ASI undertakes Dwarapala restoration at Thousand Pillar Temple in Telangana’s Hanumakonda

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ASI undertakes Dwarapala restoration at Thousand Pillar Temple in Telangana’s Hanumakonda — Photo credit: The Hindu

A sculptor supervising Dwarapala restoration work at Kakatiya era Thousand Pillar temple in Hanumakonda, Telangana, on Monday (October 5, 2026) | Photo Credit: BY ARRANGEMENT

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Hyderabad Circle, on Monday (October 5, 2026) took up Dwarapala (Dwarapalaka) restoration and conservation works at the historic Thousand Pillar Temple in Hanumakonda as part of an initiative to preserve its valuable sculptural heritage.

Traditional iconometry and iconography

The restoration is being undertaken in accordance with the principles of traditional iconometry and iconography to ensure that the correct proportions, posture, attributes and stylistic character of the Dwarapala sculptures are retained. Wherever replacement or mending is required, compatible stone matching the original in colour, texture, grain and physical characteristics is being selected and carefully dressed to blend with the existing sculpture, according to officials.

Originally published by The Hindu on Oct 6, 2026 Read the full article at thehindu.com

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