Discovery of a 900-Year-Old Chalukya Inscription in Telangana

Discovery of a 900-Year-Old Chalukya Inscription in Telangana

Kalyana Chalukya-Era Inscription at Gangapuram A 900-year-old inscription from the Kalyana Chalukya (Western Chalukya) period was discovered in a state of severe neglect at Gangapuram, a village in Telangana’s Jangaon district. The inscription, dating to the 12th century, is engraved on a stone pillar and is written in Old Kannada script . It likely records land grants, donations, or administrative orders typical of such inscriptions. Despite its historical significance, the pillar was found exposed to weathering, vandalism, and encroachment , with no efforts to protect or preserve it. Local historians and archaeologists have raised concerns about the lack of institutional attention to safeguarding such artifacts.  The Chalukya Empire The Chalukya dynasty (6th–12th century CE) was a dominant power in southern and central India, divided into three branches:  - Early Chalukyas of Badami (6th–8th century CE): Ruled from Badami (Karnataka), known for rock-cut temples like those at Pattadakal …