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How did the Kakatiya dynasty of Warangal expand Andhra cultural and commercial influence?

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Map highlighting the Indian state of Telangana in orange, with its capital Hyderabad marked, set within the broader context of India and neighboring countries in South Asia. Surrounding countries and bodies of water, such as the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, are also labeled. — Telangana Telangana.

The Kakatiya dynasty, based in Warangal, played a pivotal role in the development of the region during the 12th and 13th centuries. They expanded Andhra influence through the following means:

Military and Cultural Expansion: The Kakatiyas extended Andhra power across the region through military campaigns, which facilitated the spread of their cultural influence.1
Commercial Growth: During the Kakatiya regime, the commercial expansion of the Andhras reached its peak, specifically extending toward Southeast Asia.1

This era of growth helped solidify the cultural and economic footprint of the Andhra people before the dynasty's fall in 1323 following invasions from the north.1