 Bhanupratap Dev was the last king of Kanker before the Independence of India.After independence, he was elected twice as a member of the legislative assembly from Kanker constituency.Champalal Chopda landlord (zamindar) of Mulla ,Bhanupratappur ,Chougel & ottekasa was warmly generous man he was responsible ,respectful and loyal towards common people's and villagers.he worked very hard during his time temples were constructed.