.


• Persian was introduced as the administrative language under the Sultanate rulers.


• Society was divided among rural peasants, traders, temple caretakers, and officials under the Sultanate.


• Local chieftains (Deshmukhs or Nayaks) may have ruled smaller areas while paying tribute to the Bahmanis.