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The History of Telangana: From Stardust to Statehood Telangana, India's 29th state, was formed on June 2, 2014 , but its story is as ancient as the land itself. Located on the central Deccan Plateau, its narrative is not merely one of dynasties and politics, but a profound saga that begins with the very formation of the subcontinent. Known in ancient Puranic texts as part of Jambudvipa and Bharat Khande , this land derives its identity from Trilinga Desha — the land of three sacred Shiva lingas at Kaleshwaram, Srisailam, and Bhimeswaram. Nourished by the great Godavari and Krishna rivers and endowed with vast natural wealth — including 20% of India's coal deposits — Telangana has been a cradle of civilization for millennia. Its history has unfolded from a succession of great capitals, from the ancient seats of Bodhan (Potali), Kotilingala, and Vemulawada, to the medieval power of Warangal (Orugallu), and its pr...

The Quaternary Period marks the Age of Humans, tracing the journey from nomadic hunter-gatherers to settled agricultural communities, and eventually to the first use of metals. In Telangana, this era witnessed Paleolithic hand axes along the Godavari, Krishna, and Manjeera valleys, Mesolithic microliths and rock art at Pandavulagutta, Neolithic farming communities at Utnur, Thogarrai, Kadambapur, and Budigapalli, and early metal use during the Chalcolithic and Iron Ages at Nandipet, Tellapur, and Guttipeta. These developments laid the foundation for social organization, cultural expression, and the rich heritage that continues in the region today. 1. Stone Age (2.6 Mya – 3,000 BCE) Paleolithic Age (2.6 Mya - 10,000 BCE) Early nomadic hunter-gatherers. Stone tools: hand axes, cleavers, flakes. Telangana sites: Godavari, Krishna, Manjeera valleys. Mesolithic Age (10,000 - 3,000 BCE) Advanced microlithic tools of quartz, chalcedony, jasper. Pandavulagutta rock art (Warangal): animals, hu...

The Cenozoic Era, or Navajeevee Mahakaal, marks the age of mammals and the dramatic reshaping of Earth’s surface. Following the extinction of the dinosaurs, mammals diversified and flourished, while the Indian Plate collided with Asia, giving rise to the Himalayas and altering climate patterns. In Telangana, this era saw the uplift of the Western Ghats, formation of the Godavari and Krishna grabens, and carving of deep river valleys. These geological processes sculpted the plateaus, fertile soils, and river systems that would later sustain human settlements and early civilizations. 1. Paleogene & Neogene (66–2.6 Mya) India: Collision with Asia (~55–50 Mya) formed Himalayas and altered monsoons. Telangana: Uplift of Western Ghats Formation of Godavari & Krishna grabens , deepening valleys Landscape of plateaus and fertile soils 2. Quaternary Period (2.6 Mya – Present) - Human Age

The EON of Visible Life chronicles the transformation of Earth from barren landscapes to oceans teeming with life, and eventually to the first forests, mountains, and river valleys. During this Phanerozoic Eon, continents drifted across the globe, India separated from Gondwana, and Telangana’s landscapes began taking recognizable shape. Fossils of dinosaurs, ancient trees, and other early life forms, discovered in districts like Adilabad, Mulugu, and Khammam, provide glimpses into the rich prehistoric heritage of the region, setting the stage for mammals, humans, and civilizations to come." 🐚 1. Paleozoic Era (541–245 Mya) - Age of Marine life Global: Marine life flourished; first land plants, insects, amphibians emerged. India: Part of Gondwana; fossils of trilobites and brachiopods in central and northern India. Telangana: Stable plateau; erosion and sedimentation shaped early basins. 🦖 2. Mesozoic Era (245–66 Mya) - Age of Reptiles   Triassic Age (245–208 Mya) Pangea intact; ...

Super Eon traces the fiery birth of Earth, from cosmic dust and molten rock to the formation of oceans and the first microbial life, laying the foundation for the continents, landscapes, and ecosystems that would one day host Telangana and its earliest inhabitants. 🌌 1. Cosmic Origins (~13.8 Billion Years – 4.5 Billion Years Ago) The universe may have originated in the Big Bang (~13.8 billion years ago) — a widely accepted model, though alternative theories exist. Around 4.5 billion years ago, Earth formed from the solar nebula, a swirling disk of gas and cosmic dust left over after the Sun’s formation. Molten Earth : Initially hot and unstable. Heavy elements like iron and nickel sank to form the core, while lighter silicates formed the mantle and crust. Volcanic Outgassing & Atmosphere : Volcanic activity released gases (water vapor, CO₂, nitrogen), forming an early atmosphere. Formation of Oceans : Water-rich comets and asteroids bombarded Earth; as it cooled, water condensed i...

⚡ Summary of Disconnect Economic Success vs. Human Development 📈 The State's Challenge Telangana has demonstrated strong financial capacity but shows a critical mismatch between economic success and human development outcomes. The challenge is to translate financial strength into targeted, efficient spending on social inclusion , education and health to ensure sustainable growth that benefits all citizens. 🎯 Priority Areas 🤝 Social Inclusion Creating a more equal society through targeted interventions ...

SDG India Index – State / UT Performance (2023-24) Focus: **SDG 3 - Good Health** (Sorted by Index Score) 1. Delhi Index Score: 93 2. Gujarat Index Score: 90 3. Chandigarh Index Score: 89 4. Maharashtra Index Score: 84 5. Uttarakhand Index Score: 84 6. Himachal Pradesh Index Score: 83 7. Karnataka Index Score: 80 8. Kerala Index Score: 80 9. Goa Index Score: 79 10. Punjab Index Score: 79 11. West Bengal Index Score: 79 12. Tripura Index Score: 79 13. Jammu and Kashmir Index Score: 78 14. Andhra Pradesh Index Score: 78 15. Tamil Nadu Index Score: 77 16. Manipur Index Score: 75 ...