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Rayalaseema landscape: Preserving the past, securing the future

Rayalaseema regions rich geological past is reflected in its basement rocks, which formed more than 2.5 billion years ago during the Precambrian era. Today, however, this ancient foundation faces severe pressure from quarrying, road construction, and unregulated tourism. Fearing irreversible damage, geologists believe that securing UNESCO Global Geopark status for several of these geological wonders can help preserve them.

18 Oct 2026 3:04 pm