Old jameen deed found on kodimaram at Ayakudi Perumal temple near Palani
A jameen deed and inscribed metal plate were found on the kodimaram of Ayakudi Perumal temple near Palani; the plate reportedly bears the English date 27-6-1807 and further archaeological study is in progress.
Archaeological and temple officials say an old jameen (land deed) and a metal plate were discovered on the upper portion of the kodimaram (flagstaff) at Ayakudi Perumal temple near Palani. The plate carrying inscriptions was found affixed to the pole during on-site inspection.
According to the investigating archaeological officer and historians, the plate bears an English date noted as 27-6-1807. Based on this, researchers are examining the installation period of the kodimaram and related historical records.
Temple administration and heritage researchers are collecting further details and additional studies are underway to understand the significance and provenance of the find.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai