Narasimha had to face a number of rebellions from his erstwhile supporters and friends who became jealous of his power. He was successful in suppressing them but these internal dissensions prevented him from following a forceful foreign policy.
He had to wage a prolonged war against the Palaigars of Ummattur and Sangitapura who ruled over Mysore and Tulu-nadu respectively.
Purushottama Gajapati took advantage of the opportunity and took possession of Kondavidu, Udayagiri and other fortresses. He was even said to have captured Saluva who was released after surrendering Udaygiri and adjoining territories. He was also unable to take any effective measures to capture Goa, Belgaum, Kondavidu, Udayagiri, Raichur and Mudkal.
But it must be said to his credit that he rescued the Vijayanagar Empire from complete disintegration. He made earnest efforts to recover all the territories which his predecessors had lost. He strengthened the army, particularly the cavalry and imported horses from abroad.
ADVERTISEMENTS:
He infused new spirit among the people of Vijayanagar and exhorted them to lay down their lives for the sake of their religion. He became the saviour of the Vijayanagar Empire. His territories extended from Ramesvaram to Rajamendri (Rajahmundry). He deserves the praise which contemporary Telugu and Sanskrit poets have lavished on him. In his will, he enjoined upon his successors to conquer the forts which were still in occupation of the enemy.