Hyderabad: A team led by Dr. E Sivanagireddy, a respected senior archaeologist, has discovered a fascinating set of ancient rock engravings near Ramalingalagudem village in Tipparthi mandal, located in Nalgonda district.
During a recent exploration of a nearby hillock, Dr. Reddy came across carvings etched into the rock surface. These images include bulls, stags, dogs, human figures, and even a dramatic scene of a man fighting a tiger. Experts believe these artworks were made using stone tools by a method known as the hitting technique.
Dr. Reddy estimates that these rock engravings date back to the Neolithic period, roughly between 6,000 and 4,000 BCE. He explained that these artworks give us rare insights into the daily life and hunting practices of prehistoric humans. The carvings show how early people interacted with animals and expressed their life experiences through art.
After completing his study, Dr. Reddy spoke with local villagers. He encouraged them to protect and preserve these ancient rock artworks, highlighting their archaeological importance and cultural value for future generations.
