Maharashtra Uses AI and Drones to Study Konkan's Prehistoric Petroglyphs for UNESCO Bid
The Maharashtra government has allocated Rs 15 crore for a four-year project using Artificial Intelligence, drone imaging, and archaeological research to study thousands of prehistoric petroglyphs across 107 villages in the Konkan region. These carvings, dating between 20,000 BC and 10,000 BC, predate the Harappan civilization and depict animals like turtles and elephants. IITM Pravartak is tasked with digital documentation to support India's bid for UNESCO World Heritage status, currently pending permanent recognition.