Archaeologist Sivanagireddy showing the rock art of prehistoric period at Ramalingalagudem village of Tipparthi mandal in Nalgonda district.
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A prehistoric rock art site dating back to the Neolithic period (6000-4000 BCE) has been found on the outskirts of Ramalingalagudem village of Tipparthi mandal in Nalgonda district on Sunday (May 4, 2025), said E. Sivanagireddy, Archaeologist and CEO of Pleach India Foundation.
The paintings are of bulls, stags, dogs, human figures, and a dramatic scene of a man fighting a tiger. The rock art, created using stone implements through hitting technique, provides valuable insights into the lifestyle of prehistoric humans, showcasing their hunting activities and interactions with nature, said Mr. Reddy, who also identified rock shelters that may have served as temporary camp sites for Neolithic people, with grooves formed from sharpening stone axes.
Archaeologist Sivanagireddy showing the rock art of prehistoric period at Ramalingalagudem village of Tipparthi mandal in Nalgonda district.
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BY ARRANGEMENT
Mr. Reddy underscored the need to protect these rock art, which holds significant archaeological value. Archaeology enthusiast Silpi Venkatesh accompanied him.
Published – May 05, 2025 02:03 pm IST
