Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Pioneering Archaeologist TM Keshava Passes Away
TM Keshava was a famous archaeologist who worked for the Archaeological Survey of India.
He discovered many important historical sites like Hampi and Kanaganahalli.
He found palaces, stupas, and other old buildings that helped us understand India's history better.
He wrote many books and articles about his findings.
He also worked on making museums better for visitors.
He recently passed away in Bengaluru.
TM Keshava, retired Superintending Archaeologist of the ASI, passed away in Bengaluru.
He was known for his pioneering excavation work at Hampi, Kanaganahalli, Gudnapur, Banavasi, and other historic sites.
Keshava specialized in Hoysala, Vijayanagara, Rashtrakuta, and Chalukya art and architecture.
He authored over fifty scholarly articles and books, including more than fifteen on Hampi alone.
Keshava conducted extensive surveys across more than 130 villages, discovering prehistoric and early historic sites.
- Who
- TM Keshava, retired Superintending Archaeologist of the ASI
- What
- Passed away in Bengaluru
- When
- Today (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- Not specified (natural causes assumed)
- Name
- TM Keshava
- Profession
- Superintending Archaeologist (Retired)
- Organization
- Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
- Notable Projects
- Hampi, Kanaganahalli, Gudnapur, Banavasi, Lakkundi
- Specialization
- Hoysala, Vijayanagara, Rashtrakuta, Chalukya art and architecture
- Education
- BSc in Natural Sciences, MA in Indology, Diplomas in Epigraphy and Archaeology
- Publications
- Over 50 scholarly articles and books, including 15 on Hampi
- Key Discoveries
- Palaces, stupas, early historic monuments