Kasaragod Archaeological Survey Begins to Document the District’s Heritage
Kerala’s Archaeology Minister O.J. Janeesh says the State’s history would be incomplete without Kasaragod. He made the remarks while inaugurating a survey intended to identify, document and systematically record archaeological and historical evidence in the district, which contains megalithic monuments and remains associated with successive periods of rule.
Kerala Archaeology, Archives and Museum Minister O.J. Janeesh has said the history of the State would be incomplete without the history of Kasaragod. He was speaking after inaugurating the Kasaragod Archaeological Survey 2026 at Nileshwaram’s NKB Memorial Hall.
The survey is being organised by the State Archaeology department. According to the Minister, the exercise forms part of the government’s 100-day action programme. Its stated objective is to identify, document and systematically record historical and archaeological evidence in the district.
Janeesh described Kasaragod as the “Land of Forts” and said its historical roots extended back to the Stone Age. He also noted the district’s megalithic heritage, including Iron Age laterite caves and umbrella stones. The Minister said Kasaragod’s history had been shaped by successive periods of rule.
Those cited included the Alupas, local chieftains, the Vijayanagara empire, the Ikkeri Nayakas and European powers. The survey is therefore intended to create a systematic record of evidence associated with the district’s diverse past. The source material does not provide details on its timetable, sites to be examined or expected findings.
Sandeep Varier, MLA, presided over the inauguration. Govindan Pallikappil, MLA, and District Collector Sridhanya Suresh were also present.
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