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Milestones​

2014

The Cultural Centre of Vijayawada
and Amaravati (CCVA) Launched

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

2015

Launched
Preserve Heritage for Posterity (PHP)

Art Gallery – 1st Art Show and Art Residency

Multilingual Poets Meet – Amaravati Poetic Prism


2016

2nd Art Residency and Sculpture show – Prof. Sisir Sahana

Natyasravanthi – Monthly Dance Program

Heritage Walk/Trek

2nd Amaravati Poetic Prism

1st Limca Books of Records


2017

Amaravati Sankranti Dance Festival

3rd Amaravati Poetic Prism

2nd Limca Books of Records


2018

4th Amaravati Poetic Prism

3rd Limca Books of Records


2019

5th Amaravati Poetic Prism

4th Limca Books of Records


2020

1st Online Pleach Talk

250th Site – Preserve Heritage for Posterity


2021

CCVA RENAMED TO PLEACH INDIA FOUNDATION.
CCVA – a cultural platform, pivoted with a renewed mission to promote art and culture with particular focus on the tangible heritage and history of India


2022

25th Online Special Pleach Talk by Prof. K. Paddayya

Feminine Art Show

Mini Museum

Associated with World Monuments Fund in the restoration of British Residency, Hyderabad.


2023

Digital Documentation of Deccani Miniature Paintings of Telangana State Museum

500th Site – Preserve Heritage for Posterity

1st Offline Pleach Talk at British Residency, Hyderabad.


2024

50th Pleach Talk

Pleach Talk by Sri K.K. Muhammed (Padma Shree Awardee) and Dr. R.S. Bisht (Padma Shree Awardee) at British Residency

Digital Documentation of Artefacts at S.V. Museum, Tirumala, Tirupati

750th Site – Preserve Heritage for Posterity.


Vision

‘To inspire and impact minds through art, culture and heritage.’

Mission

‘To meticulously document, curate and disseminate the wealth of knowledge surrounding built heritage and culture of India.’

Projects

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Deccani Miniature Paintings, Telangana State Museum, Hyderabad (2023)


Digitally documented 100 Deccani miniature paintings at the Telangana State Museum, Hyderabad. The project involved creating an inventory with descriptions, analyzing themes, colors, style and context and assessing their condition. Representing Qutb Shahi, Hyderabad and Bijapur Deccani schools, this marks the museum's first comprehensive study of these artworks.

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British Residency, Hyderabad
(2023)


We partnered with the World Monuments Fund to conserve this iconic structure, which is now a key attraction on Hyderabad's heritage map. With the support of the Department of Heritage, Telangana, we conduct various programs to celebrate India's rich heritage.

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Yadadri Temple, Yadadri-Bhongir (2023)


Received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Government of Telangana for consultation and guidance in the design and development of the Yadadri temple project. The extensive remodeling has transformed Yadadri into a magnificent spiritual landmark.

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Someshwara Temple, Kolanupaka (2022)


We provided technical expertise in documenting, dismantling, reconstructing and restoring the 1000-year-old Someshwara temple at Kolanupaka. Following archaeological conservation norms and the intricate Kalyani Chalukya and Kakatiya styles, we played a vital role in preserving this historic gem in Aler mandal, Yadadri-Bhongir district.

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Kedarnath Museum, Kedarnath (2022)


Served on the expert committee for content evaluation of the upcoming Kedar Parichay Museum at Kedarnath temple, Uttarakhand. Played a key role in designing themes and generating content for this cultural and historical museum.

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Uchcheswara Temple, Halebidu (2022)


Offered expert consultancy for restoring the 12th Century CE Uchcheswara Temple in Halebidu, Karnataka. The work involved condition assessment, documentation of damages and sorting out the temple's various layers to provide a solid foundation for restoration while retaining the temple's authenticity and cultural significance.

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S.V. Museum, Tirumala (2024)


Digitally documented 1500 artefacts at S.V. Museum, TTD, Tirumala, Tirupati and provided expert consultancy for reorganizing and enhancing the display of artefacts across all galleries in showcasing the rich cultural heritage.

Team

Dr. Tejaswini Yarlagadda

Chairperson & Managing Trustee

Dr. Tejaswini Yarlagadda embarked on an enriching journey at Pleach India Foundation. Motivated by her children’s need to embrace India’s rich heritage amidst the era of AI and machine learning, she brings her expertise as a historian to bridge the gap between academia and the broader community.

Dr. E. Sivanagi Reddy-Sthapathi

Chief Executive Officer

Dr. E. Sivanagi Reddy is a distinguished archaeologist whose insatiable thirst for knowledge enriches our organization immeasurably. Holding a doctoral degree from the esteemed University of Hyderabad, Dr. Reddy has left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Dr. E. Sivanagi Reddy-Sthapathi

Chief Executive Officer

Dr. E. Sivanagi Reddy is a distinguished archaeologist whose insatiable thirst for knowledge enriches our organization immeasurably. Holding a doctoral degree from the esteemed University of Hyderabad, Dr. Reddy has left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Dr. Sanathana Y S

Dr. Sanathana Y S

Director (Research & Projects)

Jitendra Ramisetty

Jitendra Ramisetty

Graphic Designer

Maitreyee Metange

Maitreyee Metange

Research Assistant

Durga Ajgaonkar

Durga Ajgaonkar

Research Assistant

Harish Jangiti

Harish Jangiti

Jr. Graphic Designer

Sasanka Pratim Borah

Sasanka Pratim Borah

Research Assistant

Chinna Saheb Shaik

Chinna Saheb Shaik

WordPress Developer

Satya Singamsetti

Satya Singamsetti

WordPress Developer

Tabssum Nisha

Tabssum Nisha

UI/UX Designer

Sulaxna Toppo

Sulaxna Toppo

Research Assistant

Srinivas Gowrishetty

Srinivas Gowrishetty

Motion Graphics Artist & Video Editor

Bala Krishnam Raju Ratnakaram

Bala Krishnam Raju Ratnakaram

Motion Graphics Artist & Video Editor

Surendra Dodda

Surendra Dodda

WordPress Developer

Shreya Dash

Shreya Dash

Research Assistant

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Memberships

ICOMOS
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IAHC
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Associates

World Monuments Fund
Deccan Heritage Foundation
GN Heritage Matters
The Rainwater Project
Yogi Vemana University
Osmania University
Telangana Mahila Viswavidyalayam
Malaxmi Courtyard, Survey No. 157. Khajaguda
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