In Tamil Nadu’s Keeladi village, archaeological finds dating back to 580 BCE are redefining South India’s historical landscape. With over 15,000 artefacts unearthed—ranging from urban brick structures to early Tamil Brahmi script—the site challenges the long-held belief that urban civilisation in India began in the north. But amid academic discoveries, Keeladi has also become a political flashpoint, sparking debate over history, identity, and regional pride.
