Kyasamballi Chengaluraya Reddy (4 May 1902 – 27 February 1976) was the first Chief Minister of Mysore State (Now Karnataka).

Reddy was born on 4 May 1902 into a Vokkaliga[1][2][3] family in Kyasamballi village, Kolar district.

[4][5] After graduating in law, Reddy along with other political activists, founded the Praja Paksha (Peoples' Party) in 1930.

The party gained support in rural areas as it largely highlighted the issues of farmers.

[11] Reddy's birth centenary was commemorated in 2002 when his contribution towards the development of Karnataka was hailed.