Why is it in the news?
The Union minister announced a comprehensive development plan.
Historic fort in Andhra Pradesh to be upgraded.
Category: History
Important Points:
● Located in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh
● Largest hill fort in present Andhra Pradesh
● Spread over hills at 1,050 feet elevation
● Constructed during Telugu Chodas rule
● Capital shifted here by Prolaya Vema Reddy in 1323 AD
● Later controlled by Gajapathis, Bahmani Sultans, Vijayanagara, Mughals
● Architecture blends Hindu and Islamic styles
● Built with granite stones and lime mortar
● Features 23 bastions and two entrances: Kolepalli & Nadella Darwaza
● Recent finds include Buddhist stupa remains (1st–2nd century CE)