Madurai, July 20:
School Education Minister Rajmohan on Sunday said the State government would work in coordination with the Archaeological Survey of India and the Union government to project the archaeological discoveries at Keezhadi on the global stage.
Inspecting the Keezhadi Open-Air Museum in Sivaganga district, the minister described the excavations as significant not only for Tamils but also for world civilisation. He said findings such as brick structures, advanced drainage systems, bead-making units and industrial remains point to the sophistication of early Tamil society.
Rajmohan added that scientific excavations would continue in consultation with the ASI, and indicated that more major discoveries from other sites in the State would be announced after thorough validation and research.
Later, during a visit to Mangulam near Madurai, the minister examined ancient Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions and Jain rock beds, calling them among the oldest historical treasures dating back to the Sangam era.
He said the government had directed the Archaeology and Tourism Departments to upgrade infrastructure, install digital information systems and wayfinding boards, and strengthen conservation measures to make the site more accessible to tourists and researchers.
A detailed report on conservation and development of Mangulam will be submitted to Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, the minister added.