ASI begins scientific conservation of Mangalagiri Panakala Narasimha Swamy temple
The Archaeological Survey of India has begun scientific conservation efforts for the historic Sri Panakala Narasimha Swamy temple in Mangalagiri. Experts are assessing the structural integrity of the 16th-century mandapam and 19th-century gopuram to ensure long-term preservation.
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Preserving ancient heritage sites is crucial for maintaining cultural history and promoting tourism, requiring specialized scientific intervention to prevent structural decay.
The Archaeological Survey of India has initiated scientific conservation measures for the historic Sri Panakala Narasimha Swamy temple at Mangalagiri, with experts assessing the structural condition of its centuries-old monuments for their long-term preservation.
K. Munirathnam Reddy, Director (Epigraphy), Archaeological Survey of India, Mysuru, told The Hindu that the Ministry of Culture and the ASI had been extending continuous support for the conservation and development of ancient temples in Andhra Pradesh. Following his request, the ASI’s Science Branch in New Delhi deputed Kotayya Vinjamuri, Deputy Superintending Archaeological Chemist and Head of Office, Science Branch, Hyderabad, to undertake a scientific inspection of the temple.
Dr. Kotayya visited the temple on July 17 and examined the 16th century mandapam and the 19th century gopuram, which rises to about 153 feet. He submitted a detailed report from the scientific conservation perspective and recommended measures for the long-term preservation of the heritage structures.
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