Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Launches Epigraphical Survey in Nallamala Forest

Key facts

• The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has launched an extensive epigraphical survey in the Nallamala forest region.
• The survey aims to identify and document ancient inscriptions from the 11th to 16th centuries CE to reveal the historical, social, and cultural significance of the area.
• The ASI epigraphy wing is searching for stone inscriptions, copper plates, and other historical records, particularly along ancient routes leading towards Srisailam.
• The survey teams are focusing on forest stretches spread across the districts of Kurnool, Nandyal, Prakasam, and Palnadu.
• This is the first major survey of its kind conducted by the ASI in the Nallamala forest tiger reserve region.