Nagulapalli Ghatikasthala The 11th Century University of the Permadi Chiefs Established circa 1050 CE Historical Foundation The Nagulapalli Inscription reveals a sophisticated educational establishment (Ghatikasthala) flourishing under the Western Chalukyas . Unlike local temple schools, this was a regional center of higher learning supported by the Savalakkebada state revenue. 11th Century CE: University established under Western Chalukya patronage Permadi Chiefs: Direct administration and fu...
The Hiriyakalwa Hydraulic Lifeline of the Savalakkebada Province • Western Chalukya Empire Commissioned 1057 CE • Ramesvaram Inscription Historical Record & Scope The 1057 CE Ramesvaram Inscription immortalizes the Hiriyakalwa (Great Canal) as a monumental state-sponsored hydraulic project. In the hybrid linguistic landscape of the era, Hiriya (Great) and Kalwa (Canal) denoted a massive trans-regional arterial waterway designed to transform the entire Savalakkebada province. This engineering marvel diverted the Manjira River from the north, creating an economic lifeline for three major administrative divisions, supporting agriculture, education, and regional stability ...