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The Hindu
2 days ago
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- The Hindu
Inscription on 1000-year-old copper plate found in Telangana's Kodad sheds light on earliest recorded Kakatiya genealogy
An inscription on a copper plate found recently in Kodad of Suryapet district in Telangana sheds light on the earliest recorded genealogy of the Kakatiya dynasty — which ruled from 1000 to 1323 A.D. in several parts of the Southern India — tracing their origins as feudatories under the Eastern Chalukyas also known Vengi Chalukyas, said Dr. K. Munirathnam Reddy, director (Epigraphy), Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The three-leaf copper plate, found in a graveyard at Kodad town, is preserved by the Department of Heritage in Hyderabad. Written in Sanskrit using Telugu script Issued during the coronation of Vikramaditya II in 918 CE, the record details the grant of a village to the family of a fallen Kakatiya ancestor who aided the Chalukya King in a succession battle. The inscription was written in Sanskrit using Telugu script and is dated Saka 840 (Phalguna Bahula Panchami, Saturday), which corresponds to March 6, 918 CE. The genealogy The inscription begins with a eulogy of the Samanta Vetti family (ancestors of the Kakatiyas) and mentions the genealogy of the dynasty from Kubja Vishṇuvardhana down to Vikramaditya II, along with their ruling periods. It lists their genealogy as Samanta Vetti, Gunda I, Erra, and Gunda II. It also mentions that Talapa captured and imprisoned the boy king Vijayaditya and ruled the kingdom for one month. The inscription records that King Vikramaditya II, on the occasion of his coronation, granted the village of Kovuṛu, situated in Kanḍeruvaḍi vishaya, to Lokamamba — wife of Gunda II (administrator of Kondapalli vishaya) — who had died while assisting Vikramaditya II in the war against Talapa to regain the throne. It was issued by Vikramaditya II, son of Chalukya Bhima I and Vijayamahadevi, and bears the Chalukya royal seal depicting a boar (Varaha) and the legend Sri Tribhuvanamkusa. The discovery and preservation were facilitated by Suryapet district collector, Tejas Nandlal Pawar.
New Indian Express
11-07-2025
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- New Indian Express
1,000-year-old copper plates unearthed in Telangana's Suryapet district reveal land grant to Siva temple
HYDERABAD: Nine sets of ancient copper plates recently unearthed from a Muslim graveyard in Kodada village of Suryapet district, have brought to light a significant royal land grant issued by Vengi Chalukya ruler Bhima I, who reigned between 892 and 922 CE. The inscription records the donation of the village Chunugiyapundi for the maintenance and worship at the Sakalesvara Siva temple in Kakarti village, situated within the Vengi-mandala of Kondapalli vishaya. The grant was made during the administration of Vetti, grandson of Vigraha Vetti. The royal order was issued by Kadeyaraja, the Superintendent of the Royal Camp, while the inscription was engraved by Kondapacharya. The plates, written in Sanskrit using Telugu script of the 9th-10th century CE, bear the royal seal of the Eastern Chalukyas—a varaha (boar) symbolising the dynasty with the inscription Svasti Sri Tribhuvanamkusa. The text also details the royal lineage from Kubja Vishnuvardhana to Chalukya Bhima I. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Director (Epigraphy) Munirathnam Reddy said that the inscription offers crucial insights into the religious practices, administrative systems, and cultural life of the Eastern Chalukyas, underlining the historical significance of the Vengi region in early medieval South India.
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Buried history in Telangana: Chalukya-Era copper plates found in graveyard; ASI rushes to preserve
HYDERABAD: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) took up scientific preservation of nine copper plate inscriptions recently discovered in a Muslim graveyard at Kodad village in Suryapet district. The rare hoard, confirmed to belong to the Vengi branch of the Eastern Chalukya dynasty, is currently undergoing chemical treatment at the Science Branch, Hyderabad. The copper plates are now in the custody of the department of heritage. Each plate bears the official seal of the Eastern Chalukyas. The seal carries the figure of a boar, along with the legend 'Svasti Tribhuvanamkusa', identifying the sovereign insignia of the dynasty. ASI director (Epigraphy) K Muniratnam Reddy confirmed the commencement of the conservation work. "The process is underway. These are valuable primary sources that shed light on the Vengi Chalukya administration," he added. Officials from the Science Branch are carrying out the chemical treatment of the plates to stabilise and preserve the inscriptions. The department of heritage is assisting in the process. The find comes close on the heels of another major discovery by ASI at the Srisailam temple in Andhra Pradesh, where 20 sets of copper plates with 72 inscribed leaves and a collection of gold coins were recovered from the Ghantamandapam.
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Ancient Andhra inscriptions found in Germany, Kadapa forest
1 2 Hyderabad: Two rare inscriptions linked to Andhra Pradesh's ancient history have surfaced—one in Munich, Germany, and the other in the Lankamalla forest of Kadapa district. These finds shed light on the cultural and administrative legacy of dynasties like the Eastern Chalukyas, Maitrakas, and Bhanjas. A copperplate charter from the Eluru–Pithapuram region, dating to the 9th–10th century CE, is currently in the Bavarian State Library. Written in Sanskrit using Telugu script, the corroded inscription likely records a village grant by an Eastern Chalukya king, with names like Vikramaditya and Mangi Yuvaraja faintly visible. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is now documenting Indian-origin copperplates housed abroad, with repatriation efforts already underway for the Leiden charters. The Munich collection also includes Maitraka and Bhanja plates. Shell script inscriptions In a separate discovery, three 6th-century CE inscriptions carved on stone were found in Lankamalla forest. Written in Sanskrit and Shell script, they are believed to mark pilgrim visits. Phrases such as Bhagate Radhiya and Dharadhisha Bhagavata appear in the text. Shell script remains largely undeciphered despite attempts by noted epigraphists like BN Mukherjee and Richard Solomon. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Вот что поза во сне говорит о вашем характере! Удивительные Новости Undo This marks the first such find in Andhra Pradesh, expanding the known geographical spread of Shell inscriptions. "The discovery of Shell inscriptions in Lankamalla is noteworthy. Earlier, such inscriptions were found only in north India and the Deccan region. This marks the first instance of Shell inscriptions being discovered in the Lankamalla forest of Andhra Pradesh, expanding the geographical range of these ancient texts," ASI epigraphy director K Muniratnam Reddy said. ASI's epigraphy wing has called for more data to trace and preserve such artefacts globally.
