Malhar Unveils Rare Copper Plate Inscriptions of Ancient Significance
Three rare copper plate inscriptions, dating back 2000 years, have been found at Malhar, a historically significant site in Chhattisgarh. The discovery was mentioned by PM Modi on 'Maan Ki Baat,' emphasizing its importance and the rich historical legacy of Malhar.
Highlights
- •Copper Plate Inscriptions discovered in Malhar, 2000 years old
- •Link to Panduvamsi period, era of Maharshi Balarjun
- •Artifacts found at a pivotal cultural and trade hub, Malhar
- •Inscribed in ancient Brahmi script and Pali language
Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh—Archaeological experts have uncovered three rare copper plate inscriptions in the historical site of Malhar, believed to date back an astounding 2000 years. The discovery caught global attention when it was highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Maan Ki Baat radio broadcast on Sunday.
Malhar's Rich Heritage Unveiled
The inscriptions, linked to the Panduvamsi period and particularly the era of Maharshi Balarjun, were found in the possession of a private individual named Sanjeev Pandey. This discovery marks an important milestone as Malhar serves as a significant repository of historical artefacts, with remnants dating from 1000 BCE through various periods including Kalachuri.
Malhar's Cultural Landscape—This ancient town, located just 30 km from Bilaspur's district headquarters, was a pivotal cultural, trade, and art hub under dynasties such as Maurya, Satavahana, Panduvansi, and Kalachuri. The discovery provides invaluable insights into governance, culture, religion, and social life of that era.
The inscriptions are written in the ancient Brahmi script and Pali language, making them a substantial piece of evidence of Chhattisgarh's rich historical legacy. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has underscored their importance, describing it not just as an archaeological achievement but as a vital component that enhances collective memory and historical awareness.
In the Panduvansi period, governance systems and societal structures had unique characteristics that offer modern scholars unparalleled depth in historical research, highlighting Malhar's continued significance to Indian history.
