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The Chera ruler of Sangam age, known for his hospitality, who fed both the parties of the Mahabharata war with sumptuous food from his royal kitchen was

  1. Udiyanjeral

  2. Nedunjeral Adan

  3. Irumporai

  4. Senguttuvan
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Udiyanjeral (also known as Udiyan Cheralathan) was the Chera ruler celebrated in Sangam literature for his legendary hospitality. According to tradition, he fed both the Pandava and Kaurava armies during the Mahabharata war from his royal kitchen, earning him the title 'Perum Chottu' (great feeder). This legendary feat exemplifies the famed Tamil concept of virivu (generous hospitality). The other rulers listed - Nedunjeral Adan, Irumporai, and Senguttuvan - were important Cheras but not specifically associated with this Mahabharata hospitality legend.

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